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WDTC Plumbing Technology Student Earns Gold Medal in SkillsUSA National Competition

June 9, 2026

Five Additional WDTC Students Earn Top National Finishes

Anton Allen, a recent Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) Plumbing Technology graduate, earned a gold medal in the Plumbing competition at the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference and Competition.  The event took place June 1-5 in Atlanta, Ga.


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WDTC Receives Gold Award in the 2025 Collegiate Advertising Awards for Viewbook

June 2, 2026

The Collegiate Advertising Awards (CAA) is a prestigious competition that honors excellence in higher education communications, marketing, advertising, and promotional efforts across the United States and Canada. This year’s program received entries from a wide range of colleges and universities, from small community colleges to large institutions and university systems. Submissions were evaluated by a national panel of industry professionals and scored on a 100-point scale.

Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) competed against institutions of similar size within designated categories and divisions. The college earned a Gold Award for its College Viewbook in the brochure, folded-panel category. Gold Awards earn a score of 95 to 99 (top 5% in the nation).

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College Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

May 22, 2026

In recognition of Memorial Day, Western Dakota Technical College will be closed Monday, May 25.

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WDTC's 58th Commencement Activities Announced

May 6, 2026

Gov. Larry Rhoden Selected Commencement Speaker

Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) will celebrate its 2026 graduates with a series of events recognizing their achievements and readiness to enter high-demand careers. These celebrations reflect the college’s commitment to hands-on education and student success across a wide range of career programs.

Events will include WDTC’s 58th Commencement Ceremony, the Outstanding Graduates Banquet, Registered Nurse and Practical Nurse Pinning Ceremonies, and a Law Enforcement Graduation Recognition Ceremony. Each occasion will highlight the dedication, skill, and accomplishments of this year’s graduating class.


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Gov. Rhoden Announces New Gunsmithing Program at Western Dakota Technical College

April 14, 2026

Shared with permission 
News.SD.gov

Today, Gov. Larry Rhoden announced the addition of a new gunsmithing curriculum to Western Dakota Technical College, advancing South Dakota’s pro-2nd Amendment values and expanding the workforce for South Dakota’s defense and firearms industries.

“South Dakota is the most Second Amendment-friendly state in America, and our firearms industry is thriving,” said Gov. Larry Rhoden. “As other states infringe on the 2nd Amendment rights of their citizens and chase away firearms producers, South Dakota is welcoming them with open arms. This new gunsmithing program will support our growing firearms industry and attract even more guns and ammunition manufacturers to South Dakota!”


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Student Life and Success

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Success means something different to everyone. For us, it means watching our students grow and develop their skills.

But growth doesn’t only happen in the classroom. So we ensure plenty of opportunities for networking with a wide variety of clubs and organizations.

At Western Dakota Technical College, we support each other, challenge each other, work alongside each other, and find new ways to have fun every day.

WDTC Student Life

Degree Programs

Established in 1968, Western Dakota Technical College is the only technical college that serves the western South Dakota region. The college delivers a personal, career-oriented education ideal for the student pursuing a meaningful profession and prideful future. Faculty, staff, and administration are committed to teaching the knowledge, skills, and behaviors students need to find be successful. Ninety-nine percent of Western Dakota Technical College's most recent graduates are working, continuing their education, or are enlisted in the military. We pride ourselves on providing the best possible facilities and technology and recently completed a significant expansion to the campus. Through hands-on learning, simulation, internships, and industry partnerships, our students graduate ready to make a real and immediate contribution to their employers and communities.

