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Fixing cars – it’s what Auto Body Collision Technology is all about! Have a new dent from backing into a tree? We can help. Auto body collision experts have you covered. Ridgewater Auto Body students use state-of-the-art, high-tech equipment like computerized and laser-guided measuring systems and computerized paint mixing systems as they work in four downdraft booths to bake vehicle finishes that last. Our facilities are some of the best in the Upper Midwest. Just ask industry employers!

Fixing cars – it’s what Auto Body Collision Technology is all about! Have a new dent from backing into a tree? We can help. Auto body collision experts have you covered. Ridgewater Auto Body students use state-of-the-art, high-tech equipment like computerized and laser-guided measuring systems and computerized paint mixing systems as they work in four downdraft booths to bake vehicle finishes that last. Our facilities are some of the best in the Upper Midwest. Just ask industry employers!

Fixing cars – it’s what Auto Body Collision Technology is all about! Have a new dent from backing into a tree? We can help. Auto body collision experts have you covered. Ridgewater Auto Body students use state-of-the-art, high-tech equipment like computerized and laser-guided measuring systems and computerized paint mixing systems as they work in four downdraft booths to bake vehicle finishes that last. Our facilities are some of the best in the Upper Midwest. Just ask industry employers!

Auto mechanics are everybody’s friends. There’s nothing like hissing hoses, squeaking brakes and failed air conditioning on a hot day to convince you of the value of a great automotive technician. Ridgewater’s Automotive Service Technology program teaches you to be the expert who knows cars inside and out, from basic maintenance to complex diagnostics.

Auto mechanics are everybody’s friends. There’s nothing like hissing hoses, squeaking brakes and failed air conditioning on a hot day to convince you of the value of a great automotive technician. Ridgewater’s Automotive Service Technology program teaches you to be the expert who knows cars inside and out, from basic maintenance to complex diagnostics.

If robots, electronics and mechanical devices with flashing lights make you so curious you want to control them or take them apart, Automation and Robotic Systems Technology could be the green light you need for a high-tech, high-demand, high-wage career. Maybe you rocked the robotic competition in high school with your team. Congrats, we want you! Or maybe you work in manufacturing and want to advance your skills for greater challenges and better pay. Ridgewater College is here for you too!

If robots, electronics and mechanical devices with flashing lights make you so curious you want to control them or take them apart, Automation and Robotic Systems Technology could be the green light you need for a high-tech, high-demand, high-wage career. Maybe you rocked the robotic competition in high school with your team. Congrats, we want you! Or maybe you work in manufacturing and want to advance your skills for greater challenges and better pay. Ridgewater College is here for you too!

If robots, electronics and mechanical devices with flashing lights make you so curious you want to control them or take them apart, Automation and Robotic Systems Technology could be the green light you need for a high-tech, high-demand, high-wage career. Maybe you rocked the robotic competition in high school with your team. Congrats, we want you! Or maybe you work in manufacturing and want to advance your skills for greater challenges and better pay. Ridgewater College is here for you too!

If robots, electronics and mechanical devices with flashing lights make you so curious you want to control them or take them apart, Automation and Robotic Systems Technology could be the green light you need for a high-tech, high-demand, high-wage career. Maybe you rocked the robotic competition in high school with your team. Congrats, we want you! Or maybe you work in manufacturing and want to advance your skills for greater challenges and better pay. Ridgewater College is here for you too!

Hands-on, high-demand careers – that’s Machine Tool Technology. Want to gain skills in a field where employers are waiting for you to graduate? Precision manufacturing could be your ticket. Machine and manufacturing technicians use computer skills, precise measurements, and machine processes to turn blueprints and 3-D designs into everything from plastic cell phone covers and earbuds to metal car and computer parts.

Hands-on, high-demand careers – that’s Machine Tool Technology. Want to gain skills in a field where employers are waiting for you to graduate? Precision manufacturing could be your ticket. Machine and manufacturing technicians use computer skills, precise measurements, and machine processes to turn blueprints and 3-D designs into everything from plastic cell phone covers and earbuds to metal car and computer parts.

Hands-on, high-demand careers – that’s Machine Tool Technology. Want to gain skills in a field where employers are waiting for you to graduate? Precision manufacturing could be your ticket. Machine and manufacturing technicians use computer skills, precise measurements, and machine processes to turn blueprints and 3-D designs into everything from plastic cell phone covers and earbuds to metal car and computer parts.

