Lansing Community College (LCC) Education Programs: An Overview

Lansing Community College (LCC) offers a wide array of educational programs designed to cater to diverse student needs and career aspirations. These programs range from associate degrees and certificates to a bachelor's degree, providing pathways for students with intellectual disabilities, those seeking career and technical skills, and individuals aspiring to become teachers. LCC is an open enrollment college serving all those who are excited to learn. The occupations listed below may require education beyond an Associate Degree. granted by LCC, and are no guarantee of employment. General education requirements may differ from one institution to another.

Degree and Certificate Programs at LCC

LCC's academic structure includes various types of programs, each with specific requirements:

Associate of Arts (AAT) / Associate of Science (AST) Requirements: Many programs at LCC adhere to these foundational requirements, providing a broad educational base. These programs follow the Associate of Arts (AAT) / Associate of Science (AST) Requirements unless otherwise specified.
Associate of Science (AS) Requirements: AS programs follow the Associate of Science (AS) Requirements unless otherwise specified, emphasizing scientific and technical fields.
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Requirements: AAS programs follow the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Requirements unless otherwise specified, focusing on practical skills and direct entry into the workforce.
Certificate of Completion Requirements: All certificate programs follow the Certificate of Completion Requirements unless otherwise specified, offering focused training in specific areas.
Career Pathway Certificate of Completion Requirements: All CPCs follow the Career Pathway Certificate of Completion Requirements unless otherwise specified, providing a structured route to career advancement.

Cultivate at LCC: Inclusive Higher Education for Students with Intellectual Disabilities

Cultivate at LCC is an inclusive higher education program option for students with intellectual disabilities to equally take part in academic, social, and career experiences on campus and in the surrounding community. This program is designed to provide an inclusive higher education experience for students with intellectual disabilities, enabling them to participate fully in academic, social, and career opportunities both on campus and in the broader community. Students enrolled in Cultivate can explore an academic pathway leading to a Comprehensive Higher Education Certificate upon program completion. This initiative empowers students to engage fully in college life, forge meaningful connections, and achieve their academic and personal goals in a supportive and equitable environment. This Certificate program will be highly individualized based on the student’s interest and long-term career plans.

Key Features of Cultivate at LCC:

Person-centered planning: Tailoring educational paths to individual student needs and goals.
Personalized academic advising: Providing guidance and support to ensure academic success.
Peer mentoring: Fostering connections and support networks among students.
Supported campus engagement: Encouraging participation in campus activities and events.
Career exploration and preparation: Assisting students in identifying and pursuing career interests.
Internship/employment opportunities: Providing practical work experience to enhance employability.
Community partnerships: Connecting students with resources and opportunities in the wider community.

Cultivate at LCC Student Learning Outcomes:

Students will be able to do the following upon completion of the program.

Collaboration and Communication: Students will collaborate effectively with others and engage in varying levels of interpersonal communication.
Self-Determination and Self-Advocacy: Students will reveal self-determination and self-advocacy skills.
Independent Living Skills: Students will foster key life skills-such as money management, transportation, and cleaning-with greater independence, for success in academics and daily life.
Networking: Students will connect with peers, faculty, and professionals, building a network that can support future endeavors.
Career Goal Identification: Students will identify and pursue attainable career goals.
Occupational Skills: Students will exhibit transferable and marketable occupational/job attainment skills.

Eligibility and Admission Criteria:

To be eligible for the Cultivate program, applicants must meet the following criteria:

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Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a documented Intellectual Disability.
Have completed high school, GED, or certificate of completion.
Have functional reading, writing, and communication skills.
Demonstrate a desire and motivation to pursue education, employment, and life experiences through post-secondary education.
Agree to actively participate in activities related to academic, social, employment and independent skill development.
Navigate a college campus with independence.
Be able to attend to personal care needs.
Exhibit no behaviors or emotional issues that will impact school performance, safety, positive classroom environment or that violates the LCC Student Code of Conduct.

Required Documentation:

Applicants must provide the following documentation:

Complete and submit the Cultivate Student Application.
Submit high school transcript.
Submit most recent IEP/Junior year IEP.
Provide letter of recommendation from educator.
Provide letter of recommendation from community or family member.

Program Requirements:

The Cultivate program includes required courses and major courses tailored to the individual student's vocational outcomes.

Required Courses (17 credits)
- AAA 1001 - College 101: The Student Experience (1 credit)
- CIS 1010 - Introduction to the PC (1 credit)
- AAA 1009 - Advanced Academic Achievement (3 credits)
- ENG 1015 - Technical English and Communication (3 credits)
- COM 1250 - Interpersonal Communication (3 credits)
- BUS 1016 - Personal Finance (3 credits)
- MAR 1006 - Marketing Your Image (3 credits)
Major Courses (18 credit hours)
- Upon acceptance into the Cultivate at LCC program, students will meet with a Cultivate advisor to determine an appropriate individualized academic plan in alignment with the student’s vocational outcomes.

Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Management

In 2019, a law was passed that would allow community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees. LCC accepted the challenge and will start offering a Bachelor’s of Applied Science in Business Management in the fall. Students will be able to complete the program in seven terms, learning the business and management skills necessary to take their careers to the next level. Oregonians should be able to earn a bachelor’s degree without having to borrow substantial amounts of money, interrupt a career, or rely on someone else to support their family. By providing this new track, LCC is fulfilling this long-unmet promise.