Business And ComputersConstruction And ManufacturingEnergy And Environmental TechnologiesHealth SciencesLegal And Public ServicesTransportation Technologies
Associates of Applied ScienceDiploma ProgramAvailable Online

Business And Computers

Business & Technology

The business world offers well-trained students an endless list of opportunities. You can own a business and be your own boss. You can manage a store for someone else. You can run the social media marketing operation for a company or an ad agency. You cou...
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Accounting

Where the career is going Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks constitute more than 3,368 jobs in the Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) region in 2021. Industries include local government, tax preparation, payroll services, federal governme...
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Computer Science

Computer Science specialists work with every employee in an organization as well as outside personnel to provide a stable computing environment. As support personnel, specialists give advice to users by interpreting problems and providing technical suppor...
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Bookkeeping

Students can complete this program online or on campus! What you’ll learn The Bookkeeping program will provide students with technical understanding and skills development by integrating theory with practical experience. Through the program, stude...
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Business - Entrepreneurship

A business entrepreneuership certificate can help prepare you and give the skills necessary to own your own business and be your own boss....
Learn MoreApply Now

Business - Social Media Marketing

The Social Media Manager will administer the company’s social media marketing and advertising. Administration includes but is not limited to: Deliberate planning and goal setting Development of brand awareness and online reputation Content...
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Business Office Professional

Office Managers and Executive Assistants are an important part of today's workforce. The Business Professional Diploma from Western Dakota Tech can prepare you for a variety of careers in the business world. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Stat...
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Agricultural Business

Agricultural business professionals plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, or other agricultural establishments. They may engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops, and the general care of li...
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Business - Hospitality

Students can complete this program online, on campus, or both! There is a high need for hospitality workers and managers and this diploma will help increase job opportunities for well-trained graduates to help fill industry positions.  Hospitality j...
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Construction And Manufacturing

HVAC & Refrigeration Technology

HVAC/R is a growing career field, and employers need well-trained technicians who can step right in and start working. Western Dakota Technical College’s program is designed to do just that – and do it quickly. HVAC/R is listed as a Bright Ou...
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Welding and Fabrication

Welding and fabrication are growing fields in the western South Dakota region. Job opportunities are available and growing as opportunities in the field expand in South Dakota and the surrounding states....
Learn MoreApply Now

Plumbing Technology

Plumbers evaluate, install, and repair piping systems that in businesses, residences, and other places with pipes or septic systems. They work with their hands and a variety of tools and power tools. Plumbers use equipment such as piping, tubing, clamps, ...
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Electrical Trades

Students will study and learn to interpret and apply the requirements of the National Electrical Code. A solid background in the theory and technology of the electrical field will give the knowledge and ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repa...
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Precision Machining Technology

There are many private companies in a variety of industry sectors, such as manufacturing, mining, agriculture, and construction that employ machinists to make the products and keep their equipment working. Program graduates will have the skills to fill a ...
Learn MoreApply Now

Machining and Engineering Technology

Many private companies complete both the design and manufacturing of equipment, parts, and related items. This program will graduate skilled technicians who are able to bring value to those employers in multiple ways because they will be skilled enough to...
Learn MoreApply Now

Architectural and Engineering Technology

Architectural and Engineering Technology graduates will produce technical drawings with advanced 3D software.  In the Architectural and Engineering Technology field you will be entering a career as an integral part of an architectural, civi...
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Energy And Environmental Technologies

Electrical Trades

Students will study and learn to interpret and apply the requirements of the National Electrical Code. A solid background in the theory and technology of the electrical field will give the knowledge and ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repa...
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Environmental Engineering Tech

Environmental Engineering Technicians are pivotal to the protection of the quality and quantity of Earth’s natural resources. They apply theory and principles of engineering to operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remed...
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Environmental Engineering Technician - Controlled Environment Agriculture

Graduates of this program will have opportunities for career choices such as Aquaponics Production Manager, Commercial Greenhouse Manager or Technician, Aquaculture Manager or Technician, Controlled Agricultural Environmental Technician, Fisheries Technic...
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Meat Processing

Meat Processors perform a wide range of tasks including handling, harvesting, and processing livestock, operating processing and rendering equipment, custom butchery and development of consumables, dispatching products, and keeping records. Meat Processor...
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Agricultural Business

