Lake Area Technical College

This document from Lake Area Tech details a two-year academic curriculum for an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Livestock Production and Management, outlining specific courses, credits, and semester schedules for the 2026-2027 academic years.

The strategic plan, titled "Evolve 2025," serves as a roadmap for the Higher Learning Commission, focusing on five core pillars: Equity, Vision, Outcomes, Leadership, Value, and Engagement. Key initiatives include promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion through updated operational principles and advocacy for broadband access; gathering stakeholder input to shape the future vision of higher education; emphasizing student outcomes through graduation studies and differential accreditation; fostering leadership development; enhancing member value with improved data systems like "Canopy"; and strengthening external engagement with government and through civic learning initiatives and student guidance resources.

This document outlines a vision to establish an educational community of care that respects all individuals and fosters holistic learning. Key strategic areas include providing accessible, confidence-building environments for students, prioritizing academic integration, innovative programs, and student-centered services. The plan emphasizes continuous adaptation through instructional and technological innovation, leading with excellence, and forming partnerships to bridge education and career pathways. The overarching goal is to shape future leaders and innovators, meet societal demands, and empower individuals to achieve their aspirations by redefining possibilities through innovation.

The document presents student achievement outcome data for the Registered Nursing Program at Lake Area Tech. It focuses on two key program outcomes: success on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and program completion rates. The goal is to maintain an annual licensure examination pass rate of at least 80% for first-time test-takers and a program completion rate of 60% within twelve months.

The Lake Area Technical College Apprenticeship Program Strategic Plan focuses on building a sustainable, skilled workforce through industry-driven training. The plan emphasizes four key strategies: inclusivity and engagement (ensuring equitable access and opportunity for all), quality and innovation (maximizing student success through data-informed decisions and excellence in teaching and learning), access and success (increasing the program's reach and sustainability through sound financial practices and strategic partnerships), and responsiveness and accountability (using data to improve student outcomes and support services). The plan aims to increase the number of apprentices annually, expand employer participation, support the development of new apprenticeship programs, create a robust pre-apprenticeship program, expand program offerings to meet regional needs, and actively promote the program. The program will utilize dual credits, prior learning, credit-bearing courses, industry certifications, and nationally recognized certificates to create mastery in apprentice skills.