--- title: Western Technical College | Start Now description: Success Starts Here. We might be biased, but the main Western campus takes it to the next level. --- [Skip to content](https://success.westerntc.edu#main-content) [![](https://success.westerntc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/logo-1.png?width=236&height=39&name=logo-1.png)](https://success.westerntc.edu/?hsLang=en) [ASK AN ADMISSION COACH](https://44025001.hs-sites.com/western-technical-college-start-now?hsLang=en#ask-coach) [HOW TO APPLY](https://westerntc.my.site.com/app/TX_SiteLogin?startURL=%2Fapp%2FTargetX_Portal__PB)             # Curiosity. Tenacity. Passion. Congrats! You’ve taken the first step and started to consider what your life might look like when you explore the potential in what’s next — the path to the life you imagine. Let’s discover what next means for you. ## TAKE THE STEP — APPLY NOW. Clicking “apply” is the first of a series of moments that will add up to form your future self. Take the step — Western awaits. 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[CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAM](https://www.westerntc.edu/academic-programs) 100% FACULTY HAVE WORKED IN THE FIELD THEY TEACH 96% GRADUATES EMPLOYED WITHIN 6 MONTHS $585,127 PROVIDED IN SCHOLARSHIPS LAST YEAR ![Calculas probelms](https://success.westerntc.edu/hubfs/Calculas%20probelms.jpg "Calculas probelms") ## FEATURED PROGRAMS #### FIND YOUR CAREER — NOT JUST A “JOB." 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others. ![WTC-success LP-IT](https://44025001.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/44025001/hubfs/WTC-success%20LP-IT.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=WTC-success%20LP-IT.jpg) ##### **IT Data & Analytics Specialist** Unlock the power of data and drive smart decisions with a career that shapes the future. ![WTC-success LP-med assistant](https://44025001.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/44025001/hubfs/WTC-success%20LP-med%20assistant.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=WTC-success%20LP-med%20assistant.jpg) ##### **Medical Assistant** Be the heart of healthcare—train to make a difference every day in a hands-on, patient-centered role. ![WTC-success LP-human services](https://44025001.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/44025001/hubfs/WTC-success%20LP-human%20services.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=WTC-success%20LP-human%20services.jpg) ##### **Human Services** Empower others and build communities with a rewarding career focused on helping those in need. ![WTC-success 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Whether you’re a high school junior or senior thinking about next steps or you’re already in the workforce looking to level up your skills (and earning potential), it’s easy to get in touch with your Western team.   ![Western Tech214B9A0546-1](https://success.westerntc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Western%20Tech214B9A0546-1.jpg?width=649&name=Western%20Tech214B9A0546-1.jpg) 1 ## CALL WESTERN HOME. Our campus is the right sort of place for the uncompromising pursuit of happiness. Get the full college experience, including service-learning opportunities, right here on the Western grounds.     [EXPLORE STUDENT LIFE](https://www.westerntc.edu/student-life) ![Western Tech194B9A0506-1](https://success.westerntc.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Western%20Tech194B9A0506-1.jpg?width=649&name=Western%20Tech194B9A0506-1.jpg) 2 ## SEE FOR YOURSELF There’s no better way to see yourself here at Western than by paying us a visit! 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