Hands-on, high-demand careers – that’s Machine Tool Technology. Want to gain skills in a field where employers are waiting for you to graduate? Precision manufacturing could be your ticket. Machine and manufacturing technicians use computer skills, precise measurements, and machine processes to turn blueprints and 3-D designs into everything from plastic cell phone covers and earbuds to metal car and computer parts.

Electronics technicians have the world at their fingertips in this age of high-tech, electronic conveniences. Microprocessors control everything from home security and conveniences to public safety and communications. Can you go even a few days without your phone, computer, or television? Yeah, right! Ridgewater’s Electronics Technology program transforms your curiosity about how devices work into valued, versatile expertise that’s in demand in numerous development, production and service industries.

Electronics technicians have the world at their fingertips in this age of high-tech, electronic conveniences. Microprocessors control everything from home security and conveniences to public safety and communications. Can you go even a few days without your phone, computer, or television? Yeah, right! Ridgewater’s Electronics Technology program transforms your curiosity about how devices work into valued, versatile expertise that’s in demand in numerous development, production and service industries.

Draft your future and get paid for your creativity and technical savvy. Mechanical drafters turn ideas into doable solutions. They transform an engineer’s concept into a detailed, 3D plan for production using industry software. Ridgewater Computer Aided Drafting and Design students could design the next trending bike or must-have phone gadget.

Draft your future and get paid for your creativity and technical savvy. Mechanical drafters turn ideas into doable solutions. They transform an engineer’s concept into a detailed, 3D plan for production using industry software. Ridgewater Computer Aided Drafting and Design students could design the next trending bike or must-have phone gadget.

Draft your future and get paid for your creativity and technical savvy. Mechanical drafters turn ideas into doable solutions. They transform an engineer’s concept into a detailed, 3D plan for production using industry software. Ridgewater Computer Aided Drafting and Design students could design the next trending bike or must-have phone gadget.

Residential and commercial construction requires many technical skills, but none bring a home or business to life as much as power. Electrical lighting, heating, air conditioning, and security require the trained skills of qualified electricians who know proper electrical installation and maintenance. Employers seek out Ridgewater College’s Electrician graduates because of the broad experiences that give them the confidence to get the jobs done and done right.

Residential and commercial construction requires many technical skills, but none bring a home or business to life as much as power. Electrical lighting, heating, air conditioning, and security require the trained skills of qualified electricians who know proper electrical installation and maintenance. Employers seek out Ridgewater College’s Electrician graduates because of the broad experiences that give them the confidence to get the jobs done and done right.

Welders are masters of flames and hot metal. Using a variety of methods from plasma cutting to robotic welding, welders and fabricators build and maintain bridges, help manufacture everything from vehicles to buildings, and fix anything from a field goal post to a snowmobile trailer. If you want skills in a career where employers are waiting for you to graduate, check out Welding at Ridgewater.

Welders are masters of flames and hot metal. Using a variety of methods from plasma cutting to robotic welding, welders and fabricators build and maintain bridges, help manufacture everything from vehicles to buildings, and fix anything from a field goal post to a snowmobile trailer. If you want skills in a career where employers are waiting for you to graduate, check out Welding at Ridgewater.

Welders are masters of flames and hot metal. Using a variety of methods from plasma cutting to robotic welding, welders and fabricators build and maintain bridges, help manufacture everything from vehicles to buildings, and fix anything from a field goal post to a snowmobile trailer. If you want skills in a career where employers are waiting for you to graduate, check out Welding at Ridgewater.

Programming computers requires bilingual adaptability in languages such as Java, Perl, PHP, Visual Basic.NET and Visual C#/C++.NET. No worries if computer programs sound foreign to you now. Ridgewater College can take you from confused to confident in computer communication commands.

Programming computers requires bilingual adaptability in languages such as Java, Perl, PHP, Visual Basic.NET and Visual C#/C++.NET. No worries if computer programs sound foreign to you now. Ridgewater College can take you from confused to confident in computer communication commands.

Websites launch by the millions each year. No surprise there, since it’s the hottest marketing and communication tool of this century. Websites have changed the way businesses do business, agencies share opportunities, and organizations promote purposes. Ridgewater’s Web Developer graduates of all ages are helping to meet the constant demand in this exciting, digital era.

Websites launch by the millions each year. No surprise there, since it’s the hottest marketing and communication tool of this century. Websites have changed the way businesses do business, agencies share opportunities, and organizations promote purposes. Ridgewater’s Web Developer graduates of all ages are helping to meet the constant demand in this exciting, digital era.

