Gain employability skills, build your resume, or start a new career today!
Put your career on the fast track to success with one of our in-demand career programs. Each Fast Track program results in valuable, industry-specific certification designed to meet local employers’ requirements.
Fast Track students gain exclusive access to Michigan Learning & Education Advancement Program (MiLEAP) grants, which cover partial or full course tuition. Additional financial support is available through the NCMC Foundation.
You'll also be connected with local instructors who have virtual office hours, and when you finish your program, we'll assist you with job placement.
Stand out from the competition. Start today and quickly get on your way with North
Central’s Fast Track career programs!
CNC Operator
- 80 hours of online courses
- 35 hours of in-person, hands-on training
- CNC Operator certification
The online CNC Operator course provides students with the knowledge and skills to prove competency and quickly begin a new career as a CNC operator. Gain an intensive overview of the skills necessary to oversee the daily functions of manufacturing machinery, from performing diagnostic tests to programming, monitoring and inspecting machines. Begin this on-demand program as soon as you’re ready!
Questions? I can help!
Christy Lyons
Dean of Corporate and Community Education
clyons1@ncmich.edu
231-348-6822
Medical Assistant Bundle
- 20-week, online program resulting in three certifications: Clinical Medical Assistant, EKG Technician and Phlebotomy Technician
- Three days of in-person skills testing
- 80-hour externship
Medical assistants are multiskilled allied healthcare professionals who specialize in procedures commonly performed in a healthcare setting. They perform clinical and administrative duties to assist physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
Clinical Dental Assistant
This 9-week program includes:
- 64 hours of in-person training
- Interactive sessions and hands-on training
- 40 hour externship at a local dental office
Dental Assistants are an important part of the dental team delivering oral health care to patients. This course will provide a comprehensive overview of all aspects of dental assisting from clerical to clinical, giving students the basic skills to build upon for a successful dental career.
Certified Nurse Aide
This 2-week program includes:
- 75 hours of in-person training
- Textbook and workbook
- Interactive sessions and hands-on training
- Assistance with grant opportunities to cover tuition
- Access to communication with qualified instructors
- Exam preparation
- Assistance with job placement
In partnership with Bay Bluffs.
