Author: JoBen Rivera-Thompson | Central Georgia Technical College

Macon Child Development Center at CGTC is Now Enrolling for Fall, Space is Available for Non-Students

Posted on May 28, 2023May 24, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Macon, Ga- Ahead of anticipated growth, expansion, and innovation for the Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) Child Development Center (CDC) on its Macon campus, the center is now enrolling for fall care beginning August 2 and inviting students, faculty, and the community-at-large to apply for childcare.
The Center has recently received grant funding to grow its capacity for childcare including fun, new playground equipment, and discussions surrounding the expansion of the Center to support the need for childcare in Macon have been a part of recent leadership pursuits. Read More

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CGTC and Middle Georgia State University Hope to Address Teacher Shortages Thanks to Expanded Articulation Agreement for Students Interested in Education

Posted on May 23, 2023May 22, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – Three new Education courses at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) will now transfer into Middle Georgia State University’s (MGA) bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Special Education, easing transition into higher education for students entering a vital workforce. Beginning in the fall semester, CGTC students can register for EDUC 2110, 2120, and 2130 and upon completion of the General Studies Associate of Science degree, apply those credits toward Area F requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Education Degree at MGA. Read More

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Atrium Health Navicent, Central Georgia Technical College Partner to Offer On-campus Student Health Services

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

CGTC to become first Georgia technical college to offer on-campus student health services
Warner Robins, Ga.—Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) is set to become the first higher education partner with Atrium Health Navicent for student health services in Georgia. The two organizations solidified the agreement in a ceremonial signing on May 19, making CGTC the first technical college in the state to offer on-campus healthcare services to students.
After many years of cooperation in support of education and training in health sciences, Read More

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Bibb Co. High School Student Graduates with Accelerated Career Diploma, College Credentials from CGTC

Posted on May 12, 2023May 11, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Macon, Ga. – Hunter Faircloth graduates this May from VIP Academy in Bibb County with a high school diploma and two Technical Certificates of Credit (TCC) in Aircraft Structural Technology at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC), a feat made possible by his hard work and a unique pathway for high school students.

Accelerated Career Diploma pathways, formerly Georgia’s High School Graduation Option B, offers a unique trajectory toward graduation. Students choose to simultaneously earn a high school diploma and a technical college credential like an associate degree, Read More

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Registration is Live for Summer and Fall Semesters, Traditional Students Encouraged to Explore Accelerated Training at Georgia VECTR Center

Posted on May 10, 2023May 10, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – As Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) gears up for enrollment for upcoming semesters in 2023, the message of leadership at the Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center is that there is room for traditional students as well.
“We are looking to fill seats with anyone who is serious about earning a great wage in a high-demand career field,” said U. S. Air Force Col. Don Layne, chief operating officer for the Georgia VECTR Center in Warner Robins at 1001 Armed Forces Boulevard. Read More

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CGTC Student Qualifies for National FBLA Conference

Posted on April 13, 2023April 13, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – It has been a rewarding Spring for one Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) member at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC).

Julian Epps, a student in the Business Management program, competed in the “Foundations on Finance” category earning a second-place finish, and also in the “Job Interview” category earning fourth place.
Joined by advisors, Courtney Watkins and Sydney Hall, he earned the award at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Atlanta in April. Read More

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CGTC’s Newest Study Abroad Takes Off with First Gilman-McCain Scholarship Winner

Posted on January 5, 2023January 18, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program recently awarded Hilary Bretz, a Registered Nursing student at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC), with a $5,000 Gilman-McCain scholarship for participation in the College’s Health Sciences Study Abroad to St. Vincent and the Grenadines January 7-18, 2023.
Named after the late U.S. Senator John McCain of Arizona, the John S. McCain International Scholarship for Military Families provides awards for child and spousal dependents of active military personnel to study or intern abroad in credit-bearing programs. Read More

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CGTC Dual Enrollment Growth Doubles in Fall Semester for Bibb County

Posted on January 4, 2023January 18, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Macon, Ga. – Fall Semester at Central Georgia Technical College saw double the enrollment growth in dual enrollment students from Bibb County, leading to the College’s largest number from the county in recent years.
The CGTC Office of High School Initiatives recently reported these numbers to College leadership to recognize the impact the tuition-free program is having on youth in the community.
High school students have the opportunity to earn college course credit through a variety of options at CGTC. Read More

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Study in Ireland and South Africa: Fredrick Douglass Global Programs Fellowship Welcomes CGTC Applicants

Posted on December 1, 2022December 1, 2022 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) Office of Global Initiatives is inviting students of underrepresented ethnicities in study abroad (e.g. American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino or Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander) to apply for a unique fellowship opportunity honoring the legacy of Frederick Douglass.
The Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship award covers the full program cost, airfare, and most meals for a four-week, 3-credit study abroad sponsored by CIEE.
During the four-week summer program, Read More

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Health Sciences Study Abroad Coming Soon as CGTC and Trinity School of Medicine Assess Healthcare Needs in St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Posted on July 18, 2022July 21, 2022 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – A group of leadership and health sciences faculty from Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) recently visited St. Vincent and the Grenadines to explore service-learning study abroad opportunities for health sciences students in partnership with Trinity School of Medicine.
In 2021, CGTC began a partnership with Trinity School of Medicine whose main campus is located on the island. Trinity’s southeast campus is in Warner Robins, where they utilize allocated space in CGTC’s Roy H. Read More

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