Programs &amp; Courses

$9,893

Accounting Assistant

The Accounting Assistant program will provide students with the skills necessary to perform entry-level bookkeeping and accounting functions for local employers. Accounting Assistants enter data into the accounting information system in order to prepare and process payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash.

Financial Services

28 Credits

$4,788

Administrative Professional

Learn about complex office procedures, business technology, organization, and how to take on greater responsibility in the workplace.

$10,263

Administrative Support Professional

The Administrative Support Professional program is designed to provide challenging hands-on experience for the ever-evolving environment of the office.

30 Credits

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

In this program, students will participate in advanced-level clinical experiences and gain skills in IV access and fluid therapy as well as administration of aspirin, 50 percent dextrose, Narcan, Atrovent, epinephrine, glucagon and nitroglycerin.

4 Credits

$754

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Advanced Manufacturing

Design a personalized advanced manufacturing degree by combining courses from multiple programs to build the skills needed for modern, high-tech production careers.

Agribusiness Management Technician

Students in the program will increase their skills in agribusiness management and marketing, agronomy, livestock management and nutrition, safe and sustainable agriculture practices. This technical diploma program will utilize associate degree level courses and content which may articulate to two-year and four-year agriculture degrees.

Agribusiness, Science, & Technology

Immerse yourself in every aspect of agribusiness science and technology. Using a new, state-of-the-art agricultural facility, earn an associate degree or transfer to a four-year program such as UW-Platteville.

Agriculture

Design a personalized agriculture program that combines science, technology, and sustainability to prepare for a wide range of careers in today’s evolving agricultural industry.

Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology

Our flexible and convenient learning options allow you to enroll in this program even after the semester starts. Students receive the best training in Wisconsin, in areas such as servicing, installing, maintaining, and selling HVAC systems.

$11,017

Associate of Arts

Start your journey to a bachelor’s degree! Our Associate of Arts degree program offers guaranteed admission to UW-Whitewater. You will take courses that focus on social science and humanities at Blackhawk and UW-Whitewater at Rock County.

$9,868

Associate of Science

Like the Associate of Arts program, our Associate of Science degree program offers guaranteed admission to UW-Whitewater. You will take courses that focus on science, math and technology at Blackhawk and UW-Whitewater at Rock County.

$9,868

Automation Systems Technology

This program will prepare you to design, program, and troubleshoot integrated machine systems used in the growing field of advanced manufacturing and industrial controls.

$11,315

Automotive Technician

Built around offering flexible classes and labs, this program prepares you to perform factory-recommended maintenance procedures, diagnose and repair performance problems of engines, and understand electrical systems.

54 Credits

$10,132

Behavior Technician

The Behavior Technician program was developed to meet the growing special needs population in both Rock and Green counties.

$10,395

Business Management

Most classes in this program feature online scheduling options. Courses are offered in-person, via video conferencing, or online. Class sizes are small and the overall curriculum covers business operations, marketing, finance, human resources, and much more. Earn an associate degree via a two, three or four-year schedule.

$10,215

Business Management Specialist

This program prepares you to apply the critical skills needed to plan, organize, staff, and lead day-to-day business management functions in an office or other type of business setting.

30 Credits

$4,944

Child Care Services

As a student, you’ll take a variety of courses related to early childhood development, curriculum planning, and behavior guidance in this high-demand field.

Education

27 Credits

$4,470

CNC Machine Operator/Programmer

The CNC Machine Operator/Programmer Embedded Technical Diploma (34 credits) prepares learners for CNC machine setups and operations.

33 Credits

TBD

Computer Numeric Control Technician

Using a “hands-on” approach and based on the standards of the National Institute of Metalworking and National Tooling and Machining Association, receive comprehensive job-shop and production machining training at our new, advanced manufacturing training center.

55 Credits

$10,324

Criminal Justice Studies

Recently ranked among the best in Wisconsin, our small class environment, first-class facilities, and top-flight, professional educators can prepare you for a career in law enforcement or in human services.

Culinary Arts

Combining elements of artistry, science and business in foodservice, start this program in May, August, or January, either full- or part-time.

