Looking to Train for a New Industry?

The Fast-Track program focuses on in-demand fields such as business, computer and information technology, healthcare and manufacturing – well-paying industries with projected job growth in the coming years. You can quickly retrain for a new career, earn a short-term certificate and make important connections with employers looking to hire – all in as soon as 16 short weeks and at no cost to you. Over the course of the past year, more than 800 people earned credentials through the Fast-Track program.

  • Earn industry-recognized credentials
  • Certificates can be earned in as soon as 16 weeks or less
  • Work with a dedicated academic & career coach
  • Gain hands-on experience
  • Career and Interview Coaching and Job and Employer Connections

To be eligible for the Fast-Track program, you must:

  • Must be 18 years old or older
  • Have a high school diploma or GED
  • Complete 2023-2024 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
  • Must be an Ohio resident for at least 12 months

Get Started Today

Contact Enrollment Services at (440) 366-4032 or lcccadvising@lorainccc.edu to learn more.

Simone Yalanty

A brighter future

LCCC’s Fast-Track certification program helped Simone Yalanty of Lorain turn a COVID-19 layoff into a career change. She is now working towards a short-term certificate in Computer Information Systems – Software Development.

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Fast-Track 16-Week Programs

Business and Entrepreneurship

Credit Programs

Non-Credit Programs

he Frank P. Saladis Certificate in Project Management is an innovative virtual training program designed to help you gain the knowledge, skills and tools you need to manage projects, lead project teams or prepare for the PMP® certification exam.

Learn more about our non-credit Project Management Program.

Computers and IT

Engineering and Manufacturing 

We are proud partners of the Lorain County Manufacturing Sector Partnership. Learn more about manufacturing careers at MakingOhio.com. 

Non-Credit Programs

12 MONTH ONLINE ACCESS

Online training from Lorain County Community College and Tooling U-SME offers a quick-start, progressive road map that allows manufacturers to build career paths for employees, enhance your existing on the job training and create a job progression plan. It is efficient, effective training that has been developed with input from manufacturing experts.

Training delivers immediate instruction in the areas needed most by today’s manufacturers.

Training Topics:

  • Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals

Program Highlights:

  • Content developed by industry experts
  • Mix and match all offerings for personal job progression paths
  • Accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Self-paced
  • Predefined curriculum for each job role
  • Knowledge assessments

Location: 

Online and self-paced.

12 MONTH ONLINE ACCESS

Online training from Lorain County Community College and Tooling U-SME offers a quick-start, progressive road map that allows manufacturers to build career paths for employees, enhance your existing on the job training and create a job progression plan. It is efficient, effective training that has been developed with input from manufacturing experts.

Training delivers immediate instruction in the areas needed most by today’s manufacturers.

Training Topics:

  • Assembler
  • Mechanic

Program Highlights:

  • Content developed by industry experts
  • Mix and match all offerings for personal job progression paths
  • Accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Self-paced
  • Predefined curriculum for each job role
  • Knowledge assessments

Location: 

Online and self-paced

Login information will be emailed to you after enrollment is completed

Time Commitment:

Modules typically take 60 minutes to complete.

12 MONTH ONLINE ACCESS

Online training from Lorain County Community College and Tooling U-SME offers a quick-start, progressive road map that allows manufacturers to build career paths for employees, enhance your existing on the job training and create a job progression plan. It is efficient, effective training that has been developed with input from manufacturing experts.

Training delivers immediate instruction in the areas needed most by today’s manufacturers.

Training Topics:

  • Engineering Fundamentals
  • Engineering Technician

Program Highlights:

  • Content developed by industry experts
  • Mix and match all offerings for personal job progression paths
  • Accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Self-paced
  • Predefined curriculum for each job role
  • Knowledge assessments

Location: 

Online and self-paced

Login information will be emailed to you after enrollment is completed

Time Commitment:

Modules typically take 60 minutes to complete.

12 MONTH ONLINE ACCESS

Online training from Lorain County Community College and Tooling U-SME offers a quick-start, progressive road map that allows manufacturers to build career paths for employees, enhance your existing on the job training and create a job progression plan. It is efficient, effective training that has been developed with input from manufacturing experts.

Training delivers immediate instruction in the areas needed most by today’s manufacturers.

Training Topics:

  • Machining Fundamentals
  • Grinding Tech
  • Machine Operator
  • CNC Programmer
  • Production Machinist
  • Tool and Die Maker

Program Highlights:

  • Content developed by industry experts
  • Mix and match all offerings for personal job progression paths
  • Accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Self-paced
  • Predefined curriculum for each job role
  • Knowledge assessments

Location: 

Online and self-paced

Login information will be emailed to you after enrollment is completed.