Agricultural business professionals plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, or other agricultural establishments. They may engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops, and the general care of li...
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Autonomous Equipment Technician

Students will study and learn to interpret and apply skills required to keep autonomous technology enabled on various types of job sites in industries such as mining, agriculture, and construction. The training will provide students the flexibil...
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Health Sciences

Allied Health

Educational curricula teach students to evaluate patients’ responses to therapy and make appropriate decisions about continued treatment or modification of treatment plans. The following professions are included in allied health: Athletic training, ...
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Health Information Management

A medical office is a complex operation. Patients come and go all day. Phones must be answered and appointments made. Patient files must be pulled, processed, and returned. Electronic Health Records must be completed accurately. Procedures must be schedul...
Learn MoreApply Now

Medical Assisting

A Medical Assistant is a professional multi-skilled person who assists in all aspects of medical care and is primarily employed in a medical office setting. Medical Assistants help the physician with patient care management, execute administrative and cli...
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Medical Laboratory Technician

Tasks performed by Medical Laboratory Technicians may include analyzing body fluids and recording findings, studying blood samples for use in transfusions, operating sophisticated laboratory equipment, logging data from medical tests, discussing results o...
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Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomy

Phlebotomists and medical laboratory assistants are trained to collect, process, and handle biological specimens—primarily blood—for diagnostic testing. These professionals must follow strict safety, quality control, and infection prevention p...
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Practical Nursing

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a vital member of the healthcare team, providing essential patient care under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) or healthcare providers. LPNs are responsible for delivering fundamental care, which includes hel...
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Surgical Technology

Surgical technologists are vital members of the surgical team and are involved in all aspects of a patient’s care while in surgery. Surgical technologists are relied upon by surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and numerous other health care prof...
Learn MoreApply Now

Registered Dental Assisting

The dental assistant may work in a private or group practice setting specializing in general dentistry, oral surgery, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, or pedodontics. Dental sales and marketing of products is another career opportu...
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Paramedic

In an emergency, paramedics are typically dispatched by a 911 operator to the scene, where they often work with police and firefighters. Once they arrive, paramedics assess the nature of the patient’s condition while trying to determine whether the ...
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Registered Nursing

Western Dakota Technical College's RN program is designed for students who are seeking accessibility while continuing their education. Nursing continues to be one of the most in-demand professions and an associate’s degree in nursing provides a stro...
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Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Emergency medical personnel provide pre-hospital emergency care to the ill and injured. An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) has the knowledge and skills to provide basic life support to all persons whether the problem is trauma, cardiac, or other medica...
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Radiologic Technology

Radiology involves the application of radiation to create detailed images of bones, organs, tissues, and vessels within the human body. The accuracy and clarity of these images are crucial for diagnosing and treating patients. The Radiologic Technology Pr...
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Transportation Technologies

Professional Truck Driving

The Professional Truck Driving program prepares students to test for their Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Individuals with a Class A CDL can drive tractor/trailer combination vehicles to transport a variety of goods. Class A CDL holders ...
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Automotive Technology

Automotive service technicians inspect, maintain or repair automobiles and light trucks with gasoline engines. The ability to diagnose the source of the problem quickly and accurately, one of the technician’s most valuable skills, requires good reas...
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Diesel Technology

The ongoing advancement in diesel technology and electronic control systems has resulted in better engine performance, better fuel economy, lower exhaust emissions, greater durability, and an even longer engine life....
Learn MoreApply Now

Associates of Applied Science

Business & Technology

The business world offers well-trained students an endless list of opportunities. You can own a business and be your own boss. You can manage a store for someone else. You can run the social media marketing operation for a company or an ad agency. You cou...
Learn MoreApply Now

Criminal Justice

Graduates of the program will be able to accomplish the typical duties of criminal justice professionals in many fields, including: Certified law enforcement officer Corrections officer Border patrol agent Probation officer Parole officer Private ...
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Environmental Engineering Technician - Controlled Environment Agriculture

