Picture Yourself at North Hennepin Community College
NHCC What do you picture for your future?
Gaining knowledge, new experiences? Excelling in a career you love? Acquiring the most sought-after skills? Turn your vision into reality! Picture yourself at
North Hennepin Community College
Looking Back Four-hundred and fourteen students clad in bellbottoms, took classes in crowded quarters using makeshift desks and sharing supplies when our doors opened in 1966. From our humble, yet groovy beginnings, we’ve grown and expanded to become one of the largest community colleges in the state of Minnesota, serving more than 9,000 students each year with credit classes and another 6,000 with non-credit training.
Picture Yourself at North Hennepin Today Taking classes in a comfortable and welcoming environment, with the tools and support to help you succeed. Learning from highly credentialed faculty, who are dedicated to teaching, and have worked in their field to gain real-world experience. Getting personal attention from your instructors, because our class sizes are small. With day, evening, weekend, accelerated, and online classes, you’ll find what you need to fit college into your life, and into your budget. Tuition and fees are substantially lower at North Hennepin Community College than at traditional four-year and private two-year institutions. Here, you’ll get a wellrounded, quality education that will transfer to a university or to a career.
Looking Ahead Many of our students picture themselves transferring to a 4-year university after their NHCC experience – so we make the process an easy one. We follow the Minnesota State Transfer Curriculum for our Associate of Arts (A.A.) degrees so your credits transfer to any Minnesota college or university – as well as to schools in many other states. Career and program-specific transfer agreements exist with select universities for our Associate of Fine Arts (A.F.A.) and Associate of Science (A.S.) degree programs, too. Or maybe you’ll decide to get an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree or certificate and plunge into the workforce after graduation. And if you find yourself pretty comfortable here, our partnerships with Minnesota universities allow you to take classes towards several 4-year degree programs right here on our campus.
Picture Yourself with Options North Hennepin Community College educates a diverse student population. Because everyone has their own individual learning styles and schedule, we offer a variety of convenient options to fit any unique lifestyle.
Online Prefer to work at home or at your local coffee shop? NHCC offers accredited online classes, certificates and degree programs. The pace is intense, but the learning is deep and you get to set your own hours.
Fast Track Classes Designed to be completed in a shorter period of time through concentrated instruction, these classes often start later in the semester and can be completed in weeks rather than months, getting you on the “fast track” to meeting your education goals.
Evening Options If evening classes work best for you, we have classes running from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday on the Brooklyn Park campus and at our off-campus site - Buffalo High School.
Classes in Buffalo Live closer to Buffalo than Brooklyn Park? Off-campus classes taught at Buffalo High School on weeknights are a convenient option.
Business (ASAP) Associate of Science Accelerated Program Accelerate your career in the business world. Business ASAP allows you to balance career and educational goals with the daily demands of work, family and personal responsibilities. Earn an A.S. in Business Management in this high-quality and convenient program.
Every-Other Weekend College Take classes on alternate Saturdays and Sundays towards transfer, a certificate, an A.S. or an A.A. degree. These courses require less time in the classroom and more independent study.
Credit for Prior Learning Already been out in the work force? Earn credit for prior work experience that relates to your area of study and shorten the amount of time required to get your degree.
Continuing Education and Customized Training Our Continuing Education & Customized Training programs offer non-credit classes, certificates, and specialized training for individuals and for businesses at our facility, training centers or your place of business.
Bachelor’s Degrees from Partnering Universities Earn your Bachelor’s degree with the convenience of taking classes on NHCC’s campus. We partner with Minnesota universities including Minnesota State University - Moorhead Metropolitan State University, and St. Cloud State University to offer several 4-year degree programs.
Picture Yourself Getting More for your Money College is an investment in your future – it will open up new possibilities, help you earn more in your career and the knowledge you gain can never be taken away. With all the benefits, we understand you still have to be concerned about college costs. NHCC is one of 37 Minnesota State Colleges and Universities financially supported by the state. For every dollar a Minnesota resident pays in tuition, the state pays $1.02 to support your education. You pay less in tuition and fees, but the education you get rivals that of the most prestigious university. North Hennepin’s staff members are available to help you through the financial aid process – to answer your questions and make the process as easy to understand and stress-free as possible. Almost $15 million is awarded annually in scholarships, financial aid, grants and loans to students at NHCC.
... at an Accredited Institution All programs at NHCC meet accreditation standards set by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In addition, numerous individual programs meet rigorous standards set by professional accrediting or approval organizations. What does this mean for you? You can be certain the education you receive at NHCC is high quality and recognized by other institutions - our accreditation is your assurance.
