Law, Protective and Human Services

Program information

Law enforcement careers include probation and parole officers, corrections workers and police officers. Gain communication and tactical skills through hands-on scenario training.      

Earnings: Average wage reported by graduates within six months: $22.47/hr. 

Employers include: Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, Iowa County Sheriff’s Department, UW-Madison Police Department, Waunakee Police Department

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Fire protection technicians are essential to any community. Train and learn the newest techniques for fire control, safety, rescue and more.   

100% student satisfaction: All program graduates reported they were “very satisfied” with their fire protection education (2018)

Employers include: Mount Horeb Fire Department, Securitas, Western Lakes Fire District

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Help others who are struggling or simply need some encouragement. Learn the arts of advocacy and positive communication through internship and scenario training. 

Earnings: Average wage reported by graduates within six months: $13.83/hr.

Employers include: Hope Haven, Salvation Army, YMCA, UW Health
 

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Law offices rely on their paralegal staff (also called legal assistants) to keep records updated and intact. You will learn to conduct legal research and how to process legal documents. 

Earnings: Average wage reported by graduates within six months: $20.23/hr. (full and part time)

Employers include: US District Court, Department of Safety and Professional Services, American Family Insurance, WisPACT

Program information

Learn the art of storytelling in the digital age. Gain skills in investigative and documentary writing while you build up a portfolio of published work. 

Jobs: Many of our former students work full and part time for news media organizations.  

College transfer: Many of our credits are transferable toward a bachelor’s degree. Your employment options increase with more education.