- Average program length: 6–12 months
- Job placement assistance available
- Michigan Reconnect eligible
Lake Michigan College Skilled Trades Programs
Get trained. Get certified. Get hired.
In 6–12 months, you can turn your skills into a career with hands-on training at Lake Michigan College. LMC’s Skilled Trades and Workforce programs are designed to get you job-ready in some of Southwest Michigan’s most in-demand careers—quickly.
Whether you want to work with precision machines, cutting-edge tech, or your own two hands, we’ll help you build a career you’re proud of—without spending years in school. Classes are held on our Benton Harbor and South Haven campuses with real equipment, real instructors, and real results.
Certification Programs
Work with Precision Machines
Build the Future
Keep Things Moving
Why Choose LMC for Trades
- Financial aid and Michigan Reconnect eligible – Remove the biggest barrier to starting your career.
- Earn industry credentials that employers trust – Get certified in the skills companies are hiring for right now.
- Career placement and employer partnerships – We connect you with jobs across Southwest Michigan.
- Hands-on training in modern labs and shops – Learn by doing, not just watching.
Testimonial
“I went from a factory floor to a career in Mechatronics, and I love what I do.”
— Carlos J., Mechatronics Technician, LMC Graduate