Great Lakes Regional Training Center at Washtenaw Community College
General
Information pages 3–6
Page 3: We provide one-on-one advising to answer your questions, develop customized academic plans and help you schedule classes. Learn about planning for online classes and our student-centered focus.
Pages 5: Compare Tuition Rates
Page 6: Getting Started at WCC
Journeyman Industrial page 7
Five classes and your apprenticeship completion—that’s all it takes to earn your Journeyman Industrial degree with Washtenaw Community College.
Industrial Training page 8
The Industrial Training degree program offers professional and technical courses related to trade teaching in the United Association.
Construction Supervision page 9
Learn about advanced training options.
UA program contacts page 11
UNITED ASSOCIATION AND WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE—EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
With opportunities to earn college credits from your UA apprenticeship and instructor training, UA at WCC offers an education partnership. Whether you are an apprentice or journeyman, WCC has a degree program to advance your career potential:
• Construction Supervision
• Industrial Training
• Journeyman Industrial
Located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the College has hosted the UA Instructor Training Program for 30 years. WCC has provided quality, accessible education for over 50 years and serves approximately 22,000 credit and 8,000 noncredit students each year. With more than 100 online classes, we offer convenience and flexibility so you can finish your associate degree.
STUDENT-CENTERED APPROACH
You will have access to dedicated staff who are committed to providing the services that you need in order to achieve academic success.
Your WCC UA Manager can assist you with:
• College credit for your apprenticeship
• Advising
• Transcripts
• Registration
• Graduation
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Mid-October to early January 15 Weeks mid-January End of April
Mid-March to end of August 12 Weeks early May Mid-August
SAVE MONEY WITH CREDIT FOR APPRENTICESHIP
The cost of tuition and fees varies significantly between colleges and universities. Generally, a public community (two-year) college, such as WCC, will cost much less than a four-year college or university. For the 2025 -2026 academic year, WCC’s tuition rate (including fees) for online classes is $161 per credit hour for out-of-state students.
See wccnet.edu/tuition for the most current in-district and out-of-district tuition rates.
When estimating the cost of your associate degree at WCC, consider the value of the college credits that we grant you for your UA Apprenticeship or UA Star Exam.
UA
APPRENTICESHIP
MAJOR/ PROGRAM (15 CREDITS)
*Earned at WCC or may be transferred from previous college.
GENERAL EDUCATION *
APPRENTICESHIP AND UA STAR EXAM VERIFICATION
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
UA members who achieved journey status after August 2000 and current UA apprentices can receive 45 college credits from WCC for completing their apprenticeship experience. Interested apprentices should see their Local Union Training Coordinator to be registered for these college credits.
UA members who achieved journey status prior to August 2000 will need to pass the UA STAR exam to receive the 45 credits for their apprenticeship experience.
ESTIMATED COST OF AN ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
Based on 2025-2026 out-of-state* online tuition rates. See wccnet.edu/tuition for current in-district and out-of-district rates.
WCC TUITION AND FEES
UA Apprenticeship
General Education
Major (Program Option)
Estimated Cost of Textbooks
Estimated Cost for Your Associate Degree
$161 x 45 credits
$161 x 16 credits** [5 classes]
$161x 15 credits [5 classes]
$100 per book x 10 classes
* Tuition rate may vary based on residency. See wccnet.edu for more information.
** Contact your WCC UA Manager to develop a customized academic plan.
FLEXIBILITY
Savings of $7245
$2576
$2415
$1,000
$5991
WCC’s online degree programs are designed to help you meet your academic and career goals. Online learners need to be independent, motivated self-starters. Online classes are available to you 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, so you have the flexibility to schedule study and class time around work or family time. Attend class anywhere you have access to a computer with high speed internet.
WHAT IS THE ONLINE LEARNING ADVANTAGE?
With more than 100 online classes available, it is possible to finish your college degree completely online. Every class incorporates quality online standards for a complete e-Learning student experience.
Virtual classroom
Connect with your UA brothers and sisters through online discussion boards. Save time by taking tests and submitting class assignments all online without driving to campus.
Online video lectures
Learn from industry professionals and WCC’s faculty as they deliver important course content when it is convenient for you. Online videos are available 24/7.
Online faculty support
Take advantage of a flexible but supportive educational experience. Many of WCC’s online instructors come from industry and understand the challenges of planning your school schedule around work, family and other responsibilities.
