At Lake Land College there are more than 50 technical programs that are designed to move students from college into the workforce in a relatively short period of time. Students who complete their program and demonstrate a well defined level of proficiency will be awarded a technical certificate. Technical certificate programs are available in most of the occupational areas for which the college offers an associate degree. Programs range from medical coding and nursing to electronics, computers and renewable energy.

Highlights of Technical Programs at Lake Land

• Certificate programs are three semesters or less, moving students through the coursework in no more than a year's time.
• Faculty assist students in securing hands-on experiences in the workforce through internships, practicums and SOEs or specialized occupational experiences.
• Students can tag on a year-long technical program to another degree whether it's an associate degree or multiple certificate programs, which can give students a broader skill set when looking for a job.