Graduates of this program will have opportunities for career choices such as Aquaponics Production Manager, Commercial Greenhouse Manager or Technician, Aquaculture Manager or Technician, Controlled Agricultural Environmental Technician, Fisheries Technic...
Learn MoreApply Now

Allied Health

Educational curricula teach students to evaluate patients’ responses to therapy and make appropriate decisions about continued treatment or modification of treatment plans. The following professions are included in allied health: Athletic training, ...
Learn MoreApply Now

Computer Science

Computer Science specialists work with every employee in an organization as well as outside personnel to provide a stable computing environment. As support personnel, specialists give advice to users by interpreting problems and providing technical suppor...
Learn MoreApply Now

Medical Laboratory Technician

Tasks performed by Medical Laboratory Technicians may include analyzing body fluids and recording findings, studying blood samples for use in transfusions, operating sophisticated laboratory equipment, logging data from medical tests, discussing results o...
Learn MoreApply Now

Surgical Technology

Surgical technologists are vital members of the surgical team and are involved in all aspects of a patient’s care while in surgery. Surgical technologists are relied upon by surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and numerous other health care prof...
Learn MoreApply Now

Welding and Fabrication

Welding and fabrication are growing fields in the western South Dakota region. Job opportunities are available and growing as opportunities in the field expand in South Dakota and the surrounding states....
Learn MoreApply Now

Law Enforcement Technology

Police officers protect lives and property. Detectives and criminal investigators, who are sometimes called agents or special agents, gather facts and collect evidence of possible crimes. Police and detective work can be physically demanding, stressful, a...
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Environmental Engineering Tech

Environmental Engineering Technicians are pivotal to the protection of the quality and quantity of Earth’s natural resources. They apply theory and principles of engineering to operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remed...
Learn MoreApply Now

Health Information Management

A medical office is a complex operation. Patients come and go all day. Phones must be answered and appointments made. Patient files must be pulled, processed, and returned. Electronic Health Records must be completed accurately. Procedures must be schedul...
Learn MoreApply Now

HVAC & Refrigeration Technology

HVAC/R is a growing career field, and employers need well-trained technicians who can step right in and start working. Western Dakota Technical College’s program is designed to do just that – and do it quickly. HVAC/R is listed as a Bright Ou...
Learn MoreApply Now

Medical Assisting

A Medical Assistant is a professional multi-skilled person who assists in all aspects of medical care and is primarily employed in a medical office setting. Medical Assistants help the physician with patient care management, execute administrative and cli...
Learn MoreApply Now

Automotive Technology

Automotive service technicians inspect, maintain or repair automobiles and light trucks with gasoline engines. The ability to diagnose the source of the problem quickly and accurately, one of the technician’s most valuable skills, requires good reas...
Learn MoreApply Now

Diesel Technology

The ongoing advancement in diesel technology and electronic control systems has resulted in better engine performance, better fuel economy, lower exhaust emissions, greater durability, and an even longer engine life....
Learn MoreApply Now

Accounting

Where the career is going Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks constitute more than 3,368 jobs in the Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) region in 2021. Industries include local government, tax preparation, payroll services, federal governme...
Learn MoreApply Now

Electrical Trades

Students will study and learn to interpret and apply the requirements of the National Electrical Code. A solid background in the theory and technology of the electrical field will give the knowledge and ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repa...
Learn MoreApply Now

Paramedic

In an emergency, paramedics are typically dispatched by a 911 operator to the scene, where they often work with police and firefighters. Once they arrive, paramedics assess the nature of the patient’s condition while trying to determine whether the ...
Learn MoreApply Now

Meat Processing

Meat Processors perform a wide range of tasks including handling, harvesting, and processing livestock, operating processing and rendering equipment, custom butchery and development of consumables, dispatching products, and keeping records. Meat Processor...
Learn MoreApply Now