Time Commitment:

Modules typically take 60 minutes to complete

12 MONTH ONLINE ACCESS

Online training from Lorain County Community College and Tooling U-SME offers a quick-start, progressive road map that allows manufacturers to build career paths for employees, enhance your existing on the job training and create a job progression plan. It is efficient, effective training that has been developed with input from manufacturing experts.

Training delivers immediate instruction in the areas needed most by today’s manufacturers.

Training Topics:

  • Maintenance Fundamental
  • Electrical Production
  • Maintenance Production
  • Automation Technician
  • Electrical Technician
  • Fluid Systems Technician

Program Highlights:

  • Content developed by industry experts
  • Mix and match all offerings for personal job progression paths
  • Accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Self-paced
  • Predefined curriculum for each job role
  • Knowledge assessments

Location: 

Online and self-paced

Login information will be emailed to you after enrollment is completed

Time Commitment:

Modules typically take 60 minutes to complete

12-MONTH ONLINE ACCESS

The SME Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) credential demonstrates that an individual has foundational manufacturing knowledge and may be an ideal candidate for entry-level employment. It is the first step toward a lifelong career in an industry where there is opportunity for advancement and well-paying jobs.

Once the 25 course modules have been completed, you will be prepared to sit for the CMfgA certification.

Details

Training Topics:

  • Introduction to Additive Manufacturing
  • Introduction to CNC Machines
  • Introduction to Assembly
  • Safety for Assembly
  • Tools for Threaded Fasteners
  • Basic Measurement
  • Basics of Tolerance
  • Blueprint Reading
  • 5S Overview
  • Troubleshooting
  • Quality Overview
  • Introduction to Robotics
  • Robot Safety
  • Bloodborne Pathogens
  • Intro to OSHA
  • Ergonomics
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Lockout/Tagout Procedures
  • SDS and Hazard Communication
  • Hand and Power Tool Safety
  • Fire Safety and Prevention
  • Math Fundamentals
  • Math: Fractions and Decimals
  • Units of Measurement
  • Lean Manufacturing Overview

Program Highlights:

  • Content developed by industry experts
  • Accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Self-paced
  • Knowledge assessments

Location: 

Online and self-paced

Login information will be emailed to you after enrollment is completed!

Time Commitment:

Modules typically take 60 minutes to complete

Potential Funding:

Fast-Track funding may be available, contact Michelle Pawlak, mpawlak@lorainccc.edu for more information!

12 MONTH ONLINE ACCESS

Online training from Lorain County Community College and Tooling U-SME offers a quick-start, progressive road map that allows manufacturers to build career paths for employees, enhance your existing on the job training and create a job progression plan. It is efficient, effective training that has been developed with input from manufacturing experts.

Training delivers immediate instruction in the areas needed most by today’s manufacturers.

Training Topics:

  • Quality Technician

Program Highlights:

  • Content developed by industry experts
  • Mix and match all offerings for personal job progression paths
  • Accessible anytime, anywhere
  • Self-paced
  • Predefined curriculum for each job role
  • Knowledge assessments

Location: 

Online and self-paced

Login information will be emailed to you after enrollment is completed

Time Commitment:

Modules typically take 60 minutes to complete.

Health and Wellness

Fast-Track Two-Semester Programs

Business and Entrepreneurship

Credit Programs

Computers and IT

Education

Engineering and Manufacturing 

Health and Wellness

Human/Social Services and Public Safety

Science and Mathematics

Get Started today

Contact Enrollment Services at (440) 366-4032 or lcccadvising@lorainccc.edu to learn more.

More Short-Term Training Programs

Are you unemployed or under-employed?

Contact OhioMeansJobs Lorain County at (440) 324-5244 to express interest in the Fast-Track to Employment Certificate programs. A Workforce Development Specialist will work with you to review if you may be eligible for services and potential funding.

Already met with an advisor and signed up for classes?

Complete the program agreement form below.

Fast Track program agreement form

Name(Required)
Have you met with a Fast-Track advisor?(Required)
Have you completed a FAFSA?(Required)
Have you completed the Fast Track/Part-Time SAIL study intake form?(Required)
Acknowledgement(Required)
In order to receive funding, I must complete the FAFSA and Study Intake form.
  • If the FAFSA is not completed, funding will not be disbursed, and the student will be responsible for all charges.
  • The Fast Track program is part of a research study being conducted by Lorain County Community College and in partnership with MDRC.
  • I understand I may opt out of the study at any point by letting the program staff know.

The Fast Track program will only pay for completed courses (no withdrawals, drops, or FAW’s).

  • If courses are not completed, the student will be responsible for the balance of tuition & fees.

If you have to withdrawal or drop for reasons beyond your control, please contact the program office at 440-366-4117 or complete the Tuition Appeal request form.