Trade skills like those of a plumbing technician are essential to meeting both residential and commercial industry needs. Learn the skills and gain the confidence that can launch a satisfying and appreciated career. Property owners know — a good plumber can really save the day! Ridgewater College is helping fill the need by training the next generation. TOPICS:: • Meet faculty during a program overview • Discover the rewards of a plumbing career • Tour campus • Meet Admissions staff and learn about the admissions process Reserve a spot: ridgewater.edu/plumbing•...

Explore Rewarding Education Careers Do you have a passion for young minds and a desire to impact the future? High-demand, high-satisfaction careers are waiting for YOU! Learn about new and expanded education options. Many students choose Ridgewater for our educational excellence, online flexibility and program scholarships. Available in Hutchinson, Willmar, Online and/or Blended Online • Early Childhood Education Certificate • Early Childhood Education Transfer Pathway AS Degree • Early Childhood Special Education Certificate • Education Foundations Certificate • Elementary Education Foundations Transfer Pathway AS Degree • Special Education Transfer Pathway...

Prepare to Protect, Serve and Investigate Do you feel a call to help, work for justice, and be proud of what you do? Explore the many opportunities in the field of criminal justice and service as a peace officer. Build your educational foundation or prepare to enter the workforce in just two years. • Program overview and options • Meet faculty • Intro to delivery formats/technologies • Admissions and financial aid processes • Q & A time Program Options • Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway • Peace Officer • Peace Officer/Public...

Prepare to Protect, Serve and Investigate Do you feel a call to help, work for justice, and be proud of what you do? Explore the many opportunities in the field of criminal justice and service as a peace officer. Build your educational foundation or prepare to enter the workforce in just two years. • Program overview and options • Meet faculty • Intro to delivery formats/technologies • Admissions and financial aid processes • Q & A time Program Options • Criminal Justice Transfer Pathway • Peace Officer • Peace Officer/Public...

Explore Hands-On Massage Therapy Massage Therapy is the ultimate of hands-on professions. Enjoy a rewarding career in any of a variety of settings in this expanding wellness field. Flexible program with day and evening options. TOPICS • Meet faculty during program overview and exploration • Understand the benefits of our onsite Student Massage Center • Discover the expanded options, now on both campuses • Learn why our program has 100% job placement • Visit with current students and learn about their experiences • Meet Admissions staff and learn about the...

Emergency Medical Technicians Save Lives Responding to 9-1-1 calls takes calm decision-making skills, a passion to help, and confident knowledge to address medical emergencies. Be among the best-trained emergency medical personnel on the scene by choosing the Ridgewater College Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program. Explore whether this program is right for you by attending a virtual info session. TOPICS • Meet faculty during a program overview • Hear details about the program schedule and delivery format • Learn about engaging, high-tech simulations and flexible clinical sites • Learn about admissions,...

Train for In-demand, Life-saving Paramedic Careers Saving lives is an incredibly satisfying calling. When accidents happen, you want the best-trained emergency medical personnel on the scene. Explore whether this program might be right for you by attending a virtual info session. TOPICS • Meet faculty during a program overview • Hear details about the program schedule and hybrid delivery format • Learn about engaging, high-tech simulations and flexible clinical sites • Learn about admissions, student support and scholarships for current Emergency Medical Technician (EMTs) license holders • Explore the benefits...

Explore Your Future is an in-person career exploration event open to current 10th graders and community businesses. Schools will bring students to campus for a no-pressure, interactive event that allows students to visit activities that interest them at their own pace. You won’t find any presentations or lectures here! This event specializes in fun, hands-on activities that introduce students to careers and majors in areas like health care, manufacturing, agriculture, education, welding, business, and so much more! Community businesses are also invited to table at this event, providing a hands-on...