Machining and Engineering Technology

Many private companies complete both the design and manufacturing of equipment, parts, and related items. This program will graduate skilled technicians who are able to bring value to those employers in multiple ways because they will be skilled enough to...
Learn MoreApply Now

Technical Studies

The Technical Studies Associate of Applied Science Degree program will prepare students for a wide variety of careers....
Learn MoreApply Now

Architectural and Engineering Technology

Architectural and Engineering Technology graduates will produce technical drawings with advanced 3D software.  In the Architectural and Engineering Technology field you will be entering a career as an integral part of an architectural, civi...
Learn MoreApply Now

Diploma Program

Bookkeeping

Students can complete this program online or on campus! What you’ll learn The Bookkeeping program will provide students with technical understanding and skills development by integrating theory with practical experience. Through the program, stude...
Learn MoreApply Now

Business - Entrepreneurship

A business entrepreneuership certificate can help prepare you and give the skills necessary to own your own business and be your own boss....
Learn MoreApply Now

Business Office Professional

Office Managers and Executive Assistants are an important part of today's workforce. The Business Professional Diploma from Western Dakota Tech can prepare you for a variety of careers in the business world. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Stat...
Learn MoreApply Now

Business - Social Media Marketing

The Social Media Manager will administer the company’s social media marketing and advertising. Administration includes but is not limited to: Deliberate planning and goal setting Development of brand awareness and online reputation Content...
Learn MoreApply Now

Precision Machining Technology

There are many private companies in a variety of industry sectors, such as manufacturing, mining, agriculture, and construction that employ machinists to make the products and keep their equipment working. Program graduates will have the skills to fill a ...
Learn MoreApply Now

Plumbing Technology

Plumbers evaluate, install, and repair piping systems that in businesses, residences, and other places with pipes or septic systems. They work with their hands and a variety of tools and power tools. Plumbers use equipment such as piping, tubing, clamps, ...
Learn MoreApply Now

Meat Processing

Meat Processors perform a wide range of tasks including handling, harvesting, and processing livestock, operating processing and rendering equipment, custom butchery and development of consumables, dispatching products, and keeping records. Meat Processor...
Learn MoreApply Now

Health Information Management

A medical office is a complex operation. Patients come and go all day. Phones must be answered and appointments made. Patient files must be pulled, processed, and returned. Electronic Health Records must be completed accurately. Procedures must be schedul...
Learn MoreApply Now

Practical Nursing

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a vital member of the healthcare team, providing essential patient care under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) or healthcare providers. LPNs are responsible for delivering fundamental care, which includes hel...
Learn MoreApply Now

Registered Dental Assisting

The dental assistant may work in a private or group practice setting specializing in general dentistry, oral surgery, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, or pedodontics. Dental sales and marketing of products is another career opportu...
Learn MoreApply Now

Available Online

Business & Technology

The business world offers well-trained students an endless list of opportunities. You can own a business and be your own boss. You can manage a store for someone else. You can run the social media marketing operation for a company or an ad agency. You cou...
Learn MoreApply Now

Accounting

Where the career is going Bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks constitute more than 3,368 jobs in the Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) region in 2021. Industries include local government, tax preparation, payroll services, federal governme...
Learn MoreApply Now

Business - Entrepreneurship

A business entrepreneuership certificate can help prepare you and give the skills necessary to own your own business and be your own boss....
Learn MoreApply Now

Bookkeeping

Students can complete this program online or on campus! What you’ll learn The Bookkeeping program will provide students with technical understanding and skills development by integrating theory with practical experience. Through the program, stude...
Learn MoreApply Now

Business - Social Media Marketing

The Social Media Manager will administer the company’s social media marketing and advertising. Administration includes but is not limited to: Deliberate planning and goal setting Development of brand awareness and online reputation Content...
Learn MoreApply Now

Business - Hospitality

Students can complete this program online, on campus, or both! There is a high need for hospitality workers and managers and this diploma will help increase job opportunities for well-trained graduates to help fill industry positions.  Hospitality j...
Learn MoreApply Now

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