< Previous8 | THE ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE SUCCESS GRADUATE Western has the success rates to backup our top-notch education.WESTERNTC.EDU | 800-322-9982 | 9 • 100% of employers were satisfied with Western graduates’ education • 100% of employers would recommend a Western graduate to another employer • 100% would hire a Western graduate again of graduates are happy with their education 98% of Western grads are employed in Wisconsin 83% westerntc.edu/apply Apply now to become a Cavalier! 2021-22 Employer Satisfaction Survey of grads are employed 96% 10 | THE ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE TRANSFER OPTIONS Starting at Western just makes sense. Many of our programs offer direct transfer options, or choose a general studies Science or Arts track. Save money, get a feel for college, and still earn the same bachelor’s degree.WESTERNTC.EDU | 800-322-9982 | 11 Associate of Arts The AA program is designed for those interested in humanities, business, and social sciences. Associate of Science The AS program serves students who are interested in natural, physical, material, or medical sciences. UW-Madison Pathway Start the AS or AA degree and sign a transfer contract with UW-Madison to earn a full bachelor’s degree online. Viterbo Co-Admission Get formally admitted to both Western and Viterbo University to get the benefits of both worlds. • Viterbo University • University of Wisconsin-La Crosse • Winona State • University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Explore the possibilities! westerntc.edu/university-transfer Top Transfer Schools12 | THE ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE Confidence is sometimes the biggest obstacle to accomplishing goals. Even if you don’t think you can complete your high school diploma, much less earn a college degree, you should talk to someone at Western. You might be surprised at the things you can do, especially once you start! Students between the ages of 16 and 18 who are at risk of not graduating from their local high schools can also attend Western as an alternative high school to earn credits that satisfy graduation requirements. Western is also a great place to earn a High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) or General Educational Development (GED). Our Learner Support classes prepare you to take these computer-based tests, which measure four areas of knowledge considered essential for career and college readiness. HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETE AT WESTERN Find out more about Western’s high school credentials at: westerntc.edu/complete-high-school EARNINGS $ 200 average per week increase earned by high school graduates vs non-gradsWESTERNTC.EDU | 800-322-9982 | 13 WESTERN is transforming the way you learn! Starting in Summer 2024, Western will start offering the majority of our courses in 7-week sessions. The academic calendar will still be in 15-week Spring, Summer, and Fall terms, but you will take fewer classes at a time! With less of an academic load each session, the goal is for you to be more successful and reach your goals more quickly! We’re not just cramming 15-week courses into a 7-week time frame. We have restructured these courses to make sure you get the skills you need for the next step. The content covered will be well designed, and diverse teaching methods will be used. We’ve looked at all aspects of learning to help improve student success at Western! Coming Summer/Fall 2024 Connect with your Western Admissions Coach for more information about how this could look for you. S E SSION 1 S E S S I O N 2 S E S S I O N 1 S ES SION 2 S E S S I O N 1 S E S S I O N 2 Or visit: westerntc.edu/7-weeks14 | THE ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE PATHWAYS CAREER Career Pathways allow you to build your education as you plan your career advancement. Using stackable credits, you have the flexibility to advance your training at your own pace. WESTERNTC.EDU | 800-322-9982 | 15 AssociateTechnicalCertificate westerntc.edu/career-pathways See the following program section and look for the graphic below to identify the pathways. Certificate Entry-level credential for quick employment, typically completed in less than one year. Technical Diploma Next level of skills, typically completed in one to two years. Associate Degree Advanced level of skills, typically completed in two years. Build a career, one step at a time!16 | THE ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE Our Programs Accounting .............................................................................................................37 Accounting Assistant .........................................................................................37 Agri-Business Science........................................................................................19 Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology.........................22 Architectural Technology .................................................................................22 Associate of Arts Degree ....................................................................................17 Associate of Science Degree............................................................................18 Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair Technician - Level 1 ............66 Automotive Service Technician - Level 2.....................................................66 Automotive Technician .....................................................................................66 Basic Welding .......................................................................................................59 Building Construction and Cabinetmaking ..............................................23 Building Science & Energy Management ...................................................24 Business Management .....................................................................................28 Business Specialist ...........................................................................................28 Cabinetmaking ....................................................................................................23 Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technician ................................................63 Criminal Justice ...................................................................................................52 Criminal Justice-Law Enforcement 720 Academy ...................................52 Customer Service Representative.................................................................61 Dental Assistant ..................................................................................................38 Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technician .........................................................67 Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technician Assistant .....................................67 Digital Marketing ................................................................................................60 Digital Marketing Specialist ...........................................................................60 Digital Media Production .................................................................................26 Early Childhood Education ...............................................................................33 Early Childhood Professional .........................................................................33 Educational Assistant ........................................................................................36 Electromechanical Maintenance Technician .............................................57 Electromechanical Technology .......................................................................57 Electronic & Computer Engineering Technology .....................................63 Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced ...............................................54 Emergency Medical Technician - Basic .......................................................54 Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic .............................................55 Farm Business & Production Management ..............................................20 