Anoka Technical College

Welcome to spring semester 2020! Anoka Technical College offers a wide variety of resources as you make your way through college. Visit the Student Services page for more information on tutoring, counseling, IT assistance, accessibility services, Veterans services and much more.
Registration for spring semester is now open. Anyone with prior welding experience is encouraged to apply.
Advance your welding career! Designed for people with a basic welding background, the Robotic and Laser Welding certificate will teach robotic and laser welding on three different types of industry standard robots: ABB, FANUC and OTC.
Please join us for an information session to learn more about our OTA program.
Join us to learn more about the an in-demand career as a Medical Assistant, and whether a diploma or degree would be a better choice for you.

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Anoka Technical College Celebrates the Class of 2019 at Fall Commencement Ceremony

On Thursday, Dec. 19, Anoka Technical College celebrated the achievements of 212 graduates representing 20 different programs at the 2019 fall commencement ceremony.
New Robotic and Laser Welding certificate offered at Anoka Technical College in spring 2020

Anoka Technical College will offer a Robotic and Laser Welding certificate starting spring semester 2020. The program is designed for students with a basic welding background who want to advance their career.
Anoka Technical College welcomes new Development Director Pamela Russell

Anoka Technical College welcomes new Development Director, Pamela Russell. Russell came to Anoka Tech in November, after moving back to her home state from Tacoma, Wash., where she worked with various nonprofit organizations.
Health Information Technology graduate finishes what she started

When her success in the classroom and sobriety were undercut by a relapse, Ariel Hage ’19 persevered.
Anoka Technical College Practical Nursing program receives ACEN accreditation

Anoka Technical College’s Practical Nursing diploma program was recently granted initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) Board of Commissioners.
Anoka Technical College offers new Landscape Entrepreneurship certificate in spring 2020

Anoka Technical College will offer a 16-credit Landscape Entrepreneurship certificate beginning spring semester 2020 designed for professionals currently working in the field, and people with no experience.
Medical Assistant student finds ‘right place’ to train for next phase of career

After looking into programs in health care careers at other colleges and universities, some of which she says were, “astoundingly expensive,” Jessica connected with Anoka Technical College’s Success Coaching team. Together they matched her interest and past academic experience with a new plan: the Medical Assistant program.
Chief Human Resources Officer for Anoka Technical College and Anoka-Ramsey Community College awarded Minnesota State’s 2019 Human Resources All-Star Award

Jay Nelson, chief human resources officer at Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College, was selected as a recipient of Minnesota State’s 2019 Human Resources All-Star Award.
Anoka Technical College’s opening day enrollment increased over seven percent

On Monday, Aug. 26 Anoka Technical College opened its doors for the start of the 2019-2020 academic year to more than 1,700 students, an increase of 7.1 percent from fall 2018.
Practical Nursing program becomes home away from home for mother of three

The path to Anoka Technical College’s Practical Nursing program and graduation was not free of obstacles for Khadijo Ibrahim ’19. But, she was able to make the college her home away from home with staff, faculty and peers who made her success part of their own missions.
Overcoming Challenges to Attend What is Most Important

Even with two young children in the center of his life, Harry Spurill intends to graduate from Anoka Tech in December with a Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET) Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.
A Message from President Hanson

In Anoka Technical College's first community newsletter Presidesnt Hanson invites you to learn about the people, programs and events that make Anoka Tech proud.
Empowering Women in Welding

Gerrilyn Kujawa started at Anoka Tech seeking a career that would support her and fuel her desire to be creative. She found both with training and a career in welding.
Transformative Pathway to Success

Josh Hultberg, CNC Machining instructor at Anoka Technical College just finished his first year teaching, but his relationship with Anoka Tech has a much deeper history.
Modern Training and Education for a Skilled Workforce

To keep up with demands of the industries seeking Anoka Tech grads and ensure the college continues to provide the finest career and technical education in Minnesota, Anoka Tech constantly works to modernize equipment, classrooms and curriculum. Recently, four academic program areas experienced significant upgrades.
Over 30 Years of Giving

