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Welcome to Northwood Technical College
At Northwood Tech, we put Students First, empowering you to create your own success story.
As a leader in career preparation, workforce development, and community engagement, we’re driven by our students’ achievements. We value collaboration, innovation, and excellence, fostering a supportive environment to benefit you and the communities we serve. On behalf of the College, I warmly welcome you to the Northwood Tech community.
— John Will, Northwood Tech President
Visit a Campus
Step onto a campus and see if Northwood Tech is the right fit for you. Explore programs and career opportunities. Meet faculty and staff. Learn about our Innovative Teaching and Learning Center and Student Services. Sit back for lunch with a new group of friends, or see hands-on projects in one of Northwood Tech’s labs.
Contact your campus Admissions Advisor to schedule a tour or program shadow. Call 800.243.9482 or online at:
NorthwoodTech.edu/visit
Campus Tour
Tours provide a snapshot of life on campus. Observe how our diverse student body interacts and works together in classrooms and labs, meet instructors, connect with current students, and see for yourself what college life at Northwood Tech is all about. Our guides tailor your tour to meet your needs and schedule.
Program Shadow
Spend a day at Northwood Tech to see your future through a program shadow. Find out what it’s really like day-to-day before you commit to a program. Participate in one or more activities, talk to instructors and students, and see how you can Experience. Success.
Attend a Campus Event
Many events and open houses feature tours, activities and a chance to meet with faculty, staff, and students. Find upcoming events at:
NorthwoodTech.edu/events
Ashland
Ladysmith
Balsam Lake
CAMPUSES OUTREACH CENTERS
Ashland
New Richmond
Rice Lake
Superior Balsam Lake Hayward Ladysmith
Health Education Center
The Health Education Center is geographically centered in the Northwood Tech District in Shell Lake. This allows students from all four campuses to access the latest innovative equipment and simulation experiences to build confidence in their skills. Here, students master real-life healthcare competencies, resulting in highly trained healthcare professionals.
Take a virtual tour of the Health Education Center
Build your career, one step at a time!
Skill and career advancement with flexibility to complete training at your own pace.
Certificates
Entry-level skills for quick employment, typically completed in less than one year.
Career Pathways Training
Technical Diplomas
Next level of skills, typically completed in one to two years.
Associate Degrees
Advanced level of skills, typically completed in two years.
Opportunities
Flexible
The best of face-to-face, online, and online live courses.
Career Options Programs unique in Wisconsin
Apprenticeships: Earn While You Learn
Apprenticeships are state-certified training programs that provide opportunities to enter a skilled occupation and achieve journeylevel status.
For more information: NorthwoodTech.edu/apprenticeship
Customized Training: Where, When & How You Need It
Customized Training is your one-stop resource for business training and professional development.
Mobile Site
In-Person Online Digital Badging
For more information: NorthwoodTech.edu/customized-training
Submit your prior learning, certifications,and/or work history to receive college credit for what you already
Why wait?
Earn college credits while still in high school and get a head start on your future. high school counselor to find the best way to save time and money once you are in college.
Start College in High School
You can earn college credit through transcripted credit, Start College Now, or youth apprenticeship coursework while in high school.
Transcripted Credit
Northwood Tech courses are taught in high schools by certified high school instructors using 100% of the college’s competencies and grading policies.
College credits are awarded and recorded on a technical college transcript upon successful completion of the course.
Start College Now
Attend Northwood Technical College either full-time or part-time and earn both high school and technical college credits. Public high school students who have completed 10th grade are eligible.*
Deadlines to apply:
March 1 for fall semester
October 1 for spring semester
*Additional conditions apply. Connect with your high school counselor for more information.
Financial Support
$1,571,177
provided over the last 5 years
Scholarships
Northwood Tech scholarships are awarded to students who have the initiative, desire, and potential to succeed and are not limited to students with financial need. There are also numerous external scholarships available with varying deadlines. Check our website for opportunities.
College Tuition Assistance for Area High School Graduates
The Northwood Tech Promise Scholarship, funded by the Northwood Tech Foundation, provides college tuition for area high school graduates who meet program eligibility requirements.
Emergency Assistance
Students in crisis receive support as loans, grants, nutrition, and gas cards through donations to Northwood Tech Foundation.
