Fast-Track to Employment Certificates
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 tuition free. 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 2022-2023 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Get Started today
Contact Enrollment Services at (440) 366-4032 or lcccadvising@lorainccc.edu to learn more.
Fast-Track Frequently Asked Questions
Start and complete these FREE Fast-Track programs this summer
Nearly all of our FREE Fast-Track programs can be started in the summer and completed in the fall. But you can start and finish these programs during summer semester.
- General business administration
- Real estate
- Entry-level machine technician
- Phlebotomy
- Guest service in hospitality
- Pre-license real estate
- Information security for business
- Electronics fabrication
- Manufacturing foundations
- Healthcare technology
Information Sessions
There are no sessions currently scheduled.

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.
Fast-Track 16-Week Programs
Business and Entrepreneurship
Credit Programs
- Accounting Clerk with QuickBooks Online
- Customer Service
- Guest Services in Hospitality
- Insurance Fast-Track
- Pre-License Real Estate Sales Agent
Non-Credit Programs
The 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.
Computers and IT
- Business IT Fundamentals Online
- Computer Diagnostics and CompTIA A+ Cert Prep
- Computer Networking and CompTIA
- Information Security for Business Online
- Network Infrastructure Technology/CCNA Online
- Software Development Fundamentals Online
- Software Development Introduction Online
- Web Design Fundamentals Online
- Web Programming Fundamentals Online
Engineering and Manufacturing
We are proud partners of the Lorain County Manufacturing Sector Partnership. Learn more about manufacturing careers at MakingOhio.com.
- Electronics Fabrication
- Industrial Safety Technology/Technician – General Safety
- Machining Technician
- Mechatronics Technology – Micro-Electromechanical Systems
- Manufacturing Foundations
- Robotics Operator
- Welding Technology and AWS-3F Certification
- Welding Technology – Basic Welding
- Welding Technology – Welding and Visual Inspection
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
- Emergency Medical Services
- Healthcare Technology
- Medical Coding Online
- State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA)
Fast-Track Two-Semester Programs
Business and Entrepreneurship
Credit Programs
- Accounting – Bookkeeper I Online
- Accounting Bookkeeper II Online
- Accounting – Payroll Clerk Online
- General Business Administration Online
- Government/Not-for-Profit Accounting Specialist Online
- Real Estate Online
- Tax Specialist Online
Computers and IT
- Blockchain Bootcamp I – Blockchain System Architect Online
- Blockchain Bootcamp II – Blockchain Developer Online
- Computer Maintenance & Networking
- Cyber Security Bootcamp I – Cyber Security Specialist Online
- Digital Forensics and CompTia+ Security Certification Preparation
- Network Administration Online
- Network Security Foundations Online
Education
Engineering and Manufacturing
- Computer Aided Design
- Computer-Aided Machining/Manufacturing Processes
- Construction and Renovation Tradesman
- Entry-level Machining Technician
- Environmental Safety
- General Technician
- Industrial Electrical Technician
- Industrial Internet of Things
- Industrial Mechanical Technician
- Maintenance Technician
- Manufacturing Foundations
- Right Skills Now
- Welding Technology – Advanced Welding
- Welding Technology – Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Welding Technology – Welding
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.