Your Career Starts Here

At South Central College, you’ll build practical, in-demand skills that can help you start your career sooner. Choose from short-term certificates and two-year degrees to find a path that fits your goals and timeline.

You’ll learn by doing in labs, shops, classrooms, and clinical settings. You’ll train with industry-standard tools and learn from instructors who bring real-world experience into the classroom.

Because SCC programs are shaped by current workforce needs, you’ll graduate prepared to enter the job market, advance in your field, or continue your education.

SCC student in welding gear working in a lab setting
Applied learning in real-world environments helps students build job-ready skills.

Why Choose A Career Program

Hands-on learning

Practice with the tools and environments used in the field.

Industry-aligned curriculum

Programs reflect current employer needs and expectations.

Clear paths to employment

Train for careers with strong regional demand.

Credentials that support advancement

Build skills that can grow with your career goals.

Explore Career-Ready Program Areas

Learn about your options for careers, program length, required courses, and next steps.

Agriculture

Farming, ag business, equipment, diesel, and sustainable production.

Arts and Information Technology

Computer networking, programming, and digital design.

Building and Design

Drafting, construction, HVAC, civil systems, and mapping technology.

Business

Accounting, management, marketing, office administration, and culinary arts.

Health Sciences

Nursing, patient care, labs, emergency services, and clinical support.

Human Services and Education

Early childhood education, family services, and social work.

Manufacturing

Welding, machining, automation, and manufacturing systems.

Transportation

Automotive repair and service.

Apply and get started

Stop by Campus

Explore your opportunities. Plan your visit to our North Mankato or Faribault campus today.

  • Meet with an admissions advisor
  • Discuss academic programs
  • Tour campus
  • Learn about student life
  • Discuss college costs, financial aid, and scholarships

Addresses, hours, directions, and maps are all linked at the bottom of this page.

Photo of five staff members who make up the SCC Admissions team.

Talk with the Admissions team

Call 507-389-7220 and select Option 1 for quick assistance or email admissions@southcentral.edu with general questions.

Disability Accommodations — Individuals with a disability who need reasonable accommodation should contact the Academic Support Center at 507-389-7222 or ds@southcentral.edu. Contact should be made after you have signed up and at least seven days before the visit.