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Micro Credentials at NWTC

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Gain new skills immediately and take quicker steps toward a higher salary and rewarding career. Fast track your opportunities with a micro credential.

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Small credentials. Big benefits.

Micro credentials are small (smaller than a certificate, diploma, or degree), flexible, and highly-focused programs with big benefits. Designed for today’s learners who want results right now, micro credentials quickly provide:

  • Specific, in-demand skills that can lead to a new job, career advancement, or a change in your career field.  
  • Recognition for your mastery of a skill or capability, allowing you to stand out from others in your profession. 
  • Stackable credentials that provide a pathway to a degree. Credits never expire, so you can come back and complete a certificate, diploma, or degree – whenever it’s right for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can earn a micro credential?

Anyone who is looking to quickly obtain skills to increase their career opportunities and earning potential, including: 

  • Recent high school graduates looking for a new approach to college.  

  • Current students and alumni who want to broaden their skill set.

  • Working adults who need upskilling to advance or change careers.

  • Individuals who are returning to the job market.   

How do I earn a micro credential?

  • Register for a micro credential course - find out how using the instructions in the FAQ below.
  • Attend and successfully pass the class.
  • Receive your Micro Credential Certificate of Completion to show your newly assessed knowledge and skills.

How do I register?

Our available micro credentials are listed below. When ready to register, simply select your preferred course time/delivery method and use the "Register" link in the far right column.  This will add your course to the shopping cart. Visit the cart and complete the checkout process to enroll.

Reminder: Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is in place to add a level of security and protect your NWTC account from unwanted access. For more information or for technical support, visit the MFA web page.


Available Credentials

Keep checking back for the most up-to-date list of programs!

STEM Field

Automation 5: PLC

Automation 5: PLC (10-664-104) – 1 credit

This course covers programmable logic controller (PLC) application, troubleshooting, and implementation of program control; math and data move instructions; analog I/O modules; and producing a PLC program from specification. (Pre-Requisite: 10-664-103, Automation 4: PLC)

Important: This class consists of both lecture and hands-on lab activities. You can watch the lectures on video through the NWTC Blackboard learning management system. Plan approximately 30-36 hours to complete this class. Before beginning work in this class, please meet with an instructor in the Tech Hall or Mech Hall labs during posted open lab times.

Cost: $171.30

Meeting Dates

Day / Time

Delivery

Link

04/05/23 - 05/03/23

Wed.

8:30AM - 10:20AM

In Person

Green Bay Campus

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04/06/23 - 05/04/23

Thurs.

8:30AM - 10:20AM

In Person

Green Bay Campus

Register

 

Business Field

Leadership Academy

Leadership Academy

NWTC’s Leadership Academy aims to develop the leadership skills of front-line employees and potential team leaders. Topics covered include planning, controlling, delegating, organizing, motivating, decision-making, resolving conflict, and managing a diverse workforce. Students apply lessons about group work, team roles and development, meeting facilitation, problem solving, data, evaluations, and more.

Important Notes:

  • This is a non-credit course.
  • Access to high-speed internet and Blackboard Learning Management System are required.
  • The In-Person and Online Marinette option has two locations all registrants must attend: MN115 and Online. Class dates for MN115 are 3/30, 4/13, and 4/27 (10:00 AM to 2:00 PM). Class dates for Online are scheduled 4/6, 4/20, and 5/4, but registrants can participate at any time online during those weeks.

Cost: $699.00

Meeting Dates

Day / Time

Delivery

Link

03/30/2023 - 05/04/2023

Thursdays

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

In-Person and Online
Marinette

Register

04/12/2023 – 04/28/2023

Wednesdays & Fridays

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Online Live

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Lean Six Sigma

Lean Six Sigma (10-182-114) – 1 credit

In this course, you will develop a general awareness of Lean Six Sigma: what it is, why it matters, what makes it successful.  This course provides an overview of Six Sigma concepts and language and an introduction to the Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control (DMAIC) process improvement cycle.  This course will prepare you to take the green belt six sigma certification.

Corequisite: 10-182-112, Lean Manufacturing

Cost: Online Courses $160.30, In-Person and Blended Courses $165.30.

Meeting Dates

Day/Time

Delivery

Link

04/12/23 - 05/10/23

Online

 

Online

Register - Section Full

04/12/23 - 05/10/23

Wed.

12:30PM - 3:20PM

In Person

Green Bay Campus

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04/12/23 - 05/10/23

Online

Online

Register

04/12/23 - 05/10/23

Online

Online

Register

Occupational Safety and Health

Occupational Safety & Health

NWTC’s Occupational Safety & Health micro credential focuses on workplace safety, health, and inspection. Throughout this series you will learn what workplace safety is, why it is important, and how it affects a business. Students will learn preventative measures to help create a safer work environment. Other topics covered include emergency response; workplace violence; health and wellness initiatives; drug free workplaces; routine inspections; filing reports; and workplace safety committees.

Important This is a non-credit course.

Cost: $399.00

Meeting Dates

Day/Time

Delivery

Link

04/14/2023 – 04/28/2023

Fridays

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

In Person

Green Bay Campus

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Project Management

Project Management

NWTC’s Project Management micro credential covers all aspects of managing projects, from technical and measurable aspects to personnel and other issues. Students work closely in teams, helping them develop skills to tackle complex projects and consider different viewpoints. The combination of courses helps build the skills necessary to become a project manager within a variety of industries.

Important Notes:

  • This is a non-credit course.
  • Access to high-speed internet and Microsoft Teams are required.

Cost: $399.00

Meeting Dates

Day/Time

Delivery

Link

04/04/2023 – 04/25/2023

Tuesdays

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Online

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IT Field

IT: Web: Data Base Development

IT: Web: Database Development (10-154-125) – 3 credits

This covers database uses, database terminology, analyzing information requirements, data models, database design phases, entity relationships, normalization processes, database management systems, database objects, development environments, creating tables, writing queries using SQL, and testing.

Cost: Online Courses $477.90, In-Person and Blended Courses $492.90. 

Meeting Dates

Day/Time

Delivery

Link

03/28/2023 - 05/16/2023

Tuesdays

5:30PM - 9:20PM

Blended

Green Bay Campus

Register

03/28/2023 - 05/16/2023

Tuesdays

5:30PM - 9:20PM

Online Live

Register

Contact Us

If you would like to learn more about our new micro credentials, please contact us: microcred@nwtc.edu