$12,553

Culinary Production Line Cook

This hands-on opportunity will train you in a state-of-the-art kitchen alongside seasoned chef instructors. This one-year technical diploma gives students technical and professional knowledge they need to start a career in the culinary industry within restaurants, catering services, hotels, healthcare facilities and schools.

26 Credits

$4,769

Dental Assistant

Learn to work with dentists on how to examine and treat patients. In our state-of-the art lab facilities, you can earn a technical diploma and be eligible to be certified by the Dental Assisting National Board within one year.

33 Credits

$6,172

Dental Hygienist

The Dental Hygienist Program prepares students for a career as a dental hygienist. This career focuses on helping individuals maintain oral health and prevent oral disease.

66 Credits

Hosted within Blackhawk's Health Science Wing, the Diagnostic Medical Sonography & Vascular Technology program will train you in abdominal, OB/GYN, and vascular technology.

$11,741

Diagnostic Medical Sonography & Vascular Technology

69 Credits

$11,623

Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technician

This program prepares you to service and repair diesel trucks, and diesel-powered agricultural and industrial equipment. In addition, you’ll learn to interpret technical manuals and diagnose and repair performance problems.

54 Credits

$10,270

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Diesel Medium & Heavy Truck Technician

The Diesel Medium and Heavy Truck Technician program prepares students for entry-level employment as a diesel truck technician working in over-the-road truck fleet maintenance, dealership service, or repair shop service.

29 Credits

Digital Marketing

In addition to traditional marketing fundamentals of price, product, placement, and promotion, you will learn how to apply these elements to the digital arena through the use of technology, social media, email, and other digital media. The program will help you attract and retain customers through thoughtful development of integrated marketing plans, analysis of return on investment, and continuous improvement.

$10,753

Early Childhood Education

This program offers flexible learning options. Classes are offered in a blend of face-to-face and online so you can easily fit coursework into your schedule. We also offer the ECE4U program in conjunction with UW-Whitewater.

Education

$9,915

Electric Power Distribution

If you are interested in advancing to an electric line technician apprenticeship or earning a job as a power technician, we teach our students how to work with electrical hardware and equipment as well as all safety policies and procedures.

Construction

31 Credits

$5,593

Electro-Mechanical Technology

Working in Wisconsin’s finest advanced manufacturing training center, this associate degree will teach you how to design, construct, and support a wide range of automated equipment and robotics systems.

$10,782

Emergency Medical Technician

This offering is available in the evenings. Using advanced technology, such as a digital anatomy table or human simulators, combined with top-flight professional instruction and scenario-based training, we’ll teach you the skills needed to become a successful emergency medical technician.

7 Credits

$934

Entry Maintenance Technician

The Entry Maintenance Technician embedded diploma is designed to prepare completers for entry-level electromechanical maintenance technician employment.

13 Credits

Farm Business & Production Management

Dive into the latest farm management principles such as crop and livestock management, commodity marketing, soil and nutrient management planning and governmental regulations – learning everything you need to know to improve the farm operations you own or manage.

Fire Protection Technician

Most classes in this program feature online scheduling options. Known for training hundreds of firefighters working in Rock or Green counties, this opportunity has online or face to face classes, flexible labs and an interactive television course system to help make this program doable for working adults.

$10,488

Foundations of Teacher Education

An associate degree in Foundations of Teacher Education will train you for career opportunities such as working as an instructional assistant or a paraprofessional.

Education

Funeral Service

Designed as a shared program with Milwaukee Area Technical College, the Funeral Service program prepares individuals for a career as a licensed funeral director and embalmer.

$9,531

Health Information Management

Health Information Management is the practice of managing medical information vital to providing quality patient care, sound fiscal management of medical resources, and data governance supporting the confidentiality of patient records.

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Hospitality and Events

Design your own pathway in hospitality, events, and tourism by combining skills for careers in travel, lodging, food service, and event planning.

Hospitality Management

As the desire for leisure time increases, the demands on the hospitality industry are growing. Gain the necessary leadership skills to oversee a staff in the hospitality & tourism industry by earning a degree in Hospitality Management.

$10,366

Human Resource Generalist

Gain practical knowledge in key functions within Human Resources, with skills in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and workplace communication.

