Author: Kiké Fuentes Duarte | Central Georgia Technical College

Fall Enrollment Reaches Historic High at CGTC for Second Consecutive Year

Posted on November 26, 2024December 4, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, GA. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) continues to make history, surpassing 11,500 students enrolled for Fall 2024, marking a new record for the College and the second consecutive year of unprecedented enrollment growth.
Already a leader in the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) with the highest number of unduplicated graduates for over a decade, CGTC again has the distinction of having the largest fall enrollment among the system’s 22 colleges.
“Our unwavering commitment to students, Read More

^{November 26, 2024}

CGTC Earns Place Among 2024 Military Times Best for Vets List for Colleges

Posted on November 13, 2024November 13, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Arlington, VA. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) ranks among the best colleges for veterans on Military Times’ 2024 list.
Earlier this month, Military Times released its 2024 Best for Vets: Colleges Rankings, the largest and most comprehensive annual list recognizing the top colleges and universities for military service members and veterans.
CGTC is among the 304 schools which made the list, each demonstrating what Military Times call as a commitment to supporting the military community in their educational journeys. Read More

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Georgia VECTR Center Enrolling for New Skillbridge and Accelerated Training Programs for Veterans and Spouses.

Posted on November 8, 2024November 13, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. – The Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center recently announced the upcoming edition of accelerated programming and training for veterans and their families.
The VECTR Center is enrolling for the Logistics Management Specialist program beginning January 2025, Electronics Technology in February 2025, and for the first time, a health program, Orthopedic Technology is making the list of available coursework, beginning February 2025.
“We want our military community to understand that we are listening to local industry and workforce to identify programs that veterans and their spouses can complete to transition effectively into civilian life,” Read More

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International Education Week Festivities Set for November 18-22 at CGTC

Posted on November 7, 2024November 14, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. – As a part of U.S. Department of State and its Increase and Diversify Education Abroad for U.S. Students (IDEAS) Program funding, CGTC and its Office of Global Initiatives are gearing up for a new celebration of International Education Week like the College has never seen.
International Education Week (IEW), celebrated November 18-22 this year is an annual opportunity for U.S. Higher Education Institutions to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. Read More

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Central Georgia Technical College Ranks Among the Best for Online Nursing and Allied Health Programs in 2025

Posted on October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. — Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) earned recognition as one of the top colleges for online programs in nursing and allied health for 2025, as released by EduMed.org, a leading authority in student-focused college and career information.
For two-year colleges, CGTC ranked:
No. 1 for Best Online Nursing Programs in Georgia
No. 1 for Best Online Associate Nursing Degrees in Georgia
No. 1 for Best CNA Classes & Programs in Georgia
No. 2 for Best Online Medical Billing and Coding Schools in Georgia
No. Read More

^{October 31, 2024}

Excitement Builds as Central Georgia Technical College Hosts Homecoming Football Showdown

Posted on October 23, 2024October 23, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, GA. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) is gearing up for an action-packed Homecoming this Saturday, October 26, as the Titans take on River City Prep in a thrillingfootball showdown at Atrium Health Field, 80 Cohen Walker Dr., Warner Robins, GA 31088.Kickoff is set for 1:00 PM, the game theme is “White Out” (wear a white shirt), and the excitement starts long before the game.
Gates open at 9:00 AM for a day of festivities for the whole community. Read More

^{October 23, 2024}

CGTC Continues Support of State and Federal Relief Efforts Amid Historic Hurricane Season

Posted on October 10, 2024October 11, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) remains steadfast in support of the ongoing state and federal disaster relief efforts during one of the most active and destructive hurricane seasons for the Southeast.
In collaboration with multiple agencies, including the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and the Georgia National Guard, CGTC’s Macon and Warner Robins campuses have become pivotal staging areas for relief operations.

Since Hurricane Helene made landfall, Read More

^{October 10, 2024}

Central Georgia Technical College Awarded $3.66 Million to Expand Nursing Workforce

Posted on October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Funding will help address critical nurse shortages in rural and underserved areas
Macon, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) has been awarded $3.66 million through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).
This grant, provided as part of the Nurse Education, Practice, Quality and Retention (NEPQR) – Workforce Expansion Program (WEP), will be distributed over four years to strengthen the nursing workforce in acute and long-term care settings across rural and underserved communities. Read More

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CGTC Receives $130,240 Grant Award from Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Posted on September 9, 2024September 9, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College received $130,240 in funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) through a Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training (CMVOST) grant for fiscal year 2024. The funding will cover tuition and required fees for at least 80 commercial truck driving students, including 40 military affiliated and 40 students from underserved populations, and expand the number of commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders who have enhanced operator safety training. Read More

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New AI Tutor Coming Fall Semester for Students

Posted on August 15, 2024August 15, 2024 by Kiké Fuentes Duarte

Warner Robins, Ga. – Recent grant funding to support Academic Affairs is providing students access to a brand-new AI Tutor beginning fall semester.
The SCC Grant is providing a sub award for Academic Affairs to roll-out technology and information to students on ethical and acceptable use of AI, as high-demand industries call for employers with AI skills and knowledge.
Local, regional, and global industries connected to the College have signified that proper knowledge and application of AI is a marketable skill for employment. Read More

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