New Richmond & Balsam Lake Express Admissions Day
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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Whether you’re just considering college, ready to apply, or need to complete your admissions requirements, the Express Admissions event is designed to meet you at whatever stage you’re at. Learn about admissions, financial aid and scholarships. Explore 100+ programs and apply to Northwood Tech for FREE! Or register for classes and take a campus tour. Northwood Tech is here to help you every step of the way in your educational journey.
New Richmond Campus
1019 S. Knowles Ave.
New Richmond, WI
Balsam Lake Outreach Center
400 Polk County Plaza
Balsam Lake, WI
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Transfer Fair
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March 28, 2023 | Virtual Event
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Discover where a degree from Northwood Tech could take you!
At Northwood Tech, we believe learning is a lifelong journey, so we want to make continuing your education after Northwood Tech as easy and seamless as possible.
Northwood Tech provides over 60 transfer agreements for students. The virtual Transfer Fair event will provide an opportunity for students to learn about our university partners and the possibilities available after graduating from Northwood Tech.
Over 20 Universities in Attendance!
Meet with university representatives to find the right fit for you after Northwood Tech.
UW-Stout
UW-Superior
UW-Eau Claire
UW-River Falls
Northland College
Franklin University
Lakeland University
University of Minnesota-Duluth
Concordia University Wisconsin
Bellevue University
UW-Whitewater
Marian University
Marquette University
UW-Stevens Point
Viterbo University
UW-Green Bay
Herzing University
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Purdue University Northwest
Grand Canyon University
University of Minnesota - Crookston
UW-Madison
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Northern Michigan University
UW-Platteville
UW-Oshkosh
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Celebration of Innovation - POSTPONED
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Resilience is inspiring.
Through community engagement and forward thinking, the College has evolved to better serve you.
This event has been postponed.
Date & Time: To be determined.
Northwood Technical College is throwing a big celebration, and you and the family are invited! Stop by a campus near you for the College's community celebration of 100+ years of innovation. There will be plenty of activities for adults and kids alike, including games, food and refreshments, giveaways, door prizes and more. Plus, you can tour the College's state-of-the-art facilities, meet staff and instructors and more.
View below for more information on campus-specific details.
Ashland Campus
The Ashland campus is celebrating its 100th anniversary!
- Music
- Photo Booth
- Balloon Artist
- Face Painting
- Food Trucks
- Refreshments
- Official Northwood Technical College Shirts, Giveaways and Prizes
- Historical Displays
- Door Prizes
New Richmond Campus
- Information coming soon
Rice Lake Campus
- Free Food & Refreshments
- Family Games and Activities
- Ribbon Cutting
- Official Northwood Technical College Shirts, Giveaways and Prizes
- Door Prizes
Superior Campus
- Yard Games
- Face Painting
- Spray Paint Art
- Food Trucks & Refreshments
- UpDawg
- Minnesota Marshmallow
- Joe Cosmos
- Root "Bear" Floats
- Official Northwood Technical College Shirts, Giveaways and Prizes
- Door Prizes
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Overhead/Underground Utility Installer Technician Apprenticeship Program Overview
Continuing Education
Telecommunication Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program (TIRAP) Overview for Overhead Utility Installer Technician & Underground Utility Installer Technician Apprenticeship
Course Overview: This is the program overview information for the Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program (TIRAP). Prior to enrolling in any courses related to this program, please review the information, documents and videos below (Steps 1-3), then complete the survey in Step 4. Once complete, you can request registration details for the first course by emailing dan.schullo@northwoodtech.edu.
Spring 2024 Course Schedule
Registration Form
If the employer desires to receive progress reports from Northwood Tech regarding their employee, the employee must sign the registration form.
- Step 1: Apprenticeship Description
- Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a nationally-recognized, portable credential. Employers can choose to register their programs with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to show prospective job seekers that their apprenticeship program meets national quality standards.
- Apprenticeship Fact Sheet
- TIRAP Apprenticeship Flyer
- Apprenticeship is an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce, and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a nationally-recognized, portable credential. Employers can choose to register their programs with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to show prospective job seekers that their apprenticeship program meets national quality standards.
- Step 2: Apprenticeship Video
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Nathan Williamson shares concise insights on the changing workforce landscape and ideas to advance opportunity using apprenticeships.
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PowerTalk: Insights from the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship (video)
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- Step 3: Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program
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TIRAP is an acronym for the Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program. It is a common misconception that TIRAP is a stand-alone entity when in fact WIA is the National Sponsor and administrator of the program. A key stakeholder group is the TIRAP Advisory Board. These industry leaders provide support through insight into industry trends, occupational demand, subject matter expertise and facilitate communication to additional industry partners regarding the value of apprenticeship as a workforce development strategy. A Registered Apprenticeship program is a documented plan designed to move an apprentice from a low or no skill entry level position to full occupational proficiency. This systematic training approach provides consistency in training and competency across the industry, which in turn will improve safety, quality, and efficiency. Upon completion of the program, an apprentice earns a Completion of Registered Apprenticeship certificate, a nationally recognized credential.
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- Step 4: Apprenticeship Program Overview Survey
Contact Us
- For general program information or to request registration details, contact dan.schullo@northwoodtech.edu
- To submit registration forms or questions related to registration process, contact ashley.smith@northwoodtech.edu
- Email paul.kostner@northwoodtech.edu with specific questions about the course/curriculum
Continuing Education
Maintenance PLC Training
Continuing Education
Maintenance PLC Training
Date: July 8, 15, 22 & 29 | Thursdays, 8:00a.m. - 2:30p.m.
Location: Northwood Tech - New Richmond | Room 1213
Course Number: 41771
Instructor: Jon Haglin
Cost: $275
This 24-hour course explains how a PLC can be used to replace relay logic circuits. The functional components of a PLC are identified including the processor, I/O and control terminal. Learn how to interface and control various sensors and actuators, develop and troubleshoot ladder logic, and control programs that utilize relay, timer, and counter instructions.
Continuing Education
Cool Creator Robotics
Continuing Education
Cool Creator Robotics
Date: June 12 - 15, 2023 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Course: 41084
Location: Northwood Tech - Rice Lake
Fee: $69
Create an out-of-this-world Lego robot! Develop science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) skills by building and programming a robot to work in outer space. This program offers an excellent opportunity to understand and practice teamwork while learning about the universe.
For students who have completed grades 4-6.
Registration
To register, contact:
Sara Dobberschutz
Phone: 715.319.7300
Mobile: 218.390.1790
Email: sara.dobberschutz@northwoodtech.edu
Continuing Education
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