Campus Snapshot Located minutes from downtown Minneapolis in Brooklyn Park, our 80-acre campus and nine buildings house up-to-date classrooms with multimedia equipment and labs featuring the latest in technology. Easy access to vibrant Minneapolis and St. Paul provides an array of big-city experiences including renowned theater, art and museums, and professional sports. NHCC is easy to access from major highways in the northwest metro area of the Twin Cities. There is ample on-campus and off-street parking with handicap and visitor accommodations. And we are directly on the Metro Transit bus line.
Picture Yourself Studying What You Love
Liberal Arts/General Studies To be successful in any career field, you must be able to communicate well and solve problems in a team environment. These skills are developed through the study of liberal arts. General education courses provide you with a wide variety of learning experiences and prepare you for a career or to transfer.
History Historians attempt to find patterns and meaning through the study of documents and artifacts left by people of other times and places. The Associate of Arts degree with an Emphasis in History provides students with the required history courses to allow them to continue on toward a bachelor’s degree with a minor or major in history.
Individualized Studies Designed for students who are currently working or have experience in a professional career, the A.S. in Individualized Studies degree allows students to develop the curriculum that will meet their own unique career-related goals.
Liberal Arts The Associate of Arts degree is designed to constitute the first two years of a liberal arts bachelor's degree program. Students may also choose to concentrate in a particular field of study in preparation for a planned major.
Mathematics As a science of abstract objects, mathematics relies on logic rather than on observation as its standard of truth. The Associate of Science degree in Mathematics prepares students for continued study in a bachelor’s degree program in mathematics, statistics, computer science, science, and engineering as well as for positions in these fields.
North Hennepin Community College offers more than 70 programs and majors as Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.), Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.), and Associate of Fine Arts (A.F.A.) degrees as well as certificate programs.
Art and Design While art may be quite subjective, anyone who wishes to develop artistic skill needs to study the technique of master artists and learn to appreciate various art styles. An art degree may be the ticket to a career in the fine arts.
Graphic Design NHCC’s Graphic Design Program, the third oldest of those offered in accredited colleges in the Twin Cities, teaches students to visualize concepts, solve problems and skillfully design projects. Our state-of-the-art Macintosh Computer Lab with the latest in hardware and software design programs allow students to gain a thorough working knowledge of them. Students graduate with a Associate of Science Degree and advanced design skills that make them very popular with employers in the field.
Studio Arts A degree in the studio arts may concentrate in drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, or any number of visual media. Students explore the history of the visual arts and the principles of design. NHCC’s Associate of Fine Arts in Studio Arts degree prepares an artist to practice the fine arts and continue their studies in a bachelor’s degree art program at a four-year institution.
Business and Computer Science Gain the practical skills you need to be qualified in the business world. NHCC’s career-focused programs include training in the current technology of today’s job market.
Accounting Learn to examine, analyze and interpret accounting data and prepare financial statements. North Hennepin offers Associate of Science and Associate of Applied Science degrees as well as specialized certificate programs.
Business Management Gain the skills you need for a position of leadership. NHCC offers A.S. or A.A.S. degrees in Business Management as well as specialized certificate programs. If you want to further your education, you can earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Metropolitan State University on NHCC’s campus.
Business Computer Systems and Management The A.S. and A.A.S. degrees in Business Computer Systems and Management and certificate programs provide the tools for good management practices as well as how to use the latest computer technology to solve business problems and effectively support a team environment.
Computer Science Learn to design, code, and test robust, interactive programs in the Computer Science A.S. degree program or specialized certificate. Gain the skills to launch a career in the everexpanding worlds of information technology, computer programming, and software development.
Marketing, Advertising, and Sales Sales, marketing and advertising specialists are good communicators. They're skilled at finding ways to convey a company's strengths and to promote its products. An Associate of Science in Marketing degree or certificate in marketing, advertising or sales will prepare you for entry into a career in sales, advertising, marketing, retail, management and merchandising positions.
Paralegal Prepare to assist lawyers and administrators of law-related occupations in providing efficient legal services to the public. North Hennepin’s Paralegal program is approved by the American Bar Association.
Science and Health Careers If you seek a deeper understanding of the natural world and the human condition, a career in the field of Science or Health may be for you.
Biology
Medical Lab Technology (MLT)
A degree in Biology will give you valuable analytical and laboratory skills – the Associate of Science in Biology prepares you for work as a biology lab assistant. Or continue your studies through a partnership with Minnesota State University - Moorhead. Graduates can earn a B.A. degree in Biology at NHCC in Brooklyn Park.
