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Western Dakota Technical Institute

Western Dakota Technical Institute is a public institution of higher learning where students acquire the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary for successful employment.Western Dakota Tech is the only technical institute that serves the western South Dakota region. WDT offers more than 20 programs in a variety of fields, including Business, Construction Trades, Health Services, Human Services, and Manufacturing and Mechanical Trades. More than 95 percent of WDT graduates are placed in careers within six months of graduation, and more than 88 percent live and work in South Dakota. WDT offers Associate of Applied Science degrees and diplomas.

WDT faculty, staff, and administration focus their efforts on helping students gain the skills and experiences they need to succeed. Through hands-on learning, internships, and industry partnerships, WDT students graduate ready to make a real and immediate contribution to their employers and to their communities.

Accounting; Agriculture Resources Technology; Equine Management; Business Management and Marketing; Computer Networking Specialist; Carpentry; Computer-Aided Drafting; Electronics and Computer Technician; Industrial Electronics; Disability and Human Services; Health Unit Coordinator; Medical Administrative Services; Medical Transcription; Pharmacy Technician; Phlebotomy/Laboratory Assistant; Practical Nursing; Surgical Technology; Fire Science; Law Enforcement Technology; Paralegal; Public Safety Telecommunications Operator; Automotive Technology; Collision Repair Technology; Welding Manufacturing

College Contact
Address: 
800 Mickelson Dr, Rapid City, South Dakota 57703-4018
Phone: 
(605) 394-4034
WebSite: 
Western Dakota Technical Institute
College Education
College Type: 
2 Year
Financial Status: 
Public
Degrees Offered: 
One but less than two years certificate
Degrees Offered: 
Associate's degree
Degrees Offered: 
Two but less than 4 years certificate
Other Information
Special Learning: 
Distance learning opportunities
College Services: 
Remedial services
College Services: 
Academic/career counseling service
College Services: 
Employment services for students
College Services: 
Placement services for completers
College Services: 
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted: 
Dual credit
Credit Accepted: 
Credit for life experiences
Carnegie Classification: 
Associate's--Public Rural-serving Small
Religious Affiliation: 
Not applicable
Financial Aid: 
Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
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