Lane Community College’s new bachelor’s degree finishes an experiential learning track from middle school to a four-year degree. Now, students who take the practical learning track may work their way into management and supervisory jobs that require education beyond a two-year degree, without having to stop working to get there. LCC’s program does so at half the cost of transferring to a four-year institution. In turn, this helps resolve many of the workforce problems that drive housing and healthcare deficits in Oregon. This program helps remediate the narrowing of educational options driven by underinvestment in education. Measure 5, passed in 1990, dealt a serious blow to career and technical education (CTE) in Oregon. With less money to spend, Oregon’s public K-12 schools dropped CTE offerings to focus on core academics. Unfortunately, many students benefit more from experiential learning than a more abstract academic path. Over the years, many employers, unions, and trade organizations have worked to create Associate of Science degrees at Oregon’s community colleges. Because these programs generally allow apprentices to work at a living wage while attending school part time, they open college up to families who could not otherwise afford to attend. A typical program allows an apprentice to make journeyman status in a trade and get an AS degree in four to six years. Oregon started to address the deficit of experiential learning in secondary education in 2016, when voters passed Measure 98. Measure 98 provided new funding for dropout prevention, college readiness, and, critically, career and technical education. But a gap remained. Operating a business or leading in a large organization requires skills traditionally learned at a four-year institution. In Oregon, four-year colleges lack dedicated funding from property tax districts and must rely on the legislature and tuition to meet their expenses, driving up costs for students. So, while Oregon State and Oregon Health and Sciences University pushed hard for online options to help students get a bachelor’s degree after an associate’s, they were not always able to do so in a cost-effective manner. It was also often difficult for students who primarily had learned from hands-on instruction to transition to a fully-online curriculum.

Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways

Career Technical Education (CTE) is a state-wide program designed to ensure students are college and career ready when they graduate from high school. LCC offers seven pathways that build transferable professional skills through project-based learning aligned with industry standards and core content. Courses are sequenced so that students build on prior knowledge and work toward advanced coursework in their capstone class. Our pathways are designed with industry input and focus on rigorous, relevant and real-world learning. By integrating innovative instruction, vertically aligned courses, and transferable professional skills, those who complete our pathways leave high school ready for their future in college and beyond. To complete a pathway, students must pass at least two courses within the pathway, including the capstone. Some pathways offer additional enrichment courses for students who are looking to increase their skills or broaden their experience.

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Benefits of CTE pathways:

Access to real-world learning that helps connect core academics to industry applications
Access to updated technology, facilities, and tools that enable students to apply their knowledge in meaningful and creative ways.
Completers are better prepared for college and career thanks to rigorous, relevant coursework, work-based learning experiences, and contact with the professional world.
Courses are infused with essential professional skills including interviewing techniques, resume building, labor market research, and interpersonal skills

CTE pathways help students connect their core academics with their personal interests, skills, and creativity. Our pathway students feel more connected to their academics, and are more driven and focused when they get to college and enter the workforce.

Teacher Education Programs

LCC also provides pathways for individuals interested in pursuing careers in education. These programs are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become effective educators in various settings.

Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in Teacher Education.

Admission into the BAS-TE program is merit based. number of available enrollment spaces. education (track two). childhood education, elementary education, and English Language Learners (ELL). Scores from the WEST B, ACT or SAT (track one only). Learn more about the WEST-B. and specific certificates. The following courses must be completed prior to a bachelor's degree obtainment. program in addition to the required courses. Passing score of one or more PESB approved endorsement assessment(s). 102 and 103 Elementary Education subtests 1 & 2. required prior to being certified to teach in a particular subject area. Complete the pedagogy (teacher performance) assessment. learning and development. that are culturally responsive for students and their families. learning community. services, programs, interventions, and practices. student and their family. student's growth across the disciplines. of typical and atypical developments. necessary for the optimal growth of students with diverse abilities. their linguistic and academic development for equitable learning outcomes. Program planning is based on information available at the time of preparation. is the student’s responsibility to meet with their LCC advisor. in our Education Program. through the latest models of academic instruction. Elementary school teachers work with children ages 5 to 13. grade level, K-6, with a classroom of about 20-25 children. Secondary School Teachers work with students age 14-18.

Additional Information for Aspiring Teachers

For those interested in becoming certified teachers in Michigan, LCC offers resources and guidance.

Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC) - PRE: This is the first part of the required test for all future teachers. of college.
MTTC Registration Bulletin: Look for the MTTC Registration Bulletin at Lansing Community College's (LCC). the PRE test.
Basic Skills Placement Tests: Take the LCC basic skills placement tests in Reading, Writing and Math. charge for these tests. Math levels of 4, should be able to pass the test with very little preparation. requirements. on the test.
Choose your major wisely. elementary positions in Michigan. Shop around. Talk to an advisor. opportunities.

Other Educational Opportunities

LCC provides various other resources and opportunities for students:

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Financial Aid: Financial aid is available for both. major. or alternative certification. greatly. to earn a second bachelor's degree. first earned degree may be applied to a degree in elementary education. This will shorten the time of study to 3-4 years. Option 3: An authorized state test. at-risk children) are affected. this requirement probably doesn't apply to you. are expected to be held to the same standards at some time in the near future.
Adult Resource Center: Resources for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). They are available at studentaid.gov or from staff in the StarZone. and transportation through the LCC Adult Resource Center. Great idea!
Course Scheduling: Check out the LCC Schedule of Courses. late afternoon or evening and many are now offered through the internet. the K-12 school year. tests at the Testing Services Center in the StarZone or by transferring courses from another college. Register online or in person at the StarZone. of going back to school.
WorkKeys Assessments: WorkKeys Assessments are administered by appointment at the LCC Testing Services Center as well as at most Michigan Works offices around the state. taking the tests at LCC, call 517-267-5500.

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