Category: Campus News | Central Georgia Technical College

CGTC Foundation Receives Large Gifts from Health Partners for New Wellness Facility 

Posted on July 6, 2023July 6, 2023 by Jordyn Riedmiller

Macon, GA – Atrium Health Navicent and Houston Healthcare are partnering with the Central Georgia Technical College Foundation and Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) by providing combined gifts of $1.2 million in support of a new health and wellness facility at CGTC’s campus in Warner Robins. Atrium Health Field housed at the Roy H. “Sonny” Watson Wellness Complex will host a variety of sports and student activities.    
“Houston Healthcare is excited to support this wellness facility that will afford recreational opportunities and health benefits to everyone at Central Georgia Technical College,” says Charles Briscoe, 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’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

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

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

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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