Fire Protection Technician ...............................................................................53 Foundations of Leadership ..............................................................................30 Foundations of Teacher Education ................................................................36 Graphic Design ....................................................................................................26 Healthcare Electronics Technician ...............................................................64 Healthcare Technology Management ..........................................................64 Health Information Technology .....................................................................38 Health Office Assistant .....................................................................................32 Health Office Professional ..............................................................................32 Horticulture Plant Health Care .......................................................................21 Human Resource Management .....................................................................29 Human Services Associate ..............................................................................46 Individualized Technical Studies (ITS) ........................................................47 Industrial Machine Controls ...........................................................................56 Interior Design ......................................................................................................27 IoT Integration Specialist ................................................................................58 IT - Computer Support Specialist .................................................................48 IT - Computer Support Technician ................................................................48 IT – Cybersecurity & Network Administration ...........................................49 IT - Network Technician .....................................................................................49 IT - Web & Software Developer .......................................................................50 Journeyworker .......................................................................................................51 Landscape Horticulture Technician ..............................................................21 Leadership Development ..................................................................................31 Leadership & Supervision Professional .....................................................30 Legal Studies/Paralegal ...................................................................................53 Mechanical Design Technology .....................................................................65 Mechatronic & Robotic Engineering Technology ....................................56 Medical Administrative Professional ..........................................................32 Medical Assistant ...............................................................................................39 Medical Coding Specialist ..............................................................................39 Medical Lab Technician ....................................................................................40 Nursing ....................................................................................................................41 Nursing Assistant ...............................................................................................42 Occupational Therapy Assistant ...................................................................42 Paramedic Technician .......................................................................................55 Physical Therapist Assistant ..........................................................................43 Radiography ..........................................................................................................44 Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & Heating Service Technician .........25 Respiratory Therapy ...........................................................................................44 Sales Fundamentals ...........................................................................................61 Sales Management .............................................................................................62 Sales Representative ..........................................................................................61 Solar Installation Technician ..........................................................................24 Surgical Technology ...........................................................................................45 Welding & Fabrication .......................................................................................59WESTERNTC.EDU | 800-322-9982 | 17 Associate of Arts & Sciences Associate of Arts Degree #208001 Associate of Applied Science | www.westerntc.edu/associate-of-arts Save thousands of dollars and earn the same bachelor’s degree! Western’s Associate of Arts program provides up to 60 credits of general education courses, preparing you to enter as a junior at one of Western’s four-year transfer partners. In this program, you will gain knowledge and experiences in the arts that broadens perspectives, increases problem solving abilities, and develops communication skills. Choose courses that emphasize your individual educational goals. Topics include history and philosophy, social sciences, languages and literature, health and wellness, and performing arts. If you have a particular college or university in mind, you’ll want to check out how your credits will transfer before selecting courses. This program differs from the Associate of Science program in the following: • 12 additional credits in the Humanities and Social Science categories • 10 fewer credits in the Mathematics and Natural Science categories • No History requirement • Differing elective credits English (Minimum of 6 Credits) 20801201English 13 20801203English 23 20801240Creative Writing3 20801244Creative Writing - Nonfiction3 Speech (Minimum of 3 Credits) 20810201Public Speaking3 Math & Science Requirement (10 Cr Min.) *Math & NonLab Science (Must have at least 1) 20804211Quantitative Reasoning 4 20804212College Algebra 4 20804229Math Analysis 5 20804231Calculus & Analytic Geometry 1 5 20804232Calculus & Analytic Geometry 2 5 20804233Calculus 3 5 20804240Basic Statistics 4 20804210Mathematics for Decision Making4 *Lab Science (Must have at least 1) 20806207Anatomy & Physiology I 4 20806208Anatomy & Physiology II 4 20806209College Chemistry I 5 20806212College Chemistry 2 5 20806221College Physics I 5 20806223University Physics 1 - Calc Based 5 20806224University Physics 2 - Calc Based 5 20806234General Biology 4 Foreign Language (Minimum of 4 Credits) 20802211Spanish 14 20802212Spanish 24 Health & Wellness (Minimum of 1 Credit) 20807200Fitness Fundamentals1 20807202Total Fitness1 20807266Wellness Today3 Social Science (Minimum of 12 Credits) 20809202Social Problems3 20809203Principles of Sociology3 20809211Principles of Macroeconomics3 20809212Principles of Microeconomics3 20809221American National Government3 20809231General Psychology3 20809237Abnormal Psychology3 20809262Contemporary Moral Problems3 Diversity/Ethnic Studies (Minimum of 3 Credits) 20801212Ethnic Literature3 20809217Race, Class, Gender3 20803214 Native American History 3 Humanities (Minimum of 12 Credits) 20801204 Introduction to Literature 3 20801217 American Literature: Beg - 1865 3 20801218 American Literature: 1865-Pres 3 20805227 Music Appreciation 3 20809223 Introduction to World Religions 3 20809260 Introduction to Philosophy 3 20809265 Philosophy of the Arts 3 20815200 Art History: Prehist. to Medieval 3 20815210 Art History: Renaissance to Modern 3 Electives ONLY (Minimum of 9 Credits) Can apply any Unapplied 20-Code Courses 20890200 College Success 1 20890202 Career Development 1 20890267 Philosophy of Leadership 3 20803211 American History (1607-1865) 3 20803212 American History (1865-Present) 3 20803225 The World in the 20th Century 3 20806280 Environmental Issues 4 Program Credits60 Typical Start: Fall, Spring, SummerNext >