Prepare to work as a member of the health care team, performing laboratory procedures aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Delivered by current certified practitioners in the field, graduates of North Hennepin’s MLT program will be eligible to sit for the national certification exam. NHCC’s MLT program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS).
Chemistry Chemists transform everyday materials into amazing things. The knowledge gained through the study of chemistry opens many career pathways. Prepare for work as a chemical lab assistant with an Associate of Arts degree in Chemistry, earn a certificate, or continue on to a bachelor’s degree program.
Histotechnology Since laboratory tests have become increasingly important in the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and disease, so has the work of the histotechnologist – preparing tissue samples for microscopic examination. NHCC’s Histotechnology program is delivered by current certified practitioners in the field. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the national certification exam.
Nursing North Hennepin Community College’s Nursing program offers two options – a standard option for students with no previous experience and a mobility option for Licensed Practical Nurses. Both options result in an Associate of Science Degree. North Hennepin also offers nursing graduates the opportunity to earn their B.S.N. degree from Metropolitan State University by taking classes on the NHCC campus.
Physical Education Learn good nutrition patterns, stress reduction techniques, the muscles used in movement, and how lifetime activity contributes to wellness. The Physical Education program prepares students for transfer to related four-year health degrees and for positions at fitness centers and health clubs as personal trainers, athletic trainers, and fitness specialists.
Human and Protective Services An invaluable component in maintaining the structure of civilized society, those who work in human and protective services protect lives, property, and assist the public.
Criminal Justice Graduates with a degree in criminal justice can enter the fields of law enforcement, corrections or security administration. North Hennepin’s Associate of Science in Criminal Justice program provides students with a look at the relationship between law and society through different components of the criminal justice system. It is designed to provide preparation for a variety of entry-level positions in state, county, and municipal law enforcement agencies.
Law Enforcement Become employed as a police officer, deputy, sheriff, or launch a career in one of many law enforcement fields. North Hennepin’s Associate of Science in Law Enforcement program gives students essential skills required for entrylevel employment as law enforcement officers with state, county, or municipal governments, or with private enterprise. Students who complete the prerequisite courses are eligible to apply for admission to the Center for Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement and take the “Professional Licensing Core” courses to earn their Law Enforcement degree.
Construction and Trades A career in the rewarding building trades offers the opportunity to work outside, to work with your hands and to work as part of a team.
Building Inspection Technology North Hennepin is one of only a handful of colleges in the country to offer an Associate of Applied Science in Building Inspection Technology. Or you can earn a certificate. Delivered by experts in the field, classes teach the concepts, theories and principles of construction codes.
Construction Management The A.S. in Construction Management is designed for managers who want to blend building design and engineering knowledge with management and business skills. The certificate program prepares students for entry-level supervisory positions in the construction industry. Students also have the option to earn their bachelor’s degree from Minnesota State University - Moorhead on NHCC’s Brooklyn Park campus.
Engineering (Pre) Get started toward your degree in Engineering. Earn an Associate of Science degree in Pre-Engineering that will transfer to a bachelor’s degree program.
Housing Inspection Learn the Housing Inspection industry in this certificate program designed to provide a basic understanding of current and historical construction methods and codes.
Operations Management Operations Managers focus on carefully managing processes to produce and distribute products and services, often including purchases, inventory control, logistics and efficiency. Earn your Bachelor’s degree in Project Management from Minnesota State University - Moorhead at NHCC.
Public Works Offered as a continuing education program and an in-service training series for public works personnel, students completing the Public Works certificate program will be issued a certificate by the American Public Works Association, Minnesota Chapter (APWA) and NHCC.
Picture Yourself Being Successful in College North Hennepin Community College offers many resources to help you succeed once you become a student. We’ve got hundreds of computers available for student use in multiple locations on campus. Our library provides access to books, magazines and journals, electronic databases and other resources. Professional counselors and advisors offer assistance with degree planning and course selection, as well as information about college services. • Career Resource Center • Computer labs • Counseling and Advising • Disability Access Services • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) advising • First Year Experience • Math Resource Center • Student Support Services / TRiO • Testing Center • Tutoring services • Veteran Resource Center • Writing Center
Picture Yourself Getting Involved Whether you’re interested in student government, multicultural groups, recreational sports, or theater, NHCC has a club or organization to fit your world view. Exhibit your work in our art gallery, perform in theater productions and sing with concert, community or chamber choirs. Get involved with the award-winning literary and arts magazine Under Construction, or participate in a Fine Arts Festival. Take part in recreational and physical activities. There are always new and exciting opportunities to become involved in campus life and enhance your college experience.