60% of our students receive financial aid
“I’m beyond grateful for the support this scholarship will provide me. It will allow me to work fewer work hours so I can focus more on my studies, and it will help me feel less financially stressed.”
Work-Study Other campusbased aid Payment Plans
the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): studentaid.gov
Students First
From academic support to mental health services
Academic Services
We are here to help YOU Experience. Success.
Northwood Tech promotes excellence in teaching and learning, inspires growth, and provides accessible training, resources and helpful support for students.
Flexible study spaces
Academic advising
Tutoring
Study skills and test taking strategies
Student Support
Our campuses offer:
Math, science, and writing labs
Career services
Accommodation services
Student Life events and activities
Student Senate
Student clubs
Learning Technology Center
Veteran Resource Room
Free parking
Dining options
Health Services
Mental health services
Bookstore
Northwood Tech’s Veteran Resource Center is a one-stop shop for everything you need to begin your education at Northwood Tech.
Support for military-affiliated students can include:
Applying for benefits
Navigating the college experience
Providing academic and non-academic support
NorthwoodTech.edu/veterans
Student Life
Activities like Student Senate and program-related clubs connect you to your classmates and provide excellent leadership and service-learning opportunities. With our Campus Activities Boards, there are plenty of on-campus entertainment events and activities to enjoy, such as comedians, motivational speakers, games, and projects.
Student Housing
Get the complete college experience while attending classes at the Superior or Ashland campuses by taking advantage of the UW-Superior or Northland College residence halls. Live the full college lifestyle with meal plans, intramurals and more. Other student housing is available near all campuses. Information can be found in local papers and community and online boards.
On or after October 1 for the following fall semester
On or after February 1 for the following spring semester
On or after July 1 for the following summer term
Program Locations by Career Area
A Ashland
NR New Richmond
RL Rice Lake
S Superior
OC Outreach Centers
OL Online (ALL coursework is online)
ALL All Locations
◊ Unique in Wisconsin
97% of graduates were satisfied with the training they received at Northwood Tech
Programs
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Agricultural Power and Equipment Technician | NR
Farm Operation | A, NR, RL, S, OC
Veterinary Technician | NR
Architecture and Construction
Architectural Commercial Design ◊ | A, NR, RL, S
Architectural Woodworking/Cabinetmaking | RL
Construction and Cabinetmaking ◊ | RL
Construction Essentials | Custom delivery
Drafting Technician ◊ | A, NR, RL, S
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning/Refrigeration ◊ | S
HVAC Installation Technician | S
Refrigeration Essentials | S
Utility Construction Technician ◊ | RL
Business, Management, & Administration | Finance
Accounting | ALL
Accounting Assistant | ALL
Administrative Coordinator | ALL
Billing and Posting Clerk | ALL
Business Management | A, NR, RL, S, OC
Customer Service Manager ◊ | A, NR, RL, S, OC
Financial Services | ALL
Financial Services Customer Representative | ALL
Health Office Professional | A, NR, RL, S, OL
Healthcare Receptionist | A, NR, RL, S, OL
Human Resource Management | ALL
Human Resources and Payroll Generalist | ALL
Leadership Development | ALL
Leadership Essentials | ALL
Medical Administrative Professional | A, NR, RL, S, OL
Medical Billing Specialist | A, NR, RL, S, OL
Microsoft Office | ALL
Nonprofit Leadership | ALL
Nonprofit Professional ◊ | ALL
Office Support Specialist | ALL
Office Technology Assistant | ALL
Education and Training
Early Childhood Education | NR, RL, S
E-CHiLD | OL
E-Connect - Child Care Services | OL
Health Science
Dental Assistant | RL
Gerontology - Aging Services Professional ◊ | A, NR, RL, S, OC
Health Information Technology | OL
Medical Assistant | A, NR, RL, S
Medical Coding Specialist | OL
Medical Laboratory Technician | NR
Nursing - Associate Degree | A, NR, RL, S
Nursing - Associate Degree - Part Time | A, NR, RL, S
Nursing Assistant | A, NR, RL, S, OC
Occupational Therapy Assistant | A, NR, RL
Hospitality and Tourism
Hospitality Foundations | A, NR, RL, S
Human Services
Cosmetology | RL, S
Funeral Service (shared with MATC) | A, NR, RL, S, OL
Human Services Associate | A, NR, RL, S
Substance Abuse Education | A, NR, RL, S
Studies
Individualized Technical Studies | A, NR, RL, S
