Welcome to the Leech Lake Tribal College where our mission is to provide quality higher education grounded in Anishinaabe values! The story of Leech Lake Tribal College is a unique one that continues to unfold with each passing year and with the always growing array of individuals that make up the Leech Lake Tribal College family.
WHY ATTEND LLTC
WHAT OUR ALUMNI HAVE TO SAY
AREAS OF STUDY
Liberal Education – A.A.
The Liberal Education program is a two-year course of study designed intentionally as an exploration of and exposure to many disciplines, development of a wide breadth of understanding of liberal education and preparation for transfer to four-year institutions.
Indigenous Leadership – A.A.
The Indigenous Leadership program focuses on the people of the Leech Lake Reservation, their world view, culture, and knowledge. Providing skills to identify community concerns and then engage in community service.
Indigenous Science – A.A.
The program will provide students with an opportunity to customize their educational background to fit the student’s future four year STEM major of choice. Graduates of the Associate in Arts Degree in Indigenous Science can transition into a four-year STEM Bachelor of Science degree.
IS Forest Ecology – A.A.
The IS Forest Ecology program is intended for students with an interest in plant communities, water, forestry, wildlife and fisheries and/or recreation management.
IS Information Technology- A.A.
The Information Technology (IT) program is designed for students to receive an Associate of Arts Degree in Indigenous Science with an emphasis in IT. The IT track offers knowledge and experience in computer systems, programming, data management, computer forensics, and much more through classroom and co-curricular opportunities.
IS Human Health – A.A.
The Human Health (HH) program is designed for students to receive an Associates of Arts Degree in Indigenous Science with an emphasis in Human Health. The HH track explores health and society through Anishinaabeg perspectives. With a strong focus on psychology, math, chemistry, and more.
Business Management A.A.S.
The Business Management program prepares students in the process of developing the strategies, plans, procedures and policies that guide a business on both a day-to-day and long-term basis.
Law Enforcement A.A.S.
The Law Enforcement Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.) is part of the Professional Peace Officer Education Program requirement for the Minnesota Peace Officer licensing standards. All course work is certified by the Minnesota Board of POST.
Early Childhood Education A.A.
The program will provide students with an opportunity to customize their educational background to fit the student’s future four-year Early Childhood Education major.
Integrated Residential Builder A.A.S.
This program integrates building science applications for energy performance (Passivhaus, zero energy ready home-DOE, Energy Star Rated) and multidisciplinary approaches from ecology, agriculture, architecture and construction into a two-year program.
Residential Carpentry Diploma
The program coursework will provide the student with a mix of technical and general education, theory and hands-on learning experiences. General areas of study include building codes, blueprint reading, estimating, site building-science layout, concrete, framing, and interior & exterior finish.
Electrical Technician Certificate
The program offers an industry-recognized curriculum providing the basic knowledge and skills in applied electrical theory; residential wiring, blueprint reading, construction safety, and The National Electrical Code. Students gain valuable electrical experience through coursework, lab instruction, and hands-on work.
