Author: JoBen Rivera-Thompson | Central Georgia Technical College

CGTC’s Nursing LPN to ASN Bridge Program Receives Official Approval from Georgia Board of Nursing

Posted on August 2, 2023August 2, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) will continue its impact on the local healthcare workforce, as the Georgia Board of Nursing recently gave official approval of its highly anticipated Nursing Bridge Program. This achievement marks a new era of opportunity and collaboration for CGTC, its students, the community, and healthcare partners.
The Nursing Bridge Program at CGTC offers an accelerated pathway for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Paramedics to advance their nursing knowledge and scope of practice, Read More

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U.S. Department of State IDEAS Program Awards CGTC Grant to Build Study Abroad Capacity

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

Warner Robins, Ga – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) is one of 34 U.S. colleges and universities in 28 U.S. states to be awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of State’s Increase and Diversify Education Abroad for U.S. Students (IDEAS) Program, which aims to develop and expand study abroad programs around the world. Of the 34 U.S. colleges and universities, eight are community colleges and 13 are minority-serving institutions. The selected proposals will develop new international partnerships, Read More

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CGTC’s Child Development Center in Warner Robins Reaffirms NAEYC Accreditation with Outstanding Program Score

Posted on July 3, 2023July 3, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga., – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) Child Development Center (CDC) in Warner Robins has successfully reaffirmed its accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
The center achieved an exceptional program score of over 95%, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality early childhood education and care.
During the program visit conducted in January 2023, hundreds of items across the NAEYC standards were observed, each serving as an indicator of quality. Read More

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Radiologic Technology Student Appointed President of State Student Government Association, a CGTC First

Posted on June 14, 2023June 14, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Macon, Ga. – Roshon Jackson, a Radiologic Technology student at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) was recently named the president of the Georgia Student Government Association (GSGA) at the Technical College System of Georgia’s (TCSG) State Officer Training & Planning Committee Retreat at Unicoi State Park in June.

He is currently attending clinical rotations at Piedmont Macon Medical Center in Macon. Jackson takes on this new role, while also serving as class president for his Radiologic Technology and a local member of the Student Government Association (SGA) at CGTC where he serves as vice president-student officer. Read More

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Cybersecurity Training Open for Students with Chance to Win a Gift Card

Posted on June 14, 2023June 14, 2023 by JoBen Rivera-Thompson

Warner Robins, Ga. – The IT Department at CGTC has some questions for students.
What do you know about cybersecurity? Looking for some tips to help keep you and your information safe while online?
CGTC is providing you with free Cybersecurity Training to help protect yourself from cyber criminals.
After completing the training, you will be entered into a drawing for $200 worth of gift cards! There will be two drawings will take place toward the end of the summer semester. Read More

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Macon Child Development Center at CGTC is Now Enrolling for Fall, Space is Available for the Public

Posted on May 28, 2023June 14, 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

^{May 23, 2023}

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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