Posts for May 2023

Apply Now for Aug. 30 Class A Day Course; Night/Weekend Course Full

Seven students recently graduated from Western Dakota Technical College's (WDTC) Class A Professional Truck Driving Program. These graduates will help fill the high and projected increasing need for truck drivers.

Rapid City Mayor Steve Allender is 55th Commencement Speaker

Western Dakota Technical College is hosting several celebrations this week to honor about 435 graduates - one of the largest classes in college history. Events include the college's 55th Commencement Ceremony, a Native American Honoring Ceremony, a Law Enforcement Pinning Ceremony, and a Nurse Pinning Ceremony.

Noting it “meets the strict industry standards,” the Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) Diesel Technology program was recently informed it has received Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Program Accreditation.

“We compliment you for attaining the level of excellence recognized by the ASE Education Foundation. Both the educational and automotive communities should be proud of your commitment to a quality [medium/heavy duty truck technician] training program” said Michael Coley, President of the ASE Education Foundation.

Summer Semester can be a great time to complete college-required general education courses at a faster pace.

Microcomputer Software Applications, Composition, Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, General Psychology, and Introduction to Sociology are examples of Summer Semester Courses offered at Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC). Classes are offered on campus and online.