Capture the Experience Get involved in campus life - meet new people, develop new interests and explore new ideas. Join an existing club or organization - or go grassroots and develop a new campus club with like-minded people. Some NHCC organizations include: • Access NHCC
• Student Nurses' Association
• Black Student Council Against Racism
• Student Senate Association
• Christian Student Organization
• Student Volunteer Service Club
• Game Club
• Students for Peace
• Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Transgender
• Veterans Student Association
Alliance Group • Hispanic Students Association • International Student Association • Kappa Beta Delta • Muslim Student Association • Phi Theta Kappa • Political Debate Club
See for Yourself... Stop in and let us show you around. Visit us any Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. for a quick overview and a tour of campus. Or arrange a personal tour that fits your schedule – stop by the Information Center in the Educational Services (ES) Building or call 763-424-0702 for an appointment with a New Student Specialist and Student Ambassador. 7411 85th Avenue North Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 Phone: 763-424-0702 or 800-818-0395 Email: info@nhcc.edu www.nhcc.edu
North Hennepin Community College is located off West Broadway and 85th Avenue North in Brooklyn Park.
North Hennepin Community College is a Member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. To receive this information in alternative format, call 763-493-0555 (V) or 763-493-0558 (TTY). Lack of English skills should not be a barrier to admission or participation. In order to eliminate barriers, we take appropriate measures to assess each student’s ability to participate and benefit through placement testing and counseling. Based on the assessment and counseling, students are then provided with campus services to be better prepared for successful participation. Information contained in this publication is subject to change. Visit www.nhcc.edu for the most current information.
Our Mission North Hennepin Community College is committed to educating a diverse community of learners to maximize their intellectual, creative and leadership potential.
Our Vision The world is enriched by North Hennepin Community College students, alumni, and employees who lead full and prosperous lives and are actively engaged in their communities.
Our Values Integrity Innovation Excellence
Driving Directions From Minneapolis/St. Paul • Go west on I-94/694 to Brooklyn Blvd • Go north on Brooklyn Blvd to West Broadway • Turn right (north) on West Broadway • Turn right (east) into West Entrance parking lot From Maple Grove • Take I-94 (east or west) to Weaver Lake Road • Go east on Weaver Lake Road/85th Avenue North • Turn right (south) on West Broadway • Turn left (east) into West Entrance parking lot From Anoka/Champlin • Go south on Highway 169 to 85th Avenue North • Turn left (east) on 85th Avenue North (Mills Fleet Farm) • Follow 85th Avenue North to West Broadway • Turn right (south) on West Broadway • Turn left (east) into West Entrance parking lot
From Coon Rapids/Blaine • Go west on Highway 610 to West Broadway • Go south on West Broadway past 85th Avenue North • Turn left (east) into West Entrance parking lot From Plymouth/Minnetonka • Go north on I-494 to I-694 • Go east on I-694 to Highway 81 • Go north on Highway 81 to Brooklyn Blvd • Turn right (west) on Brooklyn Blvd • Turn left (north) on West Broadway • Turn right (east) into West Entrance parking lot From Crystal/Robbinsdale • Go north on Highway 81 to Brooklyn Blvd • Turn right (west) on Brooklyn Blvd • Turn left (north) on West Broadway • Turn right (east) into West Entrance parking lot
NHCC Academic Programs Art / Design Graphic Design Studio Arts
Business / Computer Science Accounting Advertising Business Administration Business Management Business Computer Systems Computer Information Systems Computer Programming Computer Science Desktop Publishing eCommerce Finance Management Internet Programming Leadership Marketing / Sales Retail Management Small Business Management
Liberal Arts / General Studies History Individualized Studies Liberal Arts Mathematics
Manufacturing / Trades Building Inspection Technology Construction Management Engineering (pre) Housing Inspection Operations Management Public Works
Science / Health Careers Biology Chemical Lab Assistant Chemistry Histotechnology Medical Lab Technology Nursing Physical Education
Human and Protective Services Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Paralegal Physical Education
Picture the Possibilities at
North Hennepin Community College
7411 Eighty-Fifth Avenue North • Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 Phone: 763-424-0702 • Fax: 763-424-0929 • TTY: 763-424-0949
www.nhcc.edu North Hennepin Community College is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. To receive this information in alternative format, call 763-493-0555 (V) or 763-493-0558 (TTY).