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New Board Member Announced
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Andrew Guanciale is the newest member of the Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) fiduciary board of trustees. He was appointed on March 9, and his term will expire on Sept. 30, 2025. ...

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Community Colleges Work
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As we celebrate April as Community College Month, we’d like to share some facts about why community colleges work. 1. Creating Value Community colleges create value. An associate degree increases lifetime earnings over a high school diploma by 25%, accord ...

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Go Ahead
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At Central Ohio Technical College, you’ll be that someone in your family to get a degree. The one who can envision a career in tech, design, medicine. The one who names their dream, and then goes for it. You’ve got what it takes. The courage, the drive, t ...

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Dropping, Withdrawing and Non-Attendance

Schedule Change The Student Financial Aid Enrollment Change Policy  requires a student to complete all of their  add/drop  changes by the census date of each course. (Contact the Office of Financial Aid for specific dates.) If a student adds or drops clas ...

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Student Leaders Honored
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On Wednesday, April 19, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark honored student leaders and organizations at the annual Scholarship and Student Leadership Dinner. ...

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Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

Federal Regulations require Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) to establish policies to monitor the academic progress of students who apply for and/or receive financial aid. ...

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Learning Outcomes

Perform the appropriate steps for placing amalgam and composite restorations of all classifications, as well as finishing and polishing restorations. Perform the appropriate steps for placing bases, liners and other pulp protective materials under restora ...

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Spring 2023 Commencement
Spring 2023 Commencement

COTC President John M. Berry, PhD, conferred 158 associate degrees and 117 certificates to 235 graduates at the college's spring commencement ceremony held on May 5, 2023.  ...

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Permanent Residents, Asylee, Refugee and Other Visa Holders
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International or immigrant students who are in the U.S. as a Permanent Resident, Refugee, Asylee, DACA or on an approved visa status are welcome to apply to study at COTC. ...

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New Supply Chain Management Degree and Certificate

Central Ohio has become a major distribution hub for multiple large businesses, including Amazon, FedEx, Kohls, Intel and other suppliers/manufacturers. In order to prepare graduates for the logistics and supply chain management environment, COTC has deve ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

DMS APPLICATION I applied to COTC. Is that the same as applying to the sonography program? No. Sonography is a competitive, selective healthcare program. Students first apply to COTC (the college) and indicate interest in a health technologies program (or ...

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Interested in Becoming a Tutor?

Students who wish to work as tutors are encouraged to apply! What does a peer tutor do? Assists students with course related concepts and facilitates development of effective, related study skills Conducts one-on-one drop-in tutoring sessions Consult with ...

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Spring Semester 2023 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 spring semester 2023 to recognize students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. ...

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Accounting Technology
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Accounting technology education provides students with extensive opportunities for employment. Accounting technology students become proficient in computerized accounting and spreadsheet software. ...

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Bookkeeping
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Students who choose to study bookkeeping within the accounting technology program at COTC gain knowledge and skills to prepare them for employment as a bookkeeper. Bookkeepers record financial transactions such as purchases, sales and payments for a perso ...

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Business Management Technology
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The Associate of Applied Business in Business Management Technology at COTC is a fully accredited online program. Students will take a variety of courses in the areas of human resources, marketing, management and entrepreneurship to prepare for today’s bu ...

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Community Health
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Having a Community Health Certificate enables you to be a front line public health worker who serves as a liaison or intermediary between the community and health/social services. ...

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Criminal Justice Technology
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The criminal justice technology degree at COTC prepares students for a rewarding career in criminal justice. Those who enroll in the program can expect to learn about the three facets of the justice system: law enforcement, corrections and courts.  ...

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Customer Relations
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The customer relations certificate examines problem-solving and caring for customers’ needs. Students will enhance their skillsets with an emphasis on communication, active listening, empathy, adaptability and time management.  ...

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Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology
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COTC is excited to offer the first and only accelerated  Bachelor of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology degree in Ohio. Students can choose to major in general or cardiac ultrasound.  ...

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Electrical Engineering Technology

Students who complete the Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering Technology can pursue a career in a wide variety of industries. Many things rely on electrical engineering: computers, telephones, radio, television, radar and sonar, just to ...

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Electrocardiograph Technician
electrocardiography students

Under the supervision of physicians and/or nurses, electrocardiograph technicians operate equipment that records and measures heart activity (EKG/ECG diagnostic examinations) and report results to the treatment team. These measurements are used to assist ...

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Electrocardiography for the Cardiac Sonographer
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This short-term certificate program allows sonographers and sonography students to quickly upskill or advance their careers as electrocardiography (EKG) technicians. Students learn how to interpret and perform electrocardiograms (EKGs/ECGs) and, upon comp ...

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Engineering Technology
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The Central Ohio Technical College Engineering Technology (ET) program prepares graduates for exciting careers in a diverse array of STEM-based career paths. ...

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Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA)
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This certificate program trains certified dental assistants in the art of restorative dentistry. EFDAs perform advanced remediable intra-oral dental procedures (sealants and fillings) under the supervision of a licensed dentist. ...

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Fire Science Technical Rescue
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Technical rescue is a highly specialized “high risk/low frequency” area of fire department operations that requires a disproportionate amount of training and education when compared to “low risk / high frequency” operations in Fire and Emergency Services ...

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Fire Science Technology
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Begin or advance your career as a firefighter with an Associate of Appied Science in Fire Science Technology from COTC. The two-year program at COTC is the only degree program in central Ohio accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Cong ...

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Fire with EMT
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Students who pursue the Fire with Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate gain entry-level skills in both firefighting and emergency medical services. Many fire stations seek students with skills in both firefighting and emergency medical services. ...

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Health Services Technology
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Earn an Associate of Applied Science in Health Services Technology and become a healthcare technician who assists medical staff completing specialty tasks and accommodates patient needs. ...

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Home Healthcare Provider
Home Healthcare Provider students

Home health aides provide in-home care to people with disabilities, chronic illness or cognitive impairment. Help is often provided to older adults in need of assistance. Many seniors prefer to remain in their own homes as long as possible; having the ass ...

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