Louisiana Community & Technical College System

LCTC and Loyola University New Orleans have formalized a statewide transfer agreement that provides students and alumni across all 12 of Louisiana's community and technical colleges with guaranteed admission and junior standing in Loyola's Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program.

“Through this partnership, students and alumni have a clear path from an associate degree to a bachelor's degree, making it easier to continue their education, increase their earning potential, and enter the workforce more quickly.”
—LCTC President Richard Nelson

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Building Louisiana’s workforce starts with preparing people for the jobs being created today and equipping them with the skills to succeed in work and in life.

In this feature from The Advocate, learn how Louisiana Delta Community College and Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College - NLTCC are helping meet workforce demands through industry-aligned training and employer partnerships.

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How LCTC is helping build the workforce supporting Louisiana’s infrastructure boom From data centers and energy facilities to industrial plants and transportation projects, Louisiana is investing heavily in the infrastructure needed to support the nation’s future. Behind each project is a

The competition floor is buzzing.

From welding booths to culinary kitchens, students from Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges are putting their skills to the test at the SkillsUSA Championships in Atlanta.

These competitions demand technical expertise, professionalism, and poise under pressure — and our students are rising to the challenge. Best of luck to our competitors as they continue to showcase the skills Louisiana's workforce depends on. We're rooting for you!

We’re hiring an Executive Director of Enterprise Applications and Application Development to join our IT team.

This leadership role oversees the strategy, performance, and future direction of enterprise systems across Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges statewide.

If you've led Banner environments, built high-performing teams and solved complex technology challenges at scale, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Baton Rouge (on-site)
Apply: https://bit.ly/4fnNY0L

Thank you to members of the Louisiana Legislature for their continued support of Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges.

"The 2026 legislative session was a tremendous success for Louisiana, delivering meaningful investments that will strengthen our workforce and expand opportunities for students and employers alike. We appreciate Governor Jeff Landry's leadership and his commitment to making workforce development a priority. Through these collaborative efforts, we continue to align education and training with Louisiana's economic needs and prepare graduates to meet workforce demands. This continued commitment helps ensure Louisiana remains competitive, prosperous, and prepared for the opportunities ahead."
—Richard Nelson, LCTC President

Workforce-ready and competition-bound.

The Louisiana delegation gathered for dinner in Atlanta tonight as students from Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges prepare to participate in the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference and SkillsUSA Championships.

Over the next several days, these young professionals will join thousands of students from across the country to learn, lead, compete and showcase the skills our workforce needs.

We’re proud to cheer them on as they represent Louisiana on a national stage!

A $50,000 grant from the Drax Group US Foundation is helping Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges expand STEM scholarships and workforce pathways across the state. The investment supports students pursuing high-demand careers while creating hands-on STEM and manufacturing opportunities for future generations of Louisiana’s workforce.

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🚨 Last call for applications!

We're hiring a Communications & Events Student Intern to support social media, digital communications, graphic design, events, and more at Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges. The position is based on-site at the LCTC Board Office in Baton Rouge.

It's a great opportunity for students interested in communications, marketing, public relations, or design to gain hands-on experience, assist with public-facing events, and build professional skills.

Applicants must be able to work up to 20 hours per week during regular semesters and up to 29 hours per week during the summer.

Apply at careers.lctcs.edu before Friday, May 22.

Good news — the Jump Start Construction Connect Scholarship application has been extended through Friday, May 22.

If you’re a Jump Start graduate pursuing construction or a skilled trades pathway, there’s still time to apply for scholarship support as you continue your training and prepare for what’s next.

For more information and to apply: https://bit.ly/JumpStartConstruction2026

Credentials earned, tassels turned. Caps tossed and futures launched.

Across Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges, thousands of graduates are stepping confidently into what’s next — new careers, continued education, and brighter futures for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Congratulations, Class of 2026. We’re proud of all you’ve accomplished, and Louisiana is stronger because of you.