L&C is a two-year higher education institution with multiple campuses, a river research center, community education and training centers located throughout the 220,000+ person college district.

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L&C’s Adult Education and YouthBuild have helped me become a leader. They’ve made me feel like I’m a priority. I learned at my own pace and have been rewarded for learning and staying motivated. So many opportunities have opened up for me.

Jarrius Burton
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I was having bad luck finding a new career until I found L&C’s Pharmacy Technician program, which only takes one semester. The classes are thorough and leave me plenty of time for my family.

Kristina Brewer
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Lewis and Clark offers a great academic program, but athletics also caught my eye because being a part of a good team where I could feel welcomed was essential for me.

Alison Azarak
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There were so many good reasons to choose Lewis and Clark. It has a great reputation and it’s affordable. It’s close to me and gave me the option to attend classes remotely, which allows me to work more.

Andrew Beck

Which Major is Right for You?

The Builder
You’re practical and independent, with a strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills and precise attention to detail. You also like working with your hands.
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The Caregiver
You’re caring and compassionate, with a natural calling or selfless desire to care for and nurture others.
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The Creator
You’re innovative, inspiring and dedicated to pursuing your unique vision – a true original. You believe aesthetics add beauty to both life and work.
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The Entrepreneur
You live in the moment and aren’t afraid to take risks, but you also value knowledge, actionable ideas and solid results.
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The Entertainer
You love being the center of attention and sharing your passion with others. You’re also very observant and attuned to others’ emotions.
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The Healer
You’re gentle and deeply empathetic, but strong and steadfast for those who depend on you. You tend to go out of your way to help others in need.
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The Hero
You’re strong, brave, and steadfast. Despite personal risks, you’re driven by the desire for good to triumph over adversity.
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The Mechanic
You’re an observant problem solver who likes to finish or perfect things, rather than create them. You tend to favor logic and practical solutions over abstract ideas.
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The Promoter
You’re extraverted, flexible and encouraging, and are known to work well on a team. You love communicating and interacting with others, and value freedom of expression.
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The Scientist
You’re intellectually curious about the world around you, and you’re methodical about gathering and testing your ideas.
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The Techie
You’re passionate about computers and technology, and patient, with a penchant for problem solving, efficiency, and being ahead of the curve.
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Welding Technology

Looking into the future, our country’s infrastructure has been crumbling for decades, and a lot of money is being spent on developing alternative energy sources. Welders are a major part of these industries. It does not matter if it is building bridges, nuclear power plants, windmills or drilling for oil. Welders are going to be needed as long as the world needs energy, infrastructure and defense products.

Web Design and Development

Ready to work the Web? Our web design students receive hands-on experience in our cross-platform computer labs incorporating industry-current software with concept and design elements.

Truck Driver Training

Looking for a secure future in an in-demand career field, with a little adventure on the side?

Restoration Ecology

There is a growing need for training in restorative ecology in natural areas, wetlands and urban environments.

Radio Broadcasting

Radio Broadcasting L&C’s radio station WLCA 89.9-FM is an award-winning student-run radio station in the St. Louis market. What better place to learn?

Process Operations Technology

The oil refining industry offers high-demand and equally high-paying positions for process operations technicians, and L&C offers one of the top venues in the country for expert training in this field.

Pharmacy Technician

With the growing need for skilled help in pharmacies across the nation, trained pharmacy technicians are in high demand. Prepare yourself for a rewarding career and earn your certificate in only one semester.

Paramedicine & EMT

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and paramedics are a vital link between life and death in thousands of medical and traumatic emergencies each day.

Paralegal

Lawyers use paralegals (or legal assistants) more and more these days. L&C's program will prepare you for a career in a variety of law divisions.

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy helps people live their life to the fullest.

Nursing (ADN)

Nursing is both an art and a science. An individual must have compassion, a desire to help others and a commitment to life-long learning to succeed.

Nurse Assistant

Short-term Training for a Long-term Career

Music Production

We offer an AAS degree, a Certificate of Proficiency and a Certificate of Completion with concentrations in Music Production.

Music Performance

We offer an AFA degree with a concentration in Music Performance.

Medical Assisting

Medical Assistants provide hands-on, direct patient care under the supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner. Regular duties include checking patients’ vital signs, obtaining their height and weight, giving injections, performing EKGs, drawing blood, and assisting physicians in many ways to support quality patient care.

Management

Since an organization requires its many parts to function well, one of the keys to being successful is good management.

Information Technology

The Illinois Department of Employment Security ranks Computer Support Specialist as the number two career with the most annual job openings for graduates with associate degrees.

Industrial Electricity

The Industrial Electricity program (formerly Instrumentation and Control Systems) combines theory and hands-on training with state-of-the-art instruments, working processes and computerized control systems.

Health Information and Medical Coding

Medical Records and Health Information Technicians, commonly referred to as health information technicians, organize and manage health information data. They ensure its quality, accuracy, accessibility, and security in both paper and electronic systems. They use various classification systems to code and categorize patient information for insurance reimbursement purposes, for databases and registries, and to maintain patients’ medical and treatment histories.

Graphic Design

Computer graphics are everywhere - in print, on the web, in the movies, television, games, corporate branding, advertising and more. The Graphic Design program encompasses desktop publishing and digital photography as well as 3D image manipulation.

Fire Science

L&C’s Fire Science program is designed for working firefighters. Classes are offered at flexible times and at local fire departments as well as on campus.

Fine Art

Explore the vast possibilities of fine art through rich and wide-ranging experiences as you pursue an Associate of Fine Arts degree at Lewis and Clark.

Exercise Science

“Fit” is in. It’s the operative word in today’s wonderful world of wellness - especially in light of the rising “unfit” problems of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Environmental Science

Environmental technicians serve in a variety of environmental jobs for governmental agencies, private companies and non-profit organizations.

Education

To teach in Illinois public schools, students must complete a baccalaureate program at a four-year college or university and then be licensed by the state of Illinois.

Drafting and Design

If you are looking for a career in drafting for an engineering, design or architectural firm, L&C’s Drafting and Design technology programs may be just the right choice for you.

Dental Hygiene

Dental hygienists play a key role in maintaining the oral and systemic health of their clients through treatment services and education.

Dental Assisting

Now is the perfect time to start your career as a dental assistant. Dental practice has been changing rapidly, with more and more dentists employing chairside assistants and dental office administrators than ever before. This trend is projected to continue through the decade.

Criminal Justice

Whether you are an experienced officer looking to upgrade your skills, or someone looking to start a career in criminal justice, L&C’s program has a path for you.

Child Development

Some people have a great talent for working with children. If you are one of these naturally gifted caregivers and teachers of the young, L&C offers a way to put your talent into action helping a whole generation of children grow in stature from early childhood through school age.

Automotive Technology

We all know today’s automobiles are “super smart,” hence the need for “super smart” technicians.

Architectural Technology

Architecture is the creative blend of art and science used in the design of environments for people.

Accounting

Accounting is often called "the language of business."

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Explore Our Campuses
Part of what makes Lewis and Clark so unique is the beauty of its campuses. From our sculptures and gardens to our historic buildings and our newer, state-of-the-art facilities, we invite the community and the general public to visit us and see all that we have to offer.
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L&C's Mission To empower people by raising aspirations and fostering achievement through dynamic, compassionate and responsible learning experiences.

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