Category: Campus News | 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’s Tonja Simmons Lee Named Chair of Professional Development for the LPCA Board of Georgia

Posted on May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 by Jordyn Riedmiller-Virgillio

Macon, Ga. – Tonja Simmons Lee, executive director for Counseling Services at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) has been appointed as the chair of Professional Development for the Licensed Professional Counselor Association (LPCA) Board of Georgia for the 2023-2024 term.
This esteemed position was conferred upon Simmons Lee during the 35th Annual Convention and Conference held in Savannah, GA, earlier in May. Under the theme “Finding Balance”, the swearing-in ceremony marked a significant milestone in her career, 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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Transform Your Career in Putnam County and Become a Certified Nursing Assistant Through CGTC

Posted on May 20, 2023May 18, 2023 by Jordyn Riedmiller-Virgillio

Eatonton, Ga. – This summer the Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) Putnam County Center is offering residents an accelerated course to earn certification for a high-demand healthcare career.
During the upcoming summer semester, students can earn their Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in just 8 weeks.
“Healthcare careers are in demand and there is a need for highly trained and skilled individuals to enter the workforce,” said Frances Hewell, the CGTC program chair for CNA. “We want to equip residents of Putnam County to transform their careers and be a part of this industry.”
CGTC consistently offers programs to increase the workforce of rural industries in its centers across its 11-county service area. Read More

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Two Bleckley County High Students Excel in Dual Enrollment Program, Graduating with Associate Degrees and Accelerated Career Diplomas

Posted on May 14, 2023May 12, 2023 by Jordyn Riedmiller-Virgillio

Warner Robins, Ga. – Bleckley County High School (BCHS) has two students who have earned remarkable achievements ahead of graduation.
Tad Mullins and Landon Sears successfully completed their high school diplomas and associate degrees in Industrial Systems Technology through the dual enrollment program at Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC). They not only set a new trend in Bleckley County but have also paved the way for future students to pursue their academic and career aspirations simultaneously. 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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3rd Annual Mass Casualty Training at CGTC to Simulate Active Shooter Incident

Posted on March 27, 2023March 27, 2023 by Jordyn Riedmiller-Virgillio

Warner Robins, Ga. – Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) Division of Health Sciences and CGTC Police are partnering with the Warner Robins, Perry, and Centerville Fire and Police Departments, Houston Healthcare, Houston County Emergency Management, Houston County Fire Department, Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Houston County 911, Region-5 Trauma and Air Evac, and other regional emergency response personnel to create a joint field training exercise designed to simulate a real-world, on-campus, active shooter incident.
Multi-agency community training is critical for enhancing the work done by each agency. Read More

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