Computers are great when they work, right? Train to be a valued computer support technician who is an expert at troubleshooting and an appreciated, go-to computer geek. You could be that technology lifesaver who ensures that systems work as planned – at work and at home!

Computers are great when they work, right? Train to be a valued computer support technician who is an expert at troubleshooting and an appreciated, go-to computer geek. You could be that technology lifesaver who ensures that systems work as planned – at work and at home!

Computers are great when they work, right? Train to be a valued computer support technician who is an expert at troubleshooting and an appreciated, go-to computer geek. You could be that technology lifesaver who ensures that systems work as planned – at work and at home!

Cyber threats and breaches are in the news practically weekly. Everyone expects secure information and protected identities, so the need for quality cyber security professionals is critical to stay a step ahead of hackers. Ridgewater’s Cyber Security Specialist program can take you from an average computer user to network detective in just two years if your strengths are a thinking critically, solving problems, and continuously learn in this high-tech, ever-changing field.

Network administrators combine a passion for computers and technology into a high-demand career in information technology (IT). Often known for their behind-the-scenes work, network systems administrators manage actual and virtual networks to keep the machines we depend on daily running smoothly.

Network administrators combine a passion for computers and technology into a high-demand career in information technology (IT). Often known for their behind-the-scenes work, network systems administrators manage actual and virtual networks to keep the machines we depend on daily running smoothly.

Network administrators combine a passion for computers and technology into a high-demand career in information technology (IT). Often known for their behind-the-scenes work, network systems administrators manage actual and virtual networks to keep the machines we depend on daily running smoothly.

Young children make adults with young hearts smile ear to ear when they hear playful giggles and see the unconditional enthusiasm. If youngsters make your heart go pitter-pat, Ridgewater’s Early Childhood Education program can prepare you to work with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with developmentally appropriate activities for many light-bulb moments too in a variety of settings.

Young children make adults with young hearts smile ear to ear when they hear playful giggles and see the unconditional enthusiasm. If youngsters make your heart go pitter-pat, Ridgewater’s Early Childhood Education program can prepare you to work with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with developmentally appropriate activities for many light-bulb moments too in a variety of settings.

Education is no longer one size fits all. Students learn in different ways, sometimes requiring extra help. Educational assistants to the rescue! If you enjoy working with children, want to make difference as a classroom or daycare assistant, are creative and adaptable, and have an appreciation for individuality, you’re checking out the right career – education paraprofessional!

Education is no longer one size fits all. Students learn in different ways, sometimes requiring extra help. Educational assistants to the rescue! If you enjoy working with children, want to make difference as a classroom or daycare assistant, are creative and adaptable, and have an appreciation for individuality, you’re checking out the right career – education paraprofessional!

Education is no longer one size fits all. Students learn in different ways, sometimes requiring extra help. Educational assistants to the rescue! If you enjoy working with children, want to make difference as a classroom or daycare assistant, are creative and adaptable, and have an appreciation for individuality, you’re checking out the right career – education paraprofessional!

Public safety and criminal justice are critical demands from today’s citizens. Police, deputies, parole officers, troopers, and other authoritative figures enforce the law and create order. Sirens, tasers, and uniforms get people’s attention, but it’s skilled professionals like Ridgewater’s Law Enforcement graduates who become peace officers who put their lives on the line to protect and to serve.

Legal offices require a team where everyone has a special role. Legal assistants combine administrative assistant office skills with legal research and support for a well-rounded professional. Detail-oriented, analytical thinkers who are good at communication, time management, and customer service make great legal assistants. Be part of a legal team in two years or less and enjoy a career that’s challenging, rewarding, and in demand.

Legal offices require a team where everyone has a special role. Legal assistants combine administrative assistant office skills with legal research and support for a well-rounded professional. Detail-oriented, analytical thinkers who are good at communication, time management, and customer service make great legal assistants. Be part of a legal team in two years or less and enjoy a career that’s challenging, rewarding, and in demand.

Legal offices require a team where everyone has a special role. Legal assistants combine administrative assistant office skills with legal research and support for a well-rounded professional. Detail-oriented, analytical thinkers who are good at communication, time management, and customer service make great legal assistants. Be part of a legal team in two years or less and enjoy a career that’s challenging, rewarding, and in demand.

Saving lives. When accidents happen, you want the best-trained emergency medical services personnel on the scene. You want paramedics who quickly assess and treat patients before transporting them to the next appropriate care provider. Be part of the adrenaline team in your community by getting the best possible training in the region at Ridgewater College’s Paramedic program.