To keep up with demands of the industries seeking Anoka Tech grads and ensure the college continues to provide the finest career and technical education in Minnesota, Anoka Tech constantly works to modernize equipment, classrooms and curriculum. Recently, four academic program areas experienced significant upgrades.
Explore Anoka Technical College during the first annual Minnesota State Week

Together with the 30 state colleges and seven state universities that make of Minnesota State, Anoka Technical College is hosting tours and information sessions during the first annual Minnesota State Week.
Anoka Technical College Celebrates the Class of 2019

On Thursday, May 16, the Anoka Technical College list of graduates grew by more than 300 students representing 26 different programs.
Anoka Technical College announces new, updated programs

Students will have nine new options fall semester 2019 at Anoka Technical College.
Paramedic degree program coming to Anoka Tech fall 2019

Building on the established Emergency Medical Service (EMS) certificate program, Anoka Technical College is now enrolling for its new Paramedic degree program!
Anoka Tech Hosts SkillsUSA Welding Competition

Anoka Tech students placed in three of the four SkillsUSA Championship contests in individual and team competitions.
Anoka Tech IT student places in Business Professionals of America Leadership Conference

Natalie Zabrzensk, a student in the Information Technology (IT) program at Anoka Technical College recently competed in the annual Business Professionals of America (BPA) State Leadership Conference. Zabrzenski placed in three categories, securing a spot in the national competition this May.
Manufacturing partnerships: A catalyst for strengthening the community and providing students career opportunities

Paul Gustafson's story is just one example of how partnerships in Anoka Tech's manufacturer's cohort benefit students and the community.
Celebrating innovation in training, student success and community impact at the State Capitol

On Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019 from 2:30 to 4 p.m., Anoka Technical College and Anoka-Ramsey Community College are participating in Minnesota State Day at the Capitol. The event brings together legislators, trustees, presidents, students, faculty and staff to highlight the success of students, the impact Minnesota State schools have on the community and the exceptional curriculum provided to students.
Anoka Technical College’s Vice President of Finance and Administration, Don Lewis recognized for outstanding work at the Minnesota State 2018 CFO Annual Conference

Alongside Minnesota State colleagues, Don Lewis, vice president of finance and administration at Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College was recognized for his outstanding work at the 2018 CFO Annual Conference held last week at the Minnesota State system office in St. Paul.
Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College Economic Contribution Estimated at $371.7 million

Minnesota State, the system of 30 state colleges and seven state universities, recently released the results of a study that estimates the contribution of Anoka Technical College and Anoka-Ramsey Community College to the regional economy to be $371.7M and 3,198 jobs.
Anoka Technical College hosts legislators, business partners to address workforce challenges

Anoka Technical College welcomed legislators and business partners to campus in early October to discuss technical trades and workforce concerns in the state of Minnesota. The Machine Trades faculty hosted a tour, as college employees, legislators, local businesses and K-12 partners met at the college to discuss the successes and initiatives shaping the future of a skilled Minnesota workforce.
New five-axis mill brings excitement and opportunities for Machine Trades students

Anoka Technical College unveiled an industry-leading piece of machinery within the Machine Trades Department in late August: a new five-axis mill from Matsuura Industries. The mill was delivered earlier in the summer to fanfare from college community. The mill will provide students with more accurate, current technical skills on a new standard, meeting industry demands and adding value to graduates entering the workforce.
Anoka Technical College graduate receives inaugural Phi Theta Kappa scholarship

Kara Roberts, a 2018 graduate of the Anoka Technical College Legal Administrative Services program, is the recipient of the inaugural 2018 New Century Workforce Pathway Scholarship.
College unveils new and improved Automotive Technology program

The Anoka Technical College Automotive Technology program recently underwent some major changes, including new equipment and new partnerships.
Mosaic of Equity brings college community together

Anoka Technical College presents the Mosaic of Equity, in support of diversity and inclusion.
College hopes to fill community need for licensed practical nurses

The misunderstanding that LPN jobs are dwindling is widespread. In fact, LPNs are increasingly in demand in health care settings such as skilled nursing facilities, outpatient clinics, home health care and schools.
Construction workers are needed; Anoka Tech is here to help

Increases in building permits and the employment outlook demonstrate these positions are in demand, according to news reports and government projections.

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Registration for spring semester is now open. Anyone with prior welding experience is encouraged to apply.

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