Lorain County Community College

Location: Elyria, OH | Institution Type: Public | Student Population: 10,138 (Fall 2022)

Lorain County Community College has a multitude of entrepreneurship resources for its students, including an Associate of Management and Entrepreneurship, an Associate of Applied Business in Entrepreneurship, a Business Growth Services center for business owners, and many relevant courses.

Entrepreneurship Programs and Resources

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Business Growth Services

LCCC’s Business Growth Services provides a one-stop location for comprehensive training and business-support for new entrepreneurs as well as established companies that need help with growth strategies.
For more information, contact Business Growth Services: (440) 366-4856

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EEC & Lorain County Community College Success Stories

Carly Caraballo

Bethesda Wellness

Bethesda Wellness, located in Avon, Ohio, is a facial and massage spa founded by an Carly in 2013. With a focus on education, relaxation, and personalized skincare, she offers top-quality treatments and expert advice to help you achieve radiant skin.

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Sarah Waters

Boondock Boarding

Sarah merged her passions to launch Boondock Boarding, a pet care venture in Northeast Ohio. Boondock prioritizes innovation and sustainability by offering boarding, bathing, rescue, and limited training services, utilizing efficient energy sources and biodegradable materials.

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Academic Programs

Management and Entrepreneurship Program

LCCC's management & entrepreneurship program is tailored to impart vital leadership skills like communication, decision-making, planning, organization, and evaluation. With options ranging from short-term certificates to associate degrees, including opportunities for further education through University Partnership or transfer programs, you can enhance your leadership capabilities and advance your career.

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Associate of Applied Business
in Entrepreneurship

An associate degree in entrepreneurship prepares you for startup success or business management. It builds on foundational skills from the Entrepreneurship One-Year Certificate, covering accounting, finance, communication, marketing, and management. Many students transfer to LCCC’s University Partnership or other Ohio universities for a bachelor’s degree after completing the program.

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