Public Service

Public Service Degrees

If your calling in life is serving the greater good, public services might be the perfect path for you. From helping youth as an early childhood specialist to protecting our communities as a law enforcement officer, public service degrees at a South Dakota technical college have you set up for an impactful career.

Eligible Programs

Pick your program, then apply to get it paid for.

Lake Area Technical College

  • Law Enforcement – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Human Services Technician: Child Development Option – 1-Year Program, Diploma OR 2-Year Program, AAS Degree

Mitchell Technical College

  • Entrepreneurship – 1-Year Program, Diploma OR 2-Year Program, AAS Degree

Southeast Technical College

  • Early Childhood Specialist – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Law Enforcement Science – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree

Western Dakota Technical College

  • Law Enforcement Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree

 

 

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Additional Programs

Advanced Manufacturing

Precision machinists may work in the computer, automotive, agriculture or other industries—including manufacturing plants, machine shops and inspection organizations.

Agriculture

A degree in agriculture can take you just about anywhere in the industry. You can work inside or outside doing anything from teaching and research to working with animals.

Automotive

For people who enjoy cars, working with their hands and solving problems, a career as an automotive technician can really drive your future.

Building Trades / Construction

A degree or certification in the construction trades can lead to employment as a construction manager, cost estimator or building inspector.

Energy Technicians

Careers waiting for you include renewable energy technician, wind turbine installer, solar electricity system installer and more.

Engineering Technicians

Engineering technicians can work in several specialized areas, including electrical and electronics engineering or civil engineering.

Healthcare

Technical colleges offer a variety of healthcare programs including Nursing, Paramedics, and Radiology Technicians.

Information Technology

Focus on utilizing technology to help businesses run as efficiently as possible.

Welding

Welders specialize in fabricating products by joining together materials like steel, brass and aluminum. Welding skills can be applied to manufacturing, construction, creative arts and more.

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