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Can I take classes online or face-to-face? At COTC, students have the flexibility to take classes face-to-face and online. What colleges or universities can I transfer to? Students can transfer to any public college or university in the state of Ohio. COT ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take classes online or face to face? At COTC students have the flexibility to take classes face-to-face and online.  Can I pursue a bachelor's degree after I complete an associate degree? Students interested in continuing on to pursue a bachelo ...

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COTC Seeking Nominations for 50 Notable Alumni

For almost 50 years, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) graduates have made significant contributions to their professions and communities. ...

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One Book, One Community: Sundown Towns Virtual Book Discussion with the Author
Book Cover of James Loewen's Sundown Towns

Members of the community are invited to participate in One Book, One Community, a free community book club hosted by The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) in partnership with the public library systems of Licking Co ...

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COTC Announces Autumn Semester 2020 President’s and Dean’s Honors Lists

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has released the President’s Honors List and the Dean’s Honors List for autumn semester 2020 to recognize students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement.* ...

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New Emergency Fund Established for Veteran and Military Students at COTC and Ohio State Newark

On this Veterans Day, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark announce a new fund to support veterans, active duty service members and reservists who encounter an unexpected financial hardship that threatens their aca ...

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COTC Offers Accelerated 8-week Courses Beginning March 8

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is adapting to meet students' current needs by offering a selection of general education courses during the second term of its spring semester in an accelerated format (eight weeks versus 15 weeks). ...

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Career Choices

COTC strives to prepare students for the workforce. In the digital media design technology program, students learn to develop resumes and other marketing tools specifically targeted toward digital media career opportunities. Digital media is a field that ...

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Central Ohio Technical College Recognizes Autumn Semester 2020 graduates

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) awarded 177 associate degrees and certificates to 165 graduates completing requirements in autumn semester 2020. ...

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Change is Coming: COTC and Ohio State Newark host 2021 Virtual Black Heritage Gala
Black Heritage Gala speaker Dorian Harrison

The theme of this year’s Black Heritage Gala, Change is Coming, reflects recent events and sentiment in society, our community and our campus. ...

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Registration Open for Blue Line Twilight Run 5K/10K at COTC

Registration is now open for the second annual Blue Line Twilight Run 5K and 10K, which will be held in person on Saturday, May 1, 7 p.m., at Rotary Park, adjacent to the Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) Newark campus. The event will kick-off at 6 p. ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ACA Certification? The Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification is an industry-recognized credential that effectively validates one’s expertise in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite. Those who possess the ACA certification can confidently pro ...

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Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)

The Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) Parents may borrow funds to cover educational costs for dependent students. Borrowers must be U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens. Students must be enrolled at least half time and maintai ...

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12th Annual Community Intercultural Relations Conference to Address Racial Justice
J. Love Benton, african-american woman,  smiling at camera

The events of the past year have left many with unanswered questions relating to racial justice.  ...

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Marketing and Public Relations Office Wins National Advertising Awards

The Office of Marketing and Public Relations at Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark won three awards in the 36th annual Educational Advertising Awards. ...

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COTC Announces Return to More In-Person Classes for Autumn Semester

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) will welcome more students back to classrooms and labs for in-person learning during its autumn semester. ...

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Black Heritage Gala

Thursday, February 25 6 p.m. (virtual event) The theme of this year’s Black Heritage Gala, Change is Coming, reflects recent events and sentiment in society, our community and our campus. Guest speaker Dorian Harrison, The Ohio State University at Newark ...

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One Book, One Community

Friday, February 19 3-4 p.m. Register to attend this virtual event at any public library in Licking County or contact Laura Walsh at 740.364.9514 or walsh.276@mail.cotc.edu.  Members of the community are invited to participate in One Book, One Community, ...

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COTC Peace Officer Basic Training Information Sessions Upcoming
peace officer basic training professor teaching

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) will hold information sessions for anyone interested in becoming a peace officer in Ohio. ...

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New STEM Building at Ohio State Newark/COTC Nearing Completion

Construction of a new academic building dedicated to science and technology on the shared campus of The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is nearing completion. ...

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Vote on COTC 50th Anniversary Ice Cream Flavor

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and Velvet® Ice Cream are collaborating on a delightfully sweet venture to celebrate the college’s upcoming 50th anniversary. And they need your help. ...

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Founders Hall at Ohio State Newark/COTC to be renamed Louella Hodges Reese Hall

The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) today announced that they will rename Founders Hall on their shared campus as Louella Hodges Reese Hall in grateful acknowledgment of Lou Reese's exceptional and enduring s ...

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Perseverance in a Pandemic

As the spring 2020 semester progressed, Assistant Professor James Jarc, EdD, was nearing the end of his second year of full-time teaching. ...

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COTC’s Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Spread the Love in 2021

The current worldwide pandemic has impacted us all in one way or another. Loss of wages or a job, lack of food and even homelessness have happened to many including those in our area. Central Ohio Technical College’s (COTC) chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK ...

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Amir Nassirharand, BS, MS, PhD

Assistant Professor, Engineering Technology nassirharand.1@mail.cotc.edu 740-755-7763 ...

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COTC Summer Semester Begins May 17

Fast-track your career or keep moving toward your degree this summer at Central Ohio Technical College (COTC). ...

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Hands-on Learning
Hands-on Learning

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Paramedic to Associate Degree Nursing — Learning Outcomes

​​​Statement of Purpose The purpose of the nursing program is to provide health education programs for emerging and practicing healthcare providers, accomplished through the values of integrity, quality, leadership, affordability and innovation. ...

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Community Intercultural Relations Conference

Friday, April 9, 2021 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. This is a virtual event (including live demonstrations and workshops) Registration is now closed. Conference Cost: $30 Certification and Credits may be earned by attendees through Chamber of Commerce and Behavior H ...

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Register for Blue Line Twilight Run 5K/10K at COTC

There's still time to register for the second annual Blue Line Twilight Run 5K and 10K, which will be held in person on Saturday, May 1, 7 p.m., at Rotary Park, adjacent to the Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) Newark campus. ...

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