Certificate

21 Credits

Human Resources

Course schedules in this offering will fit your busy schedule. Enroll full or part-time, or take an accelerated route with eight weeks of in-person and online classes. Whether you are interested in transferring or graduating with an associate’s degree – HR has many options to consider.

$10,063

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Human Services

Build a personalized human services pathway focused on helping others through careers in social services, community support, and advocacy.

Human Services Associate

This program curriculum combines psychology, stress management, and conflict management to train you to work at a social agency, counseling center, educational institution, or correctional facility.

Individualized Technical Studies

This program complements industry needs, enabling students interested in pursuing an associate degree to create a unique, individualized program.

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

This program is designed to provide the multi-craft skills needed to maintain complex and integrated manufacturing systems. It is the first year of the two-year Electromechanical Technology Program and, upon successful completion of the first year, you will receive an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic technical diploma.

31 Credits

$5,904

IT – Help Desk Support Specialist

With flexible class schedules and an opportunity to transition to an associate degree in Manufacturing IT-Technical Support Specialist, this program provides extensive hands-on training with PC hardware, operating systems, and networks.

33 Credits

$5,508

IT – Technical Support Specialist

This associate degree program will train you for a career in network support and IT covering network design, installation, troubleshooting, administration, security, and management.

$10,341

Laboratory Food Science Technician

Most classes in this program feature online scheduling options. This associate degree features online, Saturdays, and evening classes. In addition to preparing you for lab training in microbiology and food product testing, you will earn certifications in SERVSAFE, Hazard Analysis, Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Six Sigma Green Belt.

Laboratory Science Technician Assistant

This one-year technical diploma offers a strong basis in scientific principles, quality methodology and documentation, and laboratory equipment and testing methodologies. Upon completion, you are eligible to enter the Laboratory Food Science Technician associate degree.

Law Enforcement Basic Jail Academy

The Law Enforcement Basic Jail Academy focuses on the philosophical and tactical principles of working as a correctional officer in Wisconsin. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible for certification with the Wisconsin Department of Justice – Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.

Certificate

0 Credits

$954

Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Academy

This program prepares you for a career in law enforcement. Over a course of 720 instructional hours, we will train you for certification with the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.

22 Credits

$3,906

Leadership Development

In the Leadership Development program, you will gain managerial and decision-making skills to accelerate your career. This program covers a variety of topics valuable to any industry; such as human relations, health and safety, problem-solving and team building, organizational development, supervision, project management, and lean and six sigma.

$9,920

Manufacturing Engineering Technology

The Manufacturing Engineering Technology program prepares students to work in the manufacturing sector assisting engineering and management in the design and development of new products and in the improvement of production processes.

68 Credits

$11,802

Medical Administrative Specialist

The Medical Administrative Specialist program provides educational opportunities for those interested in working in a variety of health care office settings including medical offices, clinics, hospitals, public health departments, insurance companies, and medical product manufacturers.

$10,233

Medical Assistant

This opportunity provides training employers are looking for and need – from administration to assisting with examinations to completing your practicum, which is full-time during the last five weeks of the program.

28 Credits

$4,881

Medical Coder

Medical Coders review medical documentation health care providers provide and translate it into an alphanumeric classification system.

29 Credits

Medical Lab Specialist

Prepare for an in-demand career in healthcare as a Medical Lab Specialist. This program builds a strong foundation in clinical laboratory science, including hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, and immunology.

26 Credits

Medical Laboratory Technician

A full- or part-time offering with some classes online, face-to-face or within our Flex Lab option, the Medical Laboratory Technician program prepares you for an entry-level position in a clinic, hospital or doctor’s office working in various areas of the lab such as microbiology or chemistry.

$12,583

Nursing

Recognized by the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing as an elite program, and hosted in a new, state-of-the-art Health Science wing, this offering can lead to a career as a licensed practical nurse or a registered nurse. BTC also offers opportunities to transfer to a four-year school.

$10,969

Nursing Assistant

This 90-hour program involves classroom lectures, campus lab experiences, and a clinical practicum. Those who successfully complete the program are eligible to take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) exam.

