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Associate of Arts with a concentration in Education
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Transfer Degree Associate of Arts in Education 62 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Transferability Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathway Visit campus Contact us Apply Overview COTC ...

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Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary
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Short-Term Certificate Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary 8 Credit Hours   Location (Newark) Format On campus       Admission Selective admission Financial Aid Eligible No Information Meeting Contact us Apply Overview This certificate program trains certi ...

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Welcome to the Gateway

Our enrollment center staff are here to help! The Gateway houses many departments designed to assist students with their educational goals. ...

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Computer Aided Design (CAD)
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Short-Term Certificate Computer Aided Design 5 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus AutoDesk and AutoCAD Certification   Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible No Information Meeting Contact us Apply Overview The Computer Aided Drafti ...

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Performance Management

Policy & Purpose To create a high-performance culture, COTC will ensure that each member of our community is offered: Clear performance objectives Ongoing coaching and feedback Professional development Recognition for outstanding work that contributes ...

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Supervisor Toolbox Training Resources

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Associate of Arts
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Transfer Degree Associate of Arts 62 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Transferability Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathway Visit campus Contact us Apply Overview The Associate of ...

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Purchasing

Our goal is to assist the campus with purchasing, receiving and travel processes and to procure high quality goods and services for the best value.​ A message to our vendors: Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has upheld and will continue to ​uphold th ...

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High School Group Tours
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This is the best way for students to learn and experience what our school is all about. Schedule a group tour at any of our four campuses! Schedule Tour ...

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Bookkeeping
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This certificate program is being discontinued and is no longer accepting applications. ...

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Customer Relations
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This program is discontinued and no longer accepting new students. ...

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Digital Media Technology
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Short-Term Certificate Digital Media Technology 20 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format Online, hybrid       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Credential Earned Adobe Certified Associate Visit campus Contact us Apply Overview The ...

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Electrocardiography for the Cardiac Sonographer
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Short-Term Certificate Electrocardiography for the Cardiac Sonographer 9.5 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes Visit campus Contact us Apply Overview This certificate is available only ...

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Entrepreneurship
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This program is discontinued and no longer accepting new students. ...

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Emergency Medical Technician Basic
EMS students secure a mannequin to a stretcher.

This program is discontinued and no longer accepting new students. ...

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Fire with EMT
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This program is discontinued and no longer accepting new students. ...

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Patient Care Technician
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Short-Term Certificate   Patient Care Technician 16 Credit Hours   Location Newark, Coshocton, Knox, Pataskala Format On campus       Admission Open Enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Credentials earned CNA, CPR, ECG and phlebotomy Visit campus C ...

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Peace Officer Basic Training
Peace Officer Basic Training

Short-Term Certificate Peace Officer Basic Training 28-29.5 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus       Admission Open enrollment, program-specific requirements Financial Aid Eligible No Information Meeting Contact us Apply Overview COTC’s Peace ...

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State of Ohio Grants and Scholarships

The State of Ohio offers many grants and scholarships that directly lower your out-of-pocket education costs, including the Choose Ohio First Scholarship and  Ohio Work Ready Grant, among others, available to students enrolled at COTC. State financial aid ...

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Commencement Rehearsal

All graduates who plan to attend the commencement ceremony are encouraged to attend rehearsal.  Location: Adena Hall gymnasium Check-in begins at 4:30 p.m. Rehearsal begins at 5 p.m. and will last approximately 1 hour. ...

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Marketing and Public Relations

The mission of the Office of Marketing and Public Relations is to market the educational programs and services of both The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College to our constituencies, to enhance the image and awareness of thes ...

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Commencement

Central Ohio Technical College celebrates graduates who completed degree and/or certificate requirements in spring 2026 semester. Tickets are required for all guests.  Adena Hall Gymnasium — COTC Newark Campus Doors open at 5 p.m. Ceremony begins promptly ...

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College Credit Plus (CCP)
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High school students earn college credit — and, in some cases, a postsecondary certificate or degree — for free with the state's CCP program. We partner with several central Ohio high schools to offer classes in your district and also welcome you to ...

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Veteran and Military-Connected Support
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We welcome you to continue your studies at COTC and are dedicated to providing a quality educational experience that will prepare you to enter a rewarding career. COTC is a designated Silver Military Friendly® School and a Collegiate Purple Star campus. O ...

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Student Support Services
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At COTC, you have a team of people rooting for your success. Our compassionate staff provides support for all students in all facets of life — not just academic —  to ensure you graduate with a clear vision of the bright future that lies ahead. Our robust ...

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Affordable College Education
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COTC's tuition is already below average of all community colleges in Ohio, but we make attending college even more affordable by awarding more than $1.35 million in scholarships each year. Residents of Licking, Coshocton and Knox counties may attend ...

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Credit for Education and Work
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Everyone's journey starts differently. Whether you're coming to us straight out of high school or with some years in the workforce under your belt, your experience matters. If you have an industry-recognized credential, professional licensure, s ...

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