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Lake Area Technical College

Watertown, South Dakota 57201-0730
Public38 Programs Offered
$6,718
In-State Tuition/yr
1,710
Total Students
64%
Completion Rate
$45,473
Median Earnings/yr

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About This School
Lake Area Technical College campus in Watertown, SD

Location

Watertown, South Dakota

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,718/year

Institution Type

Public

OPE ID

005309

Quick Facts
Programs Offered:38
Enrollment:1,710
Completion:64%
Programs Offered (38)

1

"Practical Nursing

CIP Code: 5139
Median Earnings
$70/yr

"Human Services

CIP Code: 4400
Median Earnings
$30/yr

2

"Human Services

CIP Code: 4400
Median Earnings
$22/yr

Associate's Degree

Finance and Financial Management Services.

CIP Code: 5208
Median Earnings
$40,070/yr

Computer Science.

CIP Code: 1107

Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians.

CIP Code: 1504Online Available
Median Earnings
$60,085/yr

Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations.

CIP Code: 5207

Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.

CIP Code: 5106Online Available

Natural Resources Conservation and Research.

CIP Code: 0301Online Available

Marketing.

CIP Code: 5214
Median Earnings
$32,043/yr

Ground Transportation.

CIP Code: 4902Online Available

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.

CIP Code: 4706Online Available
Median Earnings
$47,080/yr

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.

CIP Code: 5110Online Available
Median Earnings
$47,512/yr

Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians.

CIP Code: 1506Online Available

Agricultural Business and Management.

CIP Code: 0101Online Available
Median Earnings
$41,340/yr

Air Transportation.

CIP Code: 4901Online Available

Construction Engineering Technologies.

CIP Code: 1510Online Available
Median Earnings
$75,253/yr

Precision Metal Working.

CIP Code: 4805Online Available
Median Earnings
$43,436/yr

Criminal Justice and Corrections.

CIP Code: 4301Online Available
Median Earnings
$41,230/yr

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.

CIP Code: 5108Online Available
Median Earnings
$35,932/yr

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

CIP Code: 5115Online Available

Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians.

CIP Code: 1503Online Available

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma

Finance and Financial Management Services.

CIP Code: 5208

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies.

CIP Code: 4706Online Available

Marketing.

CIP Code: 5214

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.

CIP Code: 5115Online Available

Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.

CIP Code: 5106Online Available
Median Earnings
$36,631/yr

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.

CIP Code: 5108

Precision Metal Working.

CIP Code: 4805Online Available

Agricultural Business and Management.

CIP Code: 0101

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.

CIP Code: 1204Online Available
Median Earnings
$20,420/yr

Computer Science.

CIP Code: 1107

Natural Resources Conservation and Research.

CIP Code: 0301Online Available

Ground Transportation.

CIP Code: 4902Online Available

and Treatment Professions."

"Allied Health Diagnostic

CIP Code: 5109Online Available
Median Earnings
$14/yr

"Allied Health Diagnostic

CIP Code: 5109
Median Earnings
$9/yr

Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing."

"Registered Nursing

CIP Code: 5138
Median Earnings
$22/yr

and Inspection."

"Building/Construction Finishing

CIP Code: 4604
Median Earnings
$23/yr
State Licensing Requirements
Professional licensing requirements for SD

electrician License

License Required
Visit Licensing Board

Electrical Contractor

Electrician, Journeyman

Electrical Inspector

Apprentice Electrician

Class B Electrician

Maintenance Electrician

Licensing Board: Utah State Tax Commission

medical assistant License

License Required
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Medical Assistant

Licensing Board: South Dakota Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners

cosmetology License

License Required
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Barber

Cosmetologist Instructor

Cosmetologist

Licensing Board: Department of Commerce and Insurance

dental assistant License

License Required
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Advanced Dental Assistant

Licensing Board: Department of Commerce and Insurance

Apprenticeship Alternatives
Earn while you learn - these registered apprenticeships in SD offer paid training instead of tuition

