Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Accounting | |
Businesses are like machines: many parts must smoothly work together to make things run. An important part of the business machine is clerks.
Billing, payroll, bookkeeping, auditing, accounts payable/receivable, and data entry clerks are a few of the positions in business that are vital to the success... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Administrative Office Systems | |
A profession once defined by taking shorthand and typing letters has stepped into the digital age. In addition to scheduling appointments, managing records, and providing excellent customer services today's administrative assistant is at the center of computerized word processing, database management,... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Agriculture
Enology | |
About the Area of Study
The Applied Plant Science Certifcate – Concentration in Enology provides students with a solid background in plant science along with the specifc expertise and skills needed for careers in the rapidly expanding wine industry, both in Michigan and throughout North America and beyond.... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Agriculture
Viticulture | |
About the Area of Study
The Applied Plant Science Certifcate – Concentration in Viticulture provides students with a solid background in plant science along with the specifc expertise and skills needed for careers in the rapidly expanding grape industry, supplying grapes for table, juice and wine making.... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Art | |
Pablo Picasso once said, "There are painters who transform the sun to a yellow spot, but there are others who with the help of their art and their intelligence, transform a yellow spot into the sun."
Art is an exploration of lines, shapes, emotions, and vision. At Lake Michigan College we want to equip... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Biology | |
If you are considering a career in biology, then ask yourself these questions:
Are you interested in scientific research?
Do you enjoy learning about how science impacts modern society?
Would you enjoy studying about and solving current environmental problems?
Can you image taking part in discovering... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Business Administration | |
From Fortune 100 companies to entrepreneurial ventures, the business world offers career opportunities for people with a drive for success.
Number crunchers, strategic thinkers, and creative planners all can find a niche in business. This demanding and competitive field can be very rewarding to those... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Cardio Respiratory Care | |
About the Area of Study
Lake Michigan College offers the frst year of a three-year Associate in Applied Science degree in CardioRespiratory Care in cooperation with Kalamazoo Valley Community College. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education programs. ... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Chemistry | |
As the global economy becomes more science based, the demand for people who understand the principles of chemistry is increasing. From technical positions working in a lab testing environment to chemists who work toward formulating new products through sciences, the variety of jobs in the field fills... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Communication | |
Communication is not just about public speaking. Organizational methods, interpersonal skills, and public relations are involved in communication.
Communication is a social process. It links humans through the formation, announcement, and response of a message, both verbal and non-verbal. Communication... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Computer Information Systems | |
In the early days, a single computer could be as big as a classroom and they were only owned by some of the largest corporations. Today, there is hardly a business, large or small or household, for that matter, that doesn't utilize the power of computer hardware and software technology.
Everything from... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Corrections, Probation, Parole | |
In today's society, crime is a growing reality. As prisons reach maximum capacity, there is a need for corrections officers to maintain order and control in those environments. As solutions for prison overcrowding lead to more offenders being released early, there is a growing need for probation and... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Dental Assisting | |
A healthy, white smile makes a great first impression, but who helps you maintain your picture worthy grin? Dental assistants do.
You get to know your patients and are part of an in demand health career. Employment is available all over the country.
The Dental Assisting program at Lake Michigan College... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Dental Hygienist | |
Then was the last time you were at the dentist to get your teeth cleaned? Chances are that sparkling white smile you walked out with was compliments of a dental hygienist.
The need for dental care is on the rise. Because of this, the field of dental hygiene is predicted to be one of the fastest growing... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Dentistry | |
Do you recognize the importance of sparkling teeth, healthy gums and a clean smile? Would you like to help educate people on how to better care for their teeth? Then maybe a career in dentistry is for you.
Today's dentists don't just clean and care for your teeth they are educators. They present instructions... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound) | |
The Lake Michigan College Medical Imaging Career Center (MICC) is poised to provide area students with the latest training in diagnostic imaging education while building on a tradition of academic excellence.
The MICC is addressing the growing local demand for workers who can operate increasingly advanced... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Drafting and Design | |
The drafting and design program at Lake Michigan College focuses primarily on the manufacturing industry. As a drafter and designer your work may range from planning the make up of a new toy to assembling the pieces of a car door.
Your work will focus on detailing, assembly drawings, and 3-D design.... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Early Childhood Education | |
Early childhood educators understand that working with young children can be a handful. There's crying, the constant mess and little hands in everything. But these educators, above all, understand the fun and excitement young children create.
How would you like to be an active part of a child's life?... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Elementary Education | |
Teaching is like no other profession. As a teacher you are a communicator, disciplinarian, conveyor of information, evaluator, classroom manager, counselor, decision-maker, role model, and surrogate parent.
Whether it is testing math, science, social studies, and reading skills, or taking time to do... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Energy Production Technology | |
To address the projected shortage of energy industry professionals, Lake Michigan College, in collaboration with D.C. Cook Nuclear Plant in Bridgman and Palisades Power Plant in Covert, has launched a new Energy Production Technology degree program for the 2008 fall semester.
The Energy Production Technology... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Engineering | |
Engineering is a broad-based term that describes dozens of specialized areas that work in all areas of society.
They design new products, solve tough problems, and have a far reaching influence on social, economic, environmental, and political reactions that follow technological developments.
With... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
English | |
About the Area of Study
Students pursuing a bachelor's degree in English will be able to complete their frst two years of college with courses at Lake Michigan College. All courses in English and other recommended courses are transferable to other institutions in Michigan and elsewhere. |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Environmental Science | |
"We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect." A relevant quote by Aldo Leopold.
As humans' impact on the environment becomes more evident and the legalities imposed on industry and... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Fire Science | |
With over two million fires reported each year in the United States, hundreds of thousands of people owe their lives and safety to fire fighters who have come to their aid.
These skilled rescuers put their lives on the line to protect people and property, and do so willfully. Becoming a fire fighter... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Foreign Language | |
Bonjour! Parlez-vous francais?
Hola! Habla usted espaņol?
Guten Tag! Sprechen sie deutsch?
Travel, international business, and the Internet continually make our world a smaller one. As we become a global society, the need to communicate becomes greater.
Whether your need for foreign language training... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Forensics | |
About the Area of Study
Forensic science is typically not an entry level feld. A student completes a four-year degree majoring in biology, biochemistry or chemistry with a minor in criminal justice and is employed as a police offcer. After a minimum of 2-5 years as a police offcer, application for... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
General Studies | |
About the Area of Study
The Associate in General Studies degree is an appropriate degree for students who have taken or plan to take courses in diverse areas of the college without designating a major area of study. The Associate in General Studies meets all general education requirements at Lake Michigan... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
General Technology | |
About the Area of Study
The Associate Degree in General Technology provides you with a broad general knowledge of technological areas applicable to the industrial setting. It is not intended to provide in-depth knowledge in one area. However, with careful selection of courses, the degree can be individualized... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Geography | |
Did you know that traveling bushmen in Australia carry water in ostrich eggs because of the scarcity of water in their environment?
In other places we find shade or turn on the air conditioning to adapt to warm weather.
People change things to adapt to the environment, but who studies these environments... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Geology | |
If you watch the news about the topics of the day like rebuilding after a hurricane, the likelihood of an earthquake, and even oil exploration, chances are a geoscientist will be one of the experts adding insight.
Geologists study the make up of the Earth, from it's rocks and soil composition to the... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Graphic Design | |
Billboards, television, magazines, web sites, video games, food packages - everyday, we see the work of graphic designers. Graphic design is a professional communication field.
Designers deliver messages for their clients in a language that their intended audience can understand. This is most often... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Health | |
About the Area of Study
The courses offered in Health are for those students interested in personal and community health. You have the opportunity to become certified in life-saving techniques or first-aid procedures, investigate various health career options, or evaluate your own levels of healthful... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
History | |
History records and explains the past, and it also affects our future. John Gardner once said "history never looks like history when you are living through it." Studying history is not just remembering facts about the Civil War or the Industrial Revolution; we are living through what history books will... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Hospitality Management | |
Have you ever thought about managing the restaurant activities at a resort? How about planning parties for customers at a winery? Maybe you see yourself working in a five-star hotel. If these catch your interest, then you should look into a career in Hospitality Management.
By starting your education... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Humanities | |
Many students entering their first year of college are uncertain of which field they would like to concentrate their studies. If you fall into this category, take a look at the Humanities program at Lake Michigan College.
LMC's Humanities program covers courses in film, literature, philosophy, and history.... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Industrial Maintenance Technology | |
Properly running machinery is vital in any industrial facility. Inoperative machines will result in delayed production. Equipment that is not properly maintained may damage the product being produced. This all adds up to lost profits and reduced competitiveness for business.
So, who fixes a broken piece... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Law | |
Law provides the framework within which a society can succeed. It creates order that governs the actions of individuals and organizations, defines the rights of people, and helps settle disputes between parties. The absence of a legal system allows terrible injustices to be placed upon vulnerable members... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Law Enforcement | |
The decision to become a law enforcement officer or agent is the decision to embark on a career, a new and exciting way of life committed to serving, where no two days are exactly alike.
While violent crimes in the United States are gradually decreasing, there is still a need for highly qualified law... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Legal Office Systems | |
The United States legal system is more than the high profile legal cases seen in the news and big city law offices depicted in television dramas. Our system of laws and regulations is design to protect ordinary people. As a legal office assistant you can be part of the process that serves people in areas... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Liberal Arts | |
To some, choosing a college program is a challenge. Do I want to focus on science? What about the arts? For all of you that are undecided, you are not alone. Lake Michigan College wants to help you find the program that works the best for you.
A Liberal Arts degree will give you an introduction to programs... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Machine Tool Technology | |
Look around. Everything from the cars and motorcycles on the road to the appliances in our homes have something in common: they are made of parts manufactured with the skill and knowledge of machine tool professionals.
This region has a strong connection with the tool and die cast industry. There is... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology | |
What is so exciting about Magnetic Resonance Imaging?
When an x-ray of a body part is not sufficient for diagnosis, MRI will show extremely fine detail of human tissue without the use of ionizing radiation. The principle of magnetic resonance imaging is based on measuring signals emitted from "excited"... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Management and Marketing | |
Success for any business begins on the front line. Knowledgeable managers, sales personnel, and customer service representatives can make all the difference in a customer's decision to do business with a store or company again.
Companies know this and are looking for individuals with the motivation,... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Manufacturing Engineering | |
About the Area of Study
The Manufacturing Engineering program is specifically designed to meet the requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Manufacturing) program at Western Michigan University. If you are interested in transferring to another university, please work directly with an... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Mathematics | |
Interest rates on car loans. Gallop polls. Calculating your pay check. Blueprints for the backyard shed. Grades received on geometry tests. While each of these things appear to be unrelated, they all have one thing in common. Numbers.
Much of our lives are measured, planned, and organized by numbers... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Medical Assistant Technology | |
About the Area of Study
Lake Michigan College provides the first year of a three-year Associate in Applied Science degree in Medical Assistant Technology offered by KVCC. The program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
You will enroll simultaneously... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Medical Office Systems | |
The medical field is rapidly changing. Advances are helping people live longer and better lives. Baby boomers are entering their retirement years and looking for good medical care to help them enjoy their new-found free time. New laws surround the disclosure of patient information. It takes knowledge,... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Medicine & Osteopathic Medicine | |
A medical career provides the opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives and in the community. This field provides opportunities to serve patients, present daily challenges, and puts you in demand wherever you decide to live.
Lake Michigan College's Pre- Medicine and Osteopathic Medicine transfer... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Mortuary Science | |
Benjamin Franklin once said, "...nothing in this world is certain but death and taxes." While taxes may hurt your wallet, death is a hurt on your heart. Caring, supportive individuals are needed to help in the sorrowful time of death.
Whether your aim is to help the family in the role of the funeral... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Music | |
When you think of music careers, of what do you usually think? Probably vocalists and musicians first come to mind but there is so much more behind the scenes. Producers, composers, and even teachers and music therapists are all important members of the music industry.
If you want to make music your... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Nuclear Technology | |
The following is a sample college transfer program. It is essential that you work with an academic advisor to develop an individualized program that meets the specifc requirements of the college you plan to attend.
It is important to begin the science and math sequence as soon as possible to effciently... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Nursing | |
It is in the news - jobs in nursing are plentiful as we face a national shortage of professionals in the field. Because of an aging population and advances in treatment, the need for more nurses is only expected to increase for the foreseeable future.
Nursing is a profession that requires compassion... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Optometry | |
With more than half of the United States population wearing glasses or contacts there is a demand for optometrists to diagnose vision problems.
A career in optometry will have you working with a wide variety of individuals. From the very young to the young at heart, all eyes need attention.
The Pre-Optometry... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Paramedic | |
About the Area of Study
The Radiologic Technology program trains you to become a radiologic technologist. This 21 month program includes two spring semester and one summer semester of courses. You will obtain clinical experience at local healthcare facilities in addition to formal classroom instruction... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Pharmacy | |
Demand for pharmacy professionals is on the rise due to rapid growth in the health care and pharmaceutical industries. With the growing elderly population, the number of pharmacists in health care services is also increasing. Pharmacists are also actively involved in drug therapy decision-making for... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Philosophy | |
What is time? The obvious answer could arrive by looking at your watch and uttering back an answer. But, to a philosophical mind, there are countless answers.
Every person has a different view on life, therefore a different view on what the answer is. In essence, every person has the ability to have... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Physical Education and Wellness | |
According to the National Center for Health Statistics (1999 - 2002), 64 percent of adults age 20 and over are overweight or obese. Obesity is the number one fastest growing health concern of Americans.
With these frightening statistics it's no wonder that exercise professionals are in demand. Young... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Physical Science | |
About the Area of Study
Physical Science offers an introduction to the physical sciences (chemistry, geology, and physics); provides coursework for you to complete your general education requirements in Science; provides intial preparation work in a science feld. There is a 61-credit degree requirement... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Physical Therapy | |
How would you like to make a positive impact on someone's life? Physical therapists work daily with people to help them regain physical and emotional stability and return to a productive life. Helping patients achieve their health goals can be the ultimate in job satisfaction. Physical therapists are... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Physician Assistant | |
About the Area of Study
Students preparing for a career as a Physician's Assistant must earn a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA (minimum GPA varies among individual schools.) Lake Michigan College offers many courses that may serve as the first two years of the undergraduate... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Physics | |
Many of you have heard of Einstein's discovery between energy and mass, expressed in the equation E=mc^2, but there is much more to physics than this one famous finding.
Physics is a mathematical explanation of natural phenomena found everywhere in life. Force, momentum, sound, thermodynamics, power,... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Political Science | |
Nuclear arms, immigration, international trades, public policy and law, and shifts in governmental structures across the globe are daily topics on the news.
Understanding how groups of people rule themselves, how political agendas are developed, and how we can improve our government policies at the... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Pre-Athletic Training | |
About the Area of Study
Athletic training is a health care profession practicing within the domains of prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care; treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning; organization and administration; and professional responsibility. ’Sports medicine“ is often... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Pre-Veterinary Medicine | |
According to a recent survey, 63% of U.S. households have a pet and those households will spend an estimated $8.7 billion dollars on veterinary care for their cats, dogs, birds, and other animal companions.*
With so many animals considered to be part of the family, the services of veterinarians are... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Psychology | |
From health and medicine to persuasion through advertising to education and basic human understanding, psychology is a part of every aspect of life.
This study and understanding of human emotions, cognitions, actions and personalities explores behavior and its meaning. It can be applied in a clinical... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Radiologic Technology | |
To properly treat ailments, physicians often need to see what is going on inside the body. That's where radiologic technology comes into play. Tools such as traditional x-rays, CT scans, and MRI give health care workers the ability to diagnose everything from bone fractures to cancer and even analyze... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Secondary Education | |
’Tell me and I'll forget; show me and I may remember; involved me and I'll understand.“ This Chinese Proverb speaks to the education profession. Teachers have the enormous responsibility of educating our future. Whether it's the arts or sciences, teachers become the motivation in the classroom. Teaching... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Skilled Trades Technology | |
The Skilled Trades Technology program at Lake Michigan College gives you an advanced level of education beyond your certified apprenticeship training agreement. This program gives you individualized study that provides training to a specific trade.
With over 20 skilled trades available, you can select... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Sociology | |
Are you asking yourself, "What can I do with a sociology degree?" The answers are numerous.
When you decide to study sociology, your studies cover large areas of disciplines. The amount of knowledge you'll study in differing areas, will serve as a rich foundation that applies to many career fields.
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Theatre | |
The curtains are closed, you're on your mark, and the house is full. Your heart is racing, adrenaline pumping, and all you can think is that there is nowhere else you can picture yourself being. You are an actor. It's in your blood, it's part of what makes you, you.
Lake Michigan College encourages... |
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Lake Michigan College
Associate degree
Water Purification Technology | |
Bottle verses tap. It all started with Perrier. Somehow this French company convinced people that bottled water was cool to buy. Now, Evian, Aquafina, Propel, and Dasani are household names.
But, is bottled water safer or healthier to drink? The answer is no. Test after test has shown no evidence of... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Administrative Office Systems | |
A profession once defined by taking shorthand and typing letters has stepped into the digital age. In addition to scheduling appointments, managing records, and providing excellent customer services today's administrative assistant is at the center of computerized word processing, database management,... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Corrections, Probation, Parole | |
In today's society, crime is a growing reality. As prisons reach maximum capacity, there is a need for corrections officers to maintain order and control in those environments. As solutions for prison overcrowding lead to more offenders being released early, there is a growing need for probation and... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Drafting and Design | |
The drafting and design program at Lake Michigan College focuses primarily on the manufacturing industry. As a drafter and designer your work may range from planning the make up of a new toy to assembling the pieces of a car door.
Your work will focus on detailing, assembly drawings, and 3-D design.... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Early Childhood Education | |
Early childhood educators understand that working with young children can be a handful. There's crying, the constant mess and little hands in everything. But these educators, above all, understand the fun and excitement young children create.
How would you like to be an active part of a child's life?... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Fire Science | |
With over two million fires reported each year in the United States, hundreds of thousands of people owe their lives and safety to fire fighters who have come to their aid.
These skilled rescuers put their lives on the line to protect people and property, and do so willfully. Becoming a fire fighter... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Machine Tool Technology | |
Look around. Everything from the cars and motorcycles on the road to the appliances in our homes have something in common: they are made of parts manufactured with the skill and knowledge of machine tool professionals.
This region has a strong connection with the tool and die cast industry. There is... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology | |
What is so exciting about Magnetic Resonance Imaging?
When an x-ray of a body part is not sufficient for diagnosis, MRI will show extremely fine detail of human tissue without the use of ionizing radiation. The principle of magnetic resonance imaging is based on measuring signals emitted from "excited"... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Medical Office Systems | |
The medical field is rapidly changing. Advances are helping people live longer and better lives. Baby boomers are entering their retirement years and looking for good medical care to help them enjoy their new-found free time. New laws surround the disclosure of patient information. It takes knowledge,... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-1-year Certificate
Nursing | |
It is in the news - jobs in nursing are plentiful as we face a national shortage of professionals in the field. Because of an aging population and advances in treatment, the need for more nurses is only expected to increase for the foreseeable future.
Nursing is a profession that requires compassion... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Agriculture | |
About the Area of Study
The Applied Plant Science Certificate – Students completing the basic education requirements may apply for other concentration offerings. |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Dental Assisting | |
A healthy, white smile makes a great first impression, but who helps you maintain your picture worthy grin? Dental assistants do.
You get to know your patients and are part of an in demand health career. Employment is available all over the country.
The Dental Assisting program at Lake Michigan College... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Legal Office Systems | |
The United States legal system is more than the high profile legal cases seen in the news and big city law offices depicted in television dramas. Our system of laws and regulations is design to protect ordinary people. As a legal office assistant you can be part of the process that serves people in areas... |
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Lake Michigan College
Certificates/Less-than-2-year Certificate
Skilled Trades Technology | |
The Skilled Trades Technology program at Lake Michigan College gives you an advanced level of education beyond your certified apprenticeship training agreement. This program gives you individualized study that provides training to a specific trade.
With over 20 skilled trades available, you can select... |
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Lake Michigan College
Doctor's degree
Chiropractic | |
If you believe that a holistic approach to health problems results in a faster and more efficient healing time, then a career as a chiropractor may be for you. Chiropractors diagnose and treat patients whose health problems are linked with the body's muscular, nervous, and skeletal systems, especially... |
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