Technical Studies - Journeyworker | A, NR, RL, S
Technology
IT - Cybersecurity Specialist | A, NR, RL, S IT - Systems Administration Specialist | A, NR, RL, S
Law, Public Safety, and Security La,
Advanced EMT | NR, RL
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement 720 Academy | RL
Criminal Justice Studies | A, NR, RL, S, OL
Emergency Medical Technician | A, NR, RL, S
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic | A, NR, RL, S
Paramedic Technician | A, NR, RL, S
Manufacturing
Automated Packaging Systems Technician ◊ | NR
Automation for Industrial Systems ◊ | NR
CNC Technician | RL
Industrial Maintenance Technician | S
Industrial Systems Specialist ◊ | NR
Machine Tool Operation | A
Machine Tool Operation - CNC | RL
Machine Tool Technician | S
Machine Tooling Technics | NR
Mechatronics Basics ◊ | NR, RL, Custom delivery
Welding | A, NR, RL, S
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Automotive Service Technician | S
Automotive Technician | RL
Diesel Equipment Technician | NR
Marine Repair Technician ◊ | A
Power Sports Technician | NR, S
Small Engine Repair Specialist ◊ | S
Truck Driving - CDL A | NR, RL
University Transfer Degree
University Transfer Degree - Associate to Bachelor’s/Arts | OL
University Transfer Degree - Associate to Bachelor’s/Science | OL
Agriculture,
Food, and Natural Resources
“The Agricultural Power program gave me the in-depth skills needed to fully understand agriculture equipment and be able to effectively communicate with customers.”
CERTIFICATES
Earn one or more certificates and prepare for a career, or continue your education to a Farm Operation technical diploma. All three certificates are available at Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake, Superior, and the Outreach Centers.
Agricultural Business Fundamentals
Crop Production
Livestock Production
Architecture and Construction
APPRENTICESHIPS
Earn as you learn. On-the-job training is combined with classroom-related instruction.
Carpentry Apprentice (ABC)
—Rice Lake
Electrical Construction Apprentice
—Rice Lake
Plumbing Apprentice
—Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake
Explore Programs
“My [HVAC/R] degree allows me mobility in my field of work that is not possible without it. I have the opportunity to pursue a job not just in HVAC/R service and installation but controls as well, greatly increasing my value to employers.”
Business, Management, and Administration Finance
“Northwood Tech has given me the skills, confidence, and support I desperately needed to be successful in my future. I have to stress the importance of the support of all the staff and faculty. Everyone is very supportive and willing to go the extra mile to help. I love the options of online/in person/hybrid for the working person.”
CERTIFICATES
Earn one or more certificates and prepare for a career, or continue your education to a technical diploma or associate degree.
Certificates are available at all locations unless indicated below. Explore Programs
Business Administration Specialist
— All campuses and Outreach Centers
Business Graphics
— Online and all campuses
Customer Service Specialist
Management Certificate
Nonprofit Essentials
— Online
Supervisory Leadership
Tax Preparer Assistant
Education and Training
CERTIFICATES
Earn one or more certificates and prepare for a career, or continue your education to a technical diploma or associate degree.
Group Child Care Essentials — Online, New Richmond, Rice Lake, and Superior
NEW Guiding and Supporting Children — Online, New Richmond, Rice Lake, and Superior
Preschool Education Professional (The Registry Preschool Credential) — Online, New Richmond, Rice Lake, and Superior
Professional Credential for Infants/Toddlers (Wisconsin) — Online
Explore Programs
Health Science
Programs with coursework, requiring limited travel to the Health Education Center include:
Dental Assistant
Medical Assistant
Medical Laboratory Technician
Nursing
Nursing Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Pharmacy Technician
Phlebotomy
CERTIFICATES
Earn one or more certificates and prepare for a career or continue your education to a technical diploma or associate degree.
Dementia Care
Gerontology for Professionals
Personal Care Worker
Pharmacy Technician
Phlebotomy
APPRENTICESHIPS
Earn as you learn. On-the-job training is combined with classroom-related instruction.
NEW Surgical Technology Apprentice
— New Richmond
“The
Health Education Center offers us the ability to work in different settings that we will be working at when we are out in practice. We are getting the best education that we can get to be the best we can be for our clients.”