Walgreens

Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeshipmedical assistant

💰 Earn While You Learn

No tuition
RAPID CITY, SD

**Job Description:** Our pharmacy technician positions have undergone an exciting transformation, moving from a transaction-based environment to a much more patient-centric one. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Apprentice, you'll be front and center - interacting with our customers and developing strong patient relationships. Pharmacy is the core of our business, and our pharmacy technicians enjoy all the tools and support - including the latest technology - to grow their careers and reach their goals. Walgreens is proud to invest & champion an "earn while you learn" Pharmacy Technician Training Program recognized by ASHP & Department of Labor. This apprenticeship program gives you an entry point to a career in health care by guiding you in taking steps towards becoming a Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Certified Pharmacy Technician and helping you maintain the high level of skill required in the pharmacy care industry. Arming you with a nationally recognized, portable credential that will help you advance your career. Whether you are new to working in pharmacies or are an experienced Pharmacy Technician Apply Now! Walgreens will train you to use your skills and talents to serve and care for our patients and customers. The courses, learning activities, and resources provided to you in our pharmacy technician training program are designed to give you foundational and advanced knowledge, skills, and on-the-job experiences you need to prepare to become a certified pharmacy technician. + In accordance with state and federal regulations, assists the pharmacist, under direct supervision, in the practice of pharmacy. Assists the pharmacist in the performance of other Pharmacy Department duties in accordance with Company policies and procedures. + Responsible for using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions. If PTCB certified, assists with and coaches pharmacy technicians in the operation of pharmacy systems and cashiers in the operation of the pharmacy cash registers. + Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience. **Customer Experience** + Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience. + Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.). + Develops strong relationships with most valuable customers. **Operations** + Under the supervision by the pharmacist, assist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and company policy. Reviews and complies with the Walgreen Co. Pharmacy Code of Conduct. + Performs duties as assigned by Pharmacy Manager, Staff Pharmacist and Store Manager including utilizing pharmacy systems to enter patient and drug information, ensuring information is entered correctly, filling prescriptions by retrieving, counting and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, verifying medicine is correct, and checking for possible interactions. Assists pharmacists in scheduling and maintaining work flow. + Reports, immediately, prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adheres to Company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and the Quality Improvement Program. + Strictly adheres to the Walgreen Co. policy regarding Good Faith Dispensing during all applicable prescription dispensing activities. + Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, collects and handles cash as required. Takes customer to OTC aisle when possible to assist in locating products. + Handles telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist, including those to physicians. + Processes (corrects and resubmits) manual claims for third party program prescription services in a timely and efficient manner, and performs other clerical duties, as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager. + Assists and supports Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities, such as, ordering, unpacking, checking and storing shipment of pharmaceuticals. Maintains knowledge of Company asset protection techniques, and files claims for warehouse overages (merchandise received, but not billed), shortages (merchandise billed, but not received), order errors or damaged goods involving Rx drugs. + May assist pharmacist in administering clinical services including the collection and proper labeling of blood/urine samples from patients and other clinical services as required; assists pharmacy staff in coordination of clinical services, Walgreens healthcare clinics and external providers. + Assists Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist in developing and maintaining good relationships with the local medical community, including physicians, nurses, and other health care providers, by medical provider detailing and outreach to health groups, retirement homes, nursing homes, and other forums for enhancing growth opportunities. + Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring the Pharmacy Department is stocked with adequate supplies, clean, neat and orderly in condition and appearance. + Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers. + Completes special assignments and other tasks as assigned. **Training & Personal Development** + Earns and maintains PTCB certification through the designated PTCB training program and/or state required certification/registration. Otherwise, earns PTCB certification as condition of promotion to senior technician. + Attends training requested by Manager and acquires continuing education credits. Maintains knowledge and skill in healthcare and pharmacy, including latest news and developments. **Job ID:** 1703157BR **Title:** Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship **Company Indicator:** Walgreens **Employment Type:** Full-time **Job Function:** Retail **Full Store Address:** 540 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD,RAPID CITY,SD,57702 **Full District Office Address:** 540 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD,RAPID CITY,SD,57702-02535-05643-S **External Basic Qualifications:** + Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico) + Requires willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment. + Prefer to have prior work experience with Walgreens. + Prefer good math skills so they can fill prescriptions accurately, including counting, measuring and weighing medications. + Prefer good computer skills. + Prefer the knowledge of store inventory control. + Prefer PTCB certification. We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits . If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits **Shift:** **Store:** 05643-RAPID CITY SD **Pay Type:** Hourly **Start Rate:** 16.5 **Max Rate:** 20

Benefits:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Disability Insurance

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma/GED

Goodwin Tucker

Service Technician Apprentice (Paid Training Provided)automotive

💰 Earn While You Learn

Starting: $20.00/hr
Journey: $25.00/hr
No tuition
Sioux Falls, SD

Service Technician Apprentice (Paid Training Provided) Goodwin Tucker Service Technician Apprentice (Paid Training Provided) Description: Are you the person everyone calls when something stops working? Do you love tools, mechanics, and figuring out how things work? Ready to turn that talent into a real long-term skilled trade career? Goodwin Tucker is hiring mechanically minded individuals for a full-time Service Technician Apprentice role with paid technical training included. This opportunity is ideal for: ✔ HVAC or Refrigeration trade school graduates ✔ Mechanical, automotive, or electrical hobbyists ✔ Apprentice-level technicians wanting career advancement ✔ Anyone with strong hands-on, mechanical aptitude If you can't stand sitting behind a desk all day — this may be the perfect career for you. Pay & Advancement: Starting Pay (Apprentice Rate): $20-$22/HR Guaranteed Pay Increase After Completing Training: $25/HR Paid 40 hours per week throughout training Long-term career path with growth, certifications, and increased earning potential Who We're Looking For: We are looking for individuals who are hands-on, mechanically inclined, curious, and dependable . You may be a great fit if you have any of the following: ✔ Experience working with hand tools or mechanical repairs ✔ Background in HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, or automotive work ✔ Trade school education ✔ Strong troubleshooting instincts ✔ Ability to learn technical systems quickly This is NOT a good fit for candidates who dislike mechanical work, tools, or hands-on problem-solving. Requirements: Must successfully complete a background check & drug screening Must be able to attend and complete the training program- a 7 week long ALL PAID training at our corporate headquarters in Minnesota. ASK RECRUITER FOR MORE DETAILS. Valid driver's license required Launch Your Career at Goodwin Tucker If you have mechanical ability and the motivation to grow, Goodwin Tucker will invest in your success. Bring your aptitude — we'll provide the training, the tools, and the path to a long-term skilled trade career.

Requirements:

  • Valid Driver's License
  • Must pass background check

Why Consider an Apprenticeship?

  • • Zero tuition - you get paid to learn
  • • Hands-on training with experienced professionals
  • • Often includes health benefits and retirement
  • • High job placement rates upon completion

Data Sources: All school, program, and outcomes data is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Licensing requirements are sourced from state licensing boards. Apprenticeship data is from the U.S. Department of Labor.

Last updated: December 2025. Data is updated regularly to ensure accuracy. Learn about our methodology

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