About
Ridgewater College's Automotive Service Technician certification program at its Willmar Campus trains students to diagnose, service and repair vehicles. The program covers a wide range of topics, including engine performance, brakes, suspension and steering, electrical systems and heating and air conditioning. Students are taught to use state-of-the-art equipment and are provided hands-on experience through working on customer cars in the program's supervised shop.
Organization
Ridgewater College - Willmar Campus
Ridgewater College
Located in Willmar, MN, Ridgewater College is a higher education institution specializing in community college and vocational programs, offering personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment. The phlebotomy program, delivered in-person, emphasizes practical skills through clinical practice in healthcare settings, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities and partnerships with healthcare providers for real-world training, preparing students for immediate employment.
Highlights:
- Ranked 41st Best Community College nationally
- 94% job placement rate for career and technical students
- Agriculture Equipment Mechanic program accredited by AED Foundation
- Dean's List for academic excellence (3.5+ GPA and 9 credit enrollment)
- Two-semester phlebotomy program balancing theory and hands-on clinical practice