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College Credit Plus (CCP)
What is College Credit Plus (CCP)?
College Credit Plus (CCP) is a program in the state of Ohio that
provides opportunity for students in grades 7-12 to
earn both high school and college credits at the same time.
Students who are eligible to participate in CCP can pursue, and
in some cases, complete a certificate or an associate degree
while in high school.
Admissions
Regular admission to a degree or certificate program is open to all who have earned a high school diploma, completed homeschooling at the secondary level or passed the General Education Development (GED) test. COTC may also grant prior-learning credit for certain life and career experiences. New students must submit the free application for admission.
Student Success Coaches
Helping you develop good study skills and habits.
Student success coaches empower students to succeed in college and beyond. They help you build academic and college-life skills to prevent, prepare for and respond to common obstacles students encounter in higher education. And then they guide you toward achieving your personal goals by putting those learned skills into practice. In short, student success coaches help you learn how to learn.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the community health worker training program, the student will be prepared to:
- Advocate for clients or patients in the community setting to resolve crises.
- Collaborate with other professionals to address the social determinants of health for community members.
- Facilitate connections between patients, clients, or families and community resources, including but not limited to medical services, social services, legal aid, housing, job placement, education, or food sources.
- Assist community members to understand their health conditions and facilitate ways to improve health.
- Provide basic health services such as monitoring blood pressure.
Safety Escort Service
The Campus Safety Escort Service is for students, faculty or staff feeling unsafe walking alone. A campus security officer will accompany you and ensure that you are protected to your destination on campus. Arrangements can be made in advance or on the spot. Call 740.366.9237. The service is provided 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The John Gilbert Reese Center
Conference and Event Facility
Offering unparalleled, customized service in concert with state-of-the art technology, the beautifully designed John Gilbert Reese Center is the ideal site for you next event.
Associate of Arts Pathways
Associate of Arts
Students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree and have an interest in the arts generally can complete an Associate of Arts without an area of concentration which allows them to take courses in a variety of areas.
Associate of Arts - Economics
Students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in economics and have an interest in studying things like the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services can complete an Associate of Arts in Economics.
Each program at COTC has a plan of study that lists the courses students take to complete a certificate or degree. The associate of arts has a plan of study for each area of concentration listing courses that can be taken.
The Associate of Arts with a concentration in economics requires students to complete one or more course at another college or university to satisfy the program requirements. The course(s) that would need to be taken at another college or university (other than COTC) will be designated on the plan of study.
Associate of Arts - Education
The Associate of Arts with a concentration in education is designed for students wanting to transfer to a bachelor’s program and to work in K-12 education. The credit hours students complete at COTC easily transfer to Ohio public universities for bachelor’s degree completion.
COTC’s Associate of Arts in Education is a cost-effective way to begin a career in teaching. Beyond saving money on the front end, the program is ideal for those currently working in childcare — infant, toddler and preschool teachers, school aides, teaching assistants, etc. — who want to further their professional opportunities and migrate to K-12 education.
Associate of Arts in Education Plan of Study
Associate of Arts - English
Students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in English and have an interest in studying things like literature, writing and journalism can complete an Associate of Arts in English.
Each program at COTC has a plan of study that lists the courses students take to complete a certificate or degree. The associate of arts has a plan of study for each area of concentration listing courses that can be taken.
The Associate of Arts with a concentration in English requires students to complete one or more course at another college or university to satisfy the program requirements. The course(s) that would need to be taken at another college or university (other than COTC) will be designated on the plan of study.
Associate of Arts - Philosophy
Students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and have an interest in studying things like logic, critical thinking, and ethics can complete an Associate of Arts in Philosophy.
Each program at COTC has a plan of study that lists the courses students take to complete a certificate or degree. The Associate of Arts has a plan of study for each area of concentration listing courses that can be taken.
The Associate of Arts with a concentration in philosophy requires students to complete one or more course at another college or university to satisfy the program requirements. The course(s) that would need to be taken at another college or university (other than COTC) will be designated on the plan of study.
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in psychology and have an interest in studying things like human behavior, behavioral sciences and research can complete an Associate of Arts in Psychology.
Each program at COTC has a plan of study that lists the courses students take to complete a certificate or degree. The Associate of Arts has a plan of study for each area of concentration listing courses that can be taken.
The Associate of Arts with a concentration in psychology requires students to complete one or more course at another college or university to satisfy the program requirements. The course(s) that would need to be taken at another college or university (other than COTC) will be designated on the plan of study.
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in sociology and have an interest in understanding complex social problems and have an interest in research can complete an Associate of Arts in Sociology.
Each program at COTC has a plan of study that lists the courses students take to complete a certificate or degree. The associate of arts degree has a plan of study for each area of concentration listing courses that can be taken.
The Associate of Arts with a concentration in sociology requires students to complete one or more course at another college or university to satisfy the program requirements. The course(s) that would need to be taken at another college or university (other than COTC) will be designated on the plan of study.
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in social work and have an interest in case management, social work and counseling can complete an Associate of Arts in Social Work.
Each program at COTC has a plan of study that lists the courses students take to complete a certificate or degree. The associate of arts has a plan of study for each area of concentration listing courses that can be taken.
Students interested in the field of social work, who may want to begin working in that field quickly, can consider pursuing the Associate of Applied Science in Human Services. Students who graduate from the Human Services program are eligible to apply for registration as a Social Work Assistant (SWA) through the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board and can begin working.
What is the difference between the Associate of Applied Science
in Human Services and the Associate of Arts in Social
Work?
Which COTC degree is for me?
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can I complete the community health certificate program?
Students can complete the certificate in just two semesters.
Can I take classes online or face-to-face?
Students pursuing a healthcare certificate should expect to take classes face-to-face to experience hands-on learning. Some general education classes may be offered online.
Can I pursue an associate degree after I complete the certificate?
Students who complete a healthcare certificate are encouraged to continue their education because they are well on their way to completing the Associate of Applied Science in Health Services Technology.
What type of financial assistance is available to help me pay for college?
COTC awards $1 million in scholarships to students each year.
Every student is encouraged to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for grants, scholarships and loans.
Students who complete a FAFSA are automatically considered for some scholarships. Other scholarships require an application.
Connect with the Office of Student Financial Services at 740.366.9435 or email NWK-studentfinancialservices@mail.cotc.edu.