CLEVELAND, WI–
Lakeshore Technical College is offering a new, competency-based option for individuals to obtain a high school equivalency diploma.

The option is for limited English proficient students who are not able to obtain a diploma through the traditional HSED testing process.

Individuals complete requirements to show mastery in math, reading, science, social studies and writing as well as career awareness, civics, employability skills and health. The format will be a combination of classes and individual lab study.

LTC Manitowoc:
Orientation and information sessions will be held at LTC Manitowoc on Feb. 1 at 9 a.m. and Feb. 4 at 4 p.m. Credentialing fee and textbook purchase information will be provided during the orientation. More sessions may be held in later spring. To register for an orientation session or for more information, call or stop in Room 112 at LTC Manitowoc, 3733 Dewey St., Manitowoc, 920-683-2881.

LTC Sheboygan:
The deadline to register for the first session at LTC Sheboygan is Jan. 28, and more sessions are planned for spring. To register or for more information, call or stop in LTC Sheboygan at 3620 Wilgus Ave., Sheboygan, 920-208-5881.

About Lakeshore Technical College
Lakeshore Technical College is a leading provider of technical education offering 100 career programs including associate degrees, technical diplomas, technical certificates, and apprenticeship programs. In addition, LTC offers distance learning, customized training to business and industry, and continuing educational opportunities.

Serving a 200,500-resident population in east central Wisconsin, LTC operates a main campus in Cleveland; additional learning sites at LTC Manitowoc and LTC Sheboygan; outreach centers at area high schools in Kiel, Mishicot, Plymouth, Random Lake, Reedsville, and Two Rivers; and 27 distance learning sites. LTC’s mission is to enrich lives and strengthen the economy by preparing a workforce that is skilled, diverse and flexible. On average, 79% of LTC graduates work in the LTC District which includes Manitowoc and Sheboygan Counties, and parts of Calumet and Ozaukee Counties. Visit LTC at: gotoltc.edu.