Explore Programs
Hospitality and Tourism | Human Services
APPRENTICESHIPS
Earn as you learn. On-the-job training is combined with classroom-related instruction.
Cosmetology Apprentice — Online
Information Technology
“In comparison to a 4-year degree, Northwood Tech directly helped me become employed and successful in software development. All instruction was focused on industry practices, and the instructors continuously updated course materials to stay relevant in an ever-changing technological world.”
Law, Public Safety, and Security
APPRENTICESHIPS
Earn as you learn. On-the-job training is combined with classroom-related instruction.
Injection Mold Set-Up — New Richmond
Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright Apprentice — New Richmond and Rice Lake
Explore Programs
Transportation
CERTIFICATES
Advance your skills in marine repair by completing the certificate.
Advanced Marine Repair Technician — Ashland Campus
Start Here — Get Anywhere!
Is your goal a bachelor’s degree or beyond?
It has never been easier to start at Northwood Tech, transfer to a university, and save thousands of dollars in the process.
University Transfer Degrees in arts and sciences with UW-Superior
Top areas of study:
Engineering
Business
Health
Technology
University Transfer Degree — Associate to Bachelor’s
Top Five Transfer Partners
Programs
Accounting
Accounting Assistant
Administrative Coordinator
Advanced EMT
Agricultural Power and Equipment Technician
Architectural Commercial Design ◊
Architectural Woodworking/Cabinetmaking
Automated Packaging Systems Technician ◊
Automation for Industrial Systems ◊
Automotive Service Technician
Automotive Technician
Billing and Posting Clerk
Business Management
CNC Technician
Construction and Cabinetmaking ◊
Construction Essentials
Cosmetology
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement 720 Academy
Criminal Justice Studies
Customer Service Manager ◊
Dental Assistant
Diesel Equipment Technician
Drafting Technician ◊
Early Childhood Education
E-Child
E-Connect - Child Care Services
Emergency Medical Technician
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic
Farm Operation
Financial Services
Financial Services Customer Representative
Funeral Service (shared with MATC)
Gerontology - Aging Services Professional ◊
Health Information Technology
Health Office Professional
Healthcare Receptionist
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning/Refrigeration ◊
Hospitality Foundations
Human Resource Management
Human Resources and Payroll Generalist
Human Services Associate
HVAC Installation Technician
Individualized Technical Studies
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Industrial Systems Specialist ◊
IT - Cybersecurity Specialist
IT - Systems Administration Specialist
IT - Web and Software Developer
Leadership Development
Leadership Essentials
Machine Tool Operation
Machine Tool Operation - CNC
Machine Tool Technician
Machine Tooling Technics
Marine Repair Technician ◊
Mechatronics Basics ◊
Medical Administrative Professional
Medical Assistant
Medical Billing Specialist
Medical Coding Specialist
NEW Medical Laboratory Technician
Microsoft Office
Nonprofit Leadership
Nonprofit Professional ◊
Nursing - Associate Degree
Nursing - Associate Degree - Part Time
Nursing Assistant
Office Support Specialist
Office Technology Assistant
Paramedic Technician
Power Sports Technician
Refrigeration Essentials
NEW Small Engine Repair Specialist ◊
Substance Abuse Education
Technical Studies - Journeyworker
Truck Driving - CDL A
University Transfer Degree - Associate to Bachelor’s/Arts
University Transfer Degree - Associate to Bachelor’s/Science
Utility Construction Technician ◊
Veterinary Technician
Welding
Certificates Apprenticeships
Advanced Marine Repair Technician ◊
Agricultural Business Fundamentals
Business Administration Specialist
Business Graphics
Crop Production
Customer Service Specialist
Dementia Care ◊
Gerontology for Professionals ◊
Group Child Care Essentials
NEW Guiding and Supporting Children ◊
Livestock Production
Management Certificate
Nonprofit Essentials ◊
Personal Care Worker
Professional Credential for Infants/Toddlers (WI)
Pharmacy Technician
Phlebotomy
Preschool Education Professional (The Registry
Preschool Credential)
Supervisory Leadership
Tax Preparer Assistant
Carpentry (ABC)
Cosmetology
Electrical Construction
Injection Mold Set-Up (Plastic)
Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright
Plumbing
NEW Surgical Technology ◊