Journeyworkers can earn a degree customized to their interests with the Technical Studies - Journeyworker Associate of Applied Science degree at Moraine Park Technical College.
Journeyworkers from various trades—such as electricians and carpenters—who are looking to continue their education should look no further - Moraine Park has the program to fit your needs. The Technical Studies – Journeyworker program is tailored to journeyworkers’ career interests.
The Certificate of Apprenticeship/Wisconsin Journey Worker Level Certificate will grant program students 39 credits for prior learning. This is based upon completion of a Wisconsin Journey certificate that includes 400 or more hours of instruction.
Note: Financial Aid is not available for the apprenticeship credits.
Students in the Technical Studies – Journeyworker program will be able to build on their apprenticeship training by taking selected coursework during the duration of their apprenticeship. This program can help students prepare for a career change or act as a stepping stone into starting their own businesses. Journeyworkers will also expand their job opportunities by preparing for management positions.
For additional information on program curriculum, prerequisites and general education course options, please contact your advisor.
Check out the Credit Transfers page for more information.
*Enrollment may limit the campus availability or delivery of certain courses.
This associate of applied science degree is for completers of Apprenticeship programs only.
| Number | Title | Cr |
|---|---|---|
| 39 credits of advanced standing are granted for 400 hours of apprenticeship-related training. Based on 6,048 hours of on-the-job training. | 39 | |
| Institutional Requirements (3 credits) | 3 | |
| 103-159 | Computer Literacy - Microsoft Office | 1 |
| 890-101 | College 101 | 2 |
| General Education Courses (see below) | 15 | |
| Communications (select 801-136 English Composition 1 and one additional Communication course) | 6 | |
| 801-136 | English Composition 1 (and) | 3 |
| 801-1XX | Other associate-level Communication Course | 3 |
| Mathematics or Science (minimum 3-credit course) | 3 | |
| 804-1XX | Associate-level Mathematics Course (or) | 3-4 |
| 806-1XX | Associate-level Science Course | 3-4 |
| Social Science (minimum 3-credit course) | 3 | |
| 809-1XX | Associate-level Social Science course | 3 |
| Behavioral Science (minimum 3-credit course) | 3 | |
| 809-1XX | Associate-level Behavioral Science course | 3 |
| The remaining six Technical Studies or General Education credits to be determined with academic advisor. | 6 | |
| Total Program Credits and Institutional Requirements | 63 | |
Note: A minimum of 25 percent of total program requirements must be earned at the technical college from which you will receive your degree. | ||