2 Credits

$379

Nutrition and Dietetic Technician

Designed as a shared program with the Milwaukee Area Technical College, the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician program prepares individuals for a career in healthcare and foodservice management settings.

$9,445

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Office Management

Gain the skills to manage office operations, lead administrative tasks, and support business functions in roles like office manager or executive assistant.

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Paramedic

Paramedics provide emergency pre-hospital care to those experiencing a medical emergency such as illness, injury or trauma.

38 Credits

Paramedic Technician

Students will learn to manage emergency patient care and transportation as well as how to function as part of a comprehensive emergency management system response team under medical oversight.

$10,424

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Patient Services Specialist

The Patient Services Specialist prepares you for a healthcare support role by developing skills in patient services, medical office procedures, communication, and electronic health records within clinical settings.

7 Credits

Phlebotomy Technician

This program teaches proper techniques of specimen collection and processing standards as well as infection control standards and legal regulations in the health care environment. In addition, it prepares you for the ASCP certification exam.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Blackhawk's Physical Therapist Assistant program is well-known for its student success rate on national certification exams. This offering will give you a solid foundation to start your career in physical therapy.

71 Credits

$13,329

Quality Food Production

Build the skills to ensure food safety and quality in production environments while earning industry-recognized certifications in HACCP, PCQI, and Lean/Six Sigma through this fully online program.

Agriculture

10 Credits

Radiography

With a focus on theoretical and applied radiography, learn in a state-of-the-art facility featuring two x-ray rooms and the latest imaging technology. Graduates are eligible to take the entry-level certification exam offered by the American Registry of Radiography Technologists (ARRT).

$10,140

Residential HVAC

This program will provide proper training for people interested in a career in the residential/light commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) field.

26 Credits

$4,777

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Respiratory Therapy

Train for a rewarding healthcare career by developing the skills to assess, treat, and support patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary conditions.

67 Credits

Sterile Processing Technician

This program will prepare individuals to clean, sterilize and assemble surgical instruments, equipment and supplies for use in operating rooms and other medical and surgical facilities. The content includes instruction in sterilization, infection control, decontamination, and surgical instrumentation processing, distribution and record keeping.

8 Credits

$1,387

Substance Abuse Education

This program prepares individuals to help prevent substance abuse, counsel individuals and families with drug and alcohol problems, and perform intervention and therapeutic services for persons suffering from addiction.

24 Credits

$3,969

Substance Use Disorder Counselor

This program is designed to prepare students to work with individuals with substance use disorders. Students will explore areas of assessment, case management, counseling, education and professional responsibility.

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Supply Chain and Transportation

Design your own pathway in supply chain and transportation, building skills in logistics, distribution, and global operations.

Supply Chain Assistant

This credential is the pathway to the Associate of Science degree in Supply Chain Management. Functions such as logistics, purchasing, or material management all encompass part of a supply chain.

32 Credits

$5,271

Supply Chain Management

Most classes in this program feature online scheduling options. This offering prepares students to enter jobs, be productive with a minimum of on-the-job training, and advance to a position of increased responsibility with an emphasis on project management and process improvement skills.

$10,389

Surgical Technology

The Surgical Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions as surgical technologists. The program gives students a balanced set of experiences in the classroom, laboratory and clinical setting. Students are trained in procedures, aseptic (sterile) techniques, medical equipment nomenclature, human anatomy and physiology, physics, robotics, and pharmacology for the operating room.

$10,419

Technical Studies – Journeyworker

The Technical Studies – Journeyworker program is designed to help you achieve your career goals through academic recognition of both the related instruction and on-the-job learning that you completed through registered apprenticeship.

Web Software Developer

The Web Software Developer program focuses on the specific skills and knowledge requirements you need for web development specialist jobs including analyst, programmer, e-Commerce, or web design/support.

$9,938

Welding

You can start this program anytime during the first 12 weeks of a semester. Gain experience welding structural steel, aluminum, stainless steel along with other metals — all within a new advanced manufacturing training center.

29 Credits

$7,029

Welding Fabrication & Robotics

In the Welding Fabrication & Robotics program, students will program and operate CNC cutting and forming equipment, as well as robotic welders, developing the skills needed to work in an advanced metal manufacturing environment.

67 Credits