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- Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between engineering and engineering technology? Engineering and engineering technology are separate but closely related professional areas. Engineering programs often focus on theory and conceptual design, while engineering technolo ...
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- Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can I complete the EFDA certificate? The EFDA certificate is two semesters long. Students take one course in autumn semester and one course in spring semester to complete the certificate. Can I take classes online or face-to-face? Students are ...
Post - 05/12/2022 - 12:37pm
- Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can I complete the patient care technician 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 f ...
Post - 03/09/2022 - 8:10am
- Frequently Asked Questions
What classes are needed if I want to take the American Society for Clinical Pathology exam? Students must complete: HLT 140- Phlebotomy HTL 145- Phlebotomy Lab HLT 150- Phlebotomy Clinical More information can be found on the American Society for Clinica ...
Post - 10/02/2020 - 10:26am
- COTC Hosts Continuing Sonography Education Conference
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) hosted the Continuing Sonography Education Conference on Oct. 12, 2024. Led by the diagnostic medical sonography technology (DMS) program, this event brought together sonographers, alumni, radiology managers, students ...
News - 10/22/2024 - 9:41am
- Associate of Arts
The Associate of Arts (AA) offers students the opportunity to complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree at a relatively low cost and to transfer seamlessly to any public college or university in the state of Ohio. Students pursuing the AA may ta ...
Overview - 09/30/2020 - 5:09am
- Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

An AED is a lightweight, battery-operated, portable device that checks the heart’s rhythm and sends a shock to the heart to restore a normal rhythm. The device is used to help people having sudden cardiac arrest. Defibrillators are located in every campus ...
Post - 10/25/2024 - 10:51am
- State of Ohio Grants and Scholarships
Many types of grants and scholarships are available and awarded based on a number of factors including: areas of study, academic merit, financial need, military status, and more. For information regarding Ohio Grants and Scholarships, visit the Ohio Depa ...
Post - 12/10/2020 - 12:10pm
- Basic Healthcare Skills
Do you want to pursue a career in the healthcare field? Enrolling in Central Ohio Technical College’s basic healthcare skills program is a great way to get started. ...
Overview - 10/02/2020 - 7:56am
- Frequently Asked Questions
I applied to COTC. Is that the same as applying to the ADN program? No. The ADN program is a competitive, selective healthcare program. Students first apply to COTC (the college) and indicate interest in a health technologies program (or apply to a pre-he ...
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- Student Information
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- Office of the President

President John M. Berry, PhD John M. Berry, PhD, assumed the role of COTC president on January 1, 2019, and is the college’s second sole president. He was unanimously selected by the COTC Board of Trustees after a nationwide search. Having previously serv ...
Overview - 10/12/2020 - 8:37am
- Contact Student Financial Services
Contact Us Email: nwk-studentfinancialservices@mail.cotc.edu Phone: 740.366.9435 Fax: 740.364.9533 Office: Hopewell Hall 136 1189 University Drive Newark, OH 43055 Hours of Operation: Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Staff Directory Fai ...
Post - 11/05/2020 - 8:35am
- Elizabeth Barnhart Award for Nursing Excellence

The Elizabeth Barnhart Award for Nursing Excellence was established by her family to honor the memory of COTC nursing student Elizabeth Barnhart’s commitment to the nursing profession and to offer support to graduates of COTC’s nursing technology program ...
Post - 10/19/2023 - 6:05am
- Radiologic Science Technology Alumni and Friends Scholarship

Established by longtime professor Ken Ollish, the Radiologic Science Technology Alumni and Friends Scholarship will be awarded to at least one second-year radiologic science technology student with demonstrated financial need. Give now ...
Post - 10/19/2023 - 6:29am
- Caleb White
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Post - 11/14/2024 - 6:32am
- Social Work Assistant
A Human Services Helping Profession This generalist perspective human services interdisciplinary program prepares qualified individuals for entry-level positions in a wide variety of human services and social work assistant settings serving individuals, f ...
Overview - 09/24/2020 - 11:59am
- Social Work Assistant On-Demand Information Session
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Post - 01/31/2023 - 2:51pm
- Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements for the fire science technology program? Ohio Fire Academy (OFA) A can help students keep track of the program requirements. CTEC A can help students keep track of the program requirements. Can I take classes online or face-to ...
Post - 10/02/2020 - 10:32am
- Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements for the Fire with EMT Certificate Program? Ohio Fire Academy (OFA) A can help students keep track of the program requirements. CTEC A can help students keep track of the program requirements. Can I take classes online or face ...
Post - 11/05/2021 - 11:42am
- DMS Handbook
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Post - 11/23/2021 - 12:03pm
- COTC President Receives Ohio State Career Achievement Award

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) President John M. Berry, PhD, was one of two recipients of The Ohio State University’s Career Achievement Award, which honors alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their professions and a difference in the ...
News - 11/07/2024 - 2:05pm
- Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Welcomes New Inductees

PTK recognizes and encourages scholarship among two-year college students. PTK provides opportunities for the development of leadership and service, an intellectual climate and exchange of ideas, lively fellowship for scholars, and stimulation of interest ...
News - 11/25/2024 - 7:37am
- Program Accreditation
The Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) Respiratory Therapy Technology (program number 200679), AAS degree program at the Newark, Ohio, campus location holds Provisional Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc. ...
Post - 04/02/2024 - 8:30am
- The Faculty Hub
Welcome to the COTC Faculty Resource Hub, your central destination for teaching tools, professional development opportunities and technology support. Explore our comprehensive resources designed to empower your teaching and enhance student success. From p ...
Overview - 11/26/2024 - 6:12am
- Respiratory Therapy Technology
COTC's respiratory therapy program prepares you for a career as a respiratory therapist. A respiratory therapist is trained to help people with lung diseases or disorders. They assess, diagnose and treat patients who have difficulty breathing. They w ...
Overview - 04/02/2024 - 8:17am
- Accreditation Information
National Accreditation The AAS Early Childhood Education Technology Program at Central Ohio Technical College is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education ...
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- Strategic Priorities
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Overview - 12/06/2024 - 10:47am
- Key Performance Indicators
The college has identified the following set of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as important items that monitor, at a glance, progress relative to its stated mission and strategic goals. Performance is measured annually and in comparison to a carefully ...
Overview - 12/06/2024 - 8:24am
- Industry-Aligned Technical Education

Tailor technical programs to meet the specific workforce needs of local businesses and industries, ensuring that graduates possess the skills and expertise required to excel in our service region’s evolving job market. ...
Post - 12/06/2024 - 7:57am