MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology partners with Kirtland Community College to expand Forest Technology Certificate Program
Publish Date: 2026-05-18 12:45:00
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MSU Institute of Agricultural Technology partners with Kirtland Community College to expand Forest Technology Certificate Program
Newest Partnership Brings Career-Ready Forestry Education to North-Central Michigan
Michigan State University’s Institute of Agricultural Technology (MSU IAT) is proud to announce Kirtland Community College as its newest community college partner.
Starting in Fall 2026, MSU IAT will offer its Forest Technology certificate program at Kirtland Community College, expanding access to forestry education in northern Michigan. Students enrolled at Kirtland CC will be able to earn an MSU Certificate in Forest Technology while working toward their associate degree, providing a cost-effective pathway into Michigan’s forestry industry.
“MSU is committed to meeting students where they are, and this partnership with Kirtland Community College shows that commitment in action. By bringing the Forest Technology certificate to northern Michigan, we are opening doors for students to access a world-class Spartan education close to home, while preparing for in-demand careers that sustain the region’s forests and communities,” said MSU IAT Director Dr. Jennifer “Jeno” Rivera. “MSU IAT is thrilled to work alongside Kirtland and our industry partners to create flexible, affordable pathways into the forestry workforce for learners across north-central Michigan.”
Students in the IAT Forestry Technology Certificate program.
This partnership is part of MSU IAT’s statewide network that brings MSU certificate programs to students at local community colleges, making education accessible and affordable for those completing associate degrees.
The Forest Technology certificate program prepares students with the technical skills and field experience needed to sustainably manage forests in Michigan and beyond. The curriculum blends online and in-person coursework with extensive applied lab and field training.
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