Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions
Age Requirements
Books and Supplies
Cancelled Classes
Confirmation of Enrollment
Disability Services
Payment
Refunds
Registration

General Questions

Where can I pick up a schedule?

You may pick up a schedule from any WITC campus location or e-mail your address to us and a copy will be mailed to you. Click on "Class Finder" for current semester information.

What is a non-credit or non-degree course?

A non-degree or non-credit course is a class you would take for personal enrichment, personal development, certification, licensure or for informational purposes. Non-degree or non-credit also means that these classes will not transfer or have a credit value for any technical diploma, two-year or four-year degree here or at other degree institutions.

When do classes start?

Fall courses are in session September through December. Most spring non-degree courses run late January through May. Summer classes are held June through August.

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Age Requirements

Students Under Age 16

1989 Wisconsin Act 24 allows Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College to enroll persons age 16 or under in classes. The law provides that persons under age 16 must meet regular admission criteria, provide written permission of parent or guardian, and not attend classes during the normal school day.

Student Under Age 18

A person under age 18 must provide written permission from their parent or guardian to attend classes and also sign a commitment to pay for these classes.

Senior Citizen Fee

To qualify for the senior citizen fee, you must be 62 years of age or older while a class is in session.

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Books and Supplies

In some classes, students are expected to purchase textbooks, and for some classes, other supplies as needed. All textbooks and most supplies are available at the WITC Bookstores located in Ashland, New Richmond and Rice Lake or through UW Superior Bookstore in Superior. The cost of books and supplies are not included in fees.

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Cancelled Classes

If You have to cancel:

If you have to change your plans, you need to notify the Continuing Education office at the WITC campus prior to the start date of your class. We'll give you a 100 percent refund.

If WITC cancels a class:

WITC will make every effort to inform students when classes must be cancelled. It is important that student telephone numbers are kept up-to-date with Student Services. If there is low enrollment in a class, we will cancel or postpone the class. If we have to cancel your class, we'll give you 100 percent refund. If you don't hear from us, your class will meet as scheduled.

Weather-Related Cancellations:

Please check the web at www.witc.edu for campus closing information.

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Confirmation of Enrollment

WITC will not notify you to confirm your enrollment. However, WITC will notify you if your class has been postponed or cancelled. Mark your calendar for the dates and times of your classes.

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Disability Services

Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities

Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made to ensure access to academic programs, activities, services, and employment in accordance with 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 standards. If you need accommodations, contact your campus Disabilities Specialist or Sandra Sutter, WITC Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX, Section 504, and Title VII Coordinator, at 715.468.2815, TTY 715.468.7755 30 days in advance of needed assistance.

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Payment

Payment in full must be received before the first class meets.

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Refunds

100% refunds will be issued to students who drop the class prior to class start date.

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Registration

When to Register:

Registering early is the best way to insure that your course will be held as scheduled. Be sure to register at least one week prior to the start of class. Classes fill rapidly, and are filled on a first come basis. If fewer than ten (10) students enroll in a class, it may be canceled. The decision to cancel a class due to insufficient registrations, will be made two days prior to the start of the class.

How to Register:

For your convenience, several methods are available to register for classes. Students may register:

By web:	Use WITC's Class Finder to search for classes. Once you find a course, "click here to add this course to your registration form" text found at the top of the Course Information page. Click either "select another course", "view selected courses" or "process your registration".
By mail:	Complete and mail the registration form .
By phone:	Contact Student Services to enroll by phone if you use a credit card.
By fax:	Fax your completed registration form and credit card information to the campus of your choice.
In person:	Visit Student Services at a campus near you.

WITC is an equal opportunity employer/educator functioning under the affirmative action plan. The Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or other applicable legislated categories, in its services, employment programs, and/or its educational programs and activities, including but not limited to admissions, treatment, and access. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Sandy Sutter, Affirmative Action Officer, WITC Administrative Office, 505 Pine Ridge Drive, Shell Lake, WI 54871, 715-468- 2815, TDD: 715-468-7755. Program information or assistance regarding requests for reasonable accommodation under the Americans With Disabilities Act can be obtained from the College Affirmative Action Office.

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