
Free help to get you ready for healthcare or industry programs
- This free class helps you prepare for college (math, reading, and career exploration)
- College application and registration assistance
- Financial Aid/FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Application
- Grants and Scholarships
- Financial help with books, tuition, supplies, and equipment
- College classroom support (Tutoring)
Information Sessions (North Mankato Campus)
- Wednesday, February 18, 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 17, 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 7, 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 5, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Thursday, May 7, 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Explore Industry Careers
Industry Programs Class Schedule - Spring 2026
- Tuesday and Thursday
- May 19 - June 25 (6 weeks)
- 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Benefits of Class
- Career Exploration
- Earn your Osha 10 Certificate
- Free laptop computer (if needed)
- Industry Tours
- Meet Instructors
Eligible Majors:
- Agriculture and Diesel Service
- Auto Body and Collision
- Automotive Services
- HVAC/R
- Machine Tool Technology
- Mechatronics
- Welding
Explore Healthcare Careers
Healthcare Programs Class Schedule - Spring 2026
- Tuesday and Thursday
- May 19 - June 25 (6 weeks)
- 11:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Benefits of Class
- Career Exploration
- Earn your Osha 10 Certificate
- Free laptop computer (if needed)
- Tutoring
- Meet Instructors
Eligible Majors
- Dental Assisting
- Health Unit Coordinator
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Paramedic Technician
- Phlebotomy
- Practical Nursing (LPN)
- Professional Nursing (RN)
- Surgical Technology

Hi there! I'm Andrea (also known as Drea) Calderon. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need assistance!
You can reach me at (507) 389-7450 or
You may also find these resources helpful:
- Career Coach
- Complete your GED with Adult Basic Education
The State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, DEED, funded (or funded in part) this training through a grant. The grant recipient created this training. DEED does not endorse this publicity or training or make guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability, or ownership of the information herein or elsewhere.

SCC CONNECTS is offered through a partnership between Adult Basic Education, Career Force, and South Central College.