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Fire Science Technical Rescue
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This program is discontinued and no longer accepting new students. ...

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Health Services Technology
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Associate of Applied Science Health Services Technology 63-65 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes Visit campus Contact us Apply Overview Gain the skills and experiences you need to sta ...

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RN to BSN
An instructor and three nursing students practice skills on a mannequin.

Bachelor of Applied Science RN to BSN 60 Credit Hours   Location Online + Practicum Format Online + Practicum $79,940 Median annual wage*   Admission Requires RN licensure Financial Aid Eligible Yes 3% Job growth*   Accreditation ACEN     Visit campus Con ...

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Plans of Study

All academic certificates and degrees at COTC have a plan of study that outline what courses need to be taken. Plans of study are reviewed annually and are updated as needed to remain current and in line with industry standards, the job market and regulat ...

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Brain Break: Rock Painting

Location: Warner Center Game Room Join the Office of Student Life on alternating Wednesdays for a return of our Brain Breaks series! These fun and relaxing events are open to all students. ...

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COTC Registration Dates

Summer Semester 2026 Priority Registration Dates*^ Registration for students enrolled in a selective health program (nursing, sonography, radiologic science, surgical tech) and military/veteran students ...

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Your Return on Investment

Central Ohio Technical College is chartered by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) as a state-assisted institution of higher education. Providing information regarding the outcomes of our graduates is required by ODHE. The link below will take ...

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Healthcare Expo

Open current students and the public No ...

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Healthcare Expo

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Appeal Forms

At COTC, appeal processes are in place for students to provide information and appeal things like dependency status and/or income reported on the FAFSA. It's important to talk with a Student Financial Services staff member to understand what form is ...

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Find Course Materials

​In accordance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act, Barnes and Noble booksellers — including our own college bookstore — is fully compliant with textbook provisions, as ISBN numbers and existing retail price information are available on the bookstor ...

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Schedule a Test

Newark Campus Testing Scheduling for testing appointments at the Newark campus is done online using RegisterBlast. Schedule a Test All appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance to ensure testing materials are available in the