Saving lives. When accidents happen, you want the best-trained emergency medical services personnel on the scene. You want paramedics who quickly assess and treat patients before transporting them to the next appropriate care provider. Be part of the adrenaline team in your community by getting the best possible training in the region at Ridgewater College’s Paramedic program.

Health information is critical to everyone from healthcare professionals to patients like you. Accurate health information and its management is the core of work for health information technicians who control the usage and release of health information. Likewise, medical coding specialists assess medical record accuracy for third-party payers like insurance companies. You don’t want to pay for major surgery if all you needed was a shot – it’s all accurate information and coding. Become a valuable healthcare team member in two years or less. Explore Ridgewater College’s online Health Information Technician and Medical Coding Specialist programs.

Want a career in healthcare without seeing a drop of blood? Healthcare administrative assistants, sometimes called medical office assistants, could be your answer to a rewarding healthcare career in two years or less. Need a medical appointment or test? Call the scheduler. Have a question on your bill? Contact the patient account representative. If you are a detail-oriented, multi-tasker who enjoys working with all kinds of people and adapts well to an ever-changing environment, Ridgewater’s Healthcare Administrative Assistant program could be calling you to health care!

Want a career in healthcare without seeing a drop of blood? Healthcare administrative assistants, sometimes called medical office assistants, could be your answer to a rewarding healthcare career in two years or less. Need a medical appointment or test? Call the scheduler. Have a question on your bill? Contact the patient account representative. If you are a detail-oriented, multi-tasker who enjoys working with all kinds of people and adapts well to an ever-changing environment, Ridgewater’s Healthcare Administrative Assistant program could be calling you to health care!

Health information is critical to everyone from healthcare professionals to patients like you. Accurate health information and its management is the core of work for health information technicians who control the usage and release of health information. Likewise, medical coding specialists assess medical record accuracy for third-party payers like insurance companies. You don’t want to pay for major surgery if all you needed was a shot – it’s all accurate information and coding. Become a valuable healthcare team member in two years or less. Explore Ridgewater College’s online Health Information Technician and Medical Coding Specialist programs.

Health information is critical to everyone from healthcare professionals to patients like you. Accurate health information and its management is the core of work for health information technicians who control the usage and release of health information. Likewise, medical coding specialists assess medical record accuracy for third-party payers like insurance companies. You don’t want to pay for major surgery if all you needed was a shot – it’s all accurate information and coding. Become a valuable healthcare team member in two years or less. Explore Ridgewater College’s online Health Information Technician and Medical Coding Specialist programs.

Health information is critical to everyone from healthcare professionals to patients like you. Accurate health information and its management is the core of work for health information technicians who control the usage and release of health information. Likewise, medical coding specialists assess medical record accuracy for third-party payers like insurance companies. You don’t want to pay for major surgery if all you needed was a shot – it’s all accurate information and coding. Become a valuable healthcare team member in two years or less. Explore Ridgewater College’s online Health Information Technician and Medical Coding Specialist programs.

Healthcare clinics require a variety of laboratory, clinical and administrative staff. Medical assistants help people by using some of each of those skills to assist physicians and their patients. If you love healthcare and want to work in an in-demand field with excellent job placement that requires two years or less of training, Ridgewater’s Medical Assistant program might be the perfect career for you.

Healthcare clinics require a variety of laboratory, clinical and administrative staff. Medical assistants help people by using some of each of those skills to assist physicians and their patients. If you love healthcare and want to work in an in-demand field with excellent job placement that requires two years or less of training, Ridgewater’s Medical Assistant program might be the perfect career for you.

Phlebotomists are key to many patients’ health. With the prick of a finger or poke of an arm, phlebotomists collect blood samples for laboratory testing. With results, doctors and specialists have scientific answers to help make decisions about illnesses, treatments, and the best path back to wellness. If you love helping people and don’t mind the sight of blood or needles, Ridgewater’s Phlebotomy Technician program can launch your healthcare career.

Practical nurses are high-demand, entry-level nurses who work to prevent illness and to promote, restore or maintain good health. Under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) put the care in healthcare by working the frontline with patients.

Animal lovers who also excel at science and are up for the challenge of rigorous learning should look to the highly-respected and nationally honored Ridgewater College Veterinary Technology program. A combination of a nurse and a medical technologist, a veterinary technician works very closely with a veterinarian and is an integral part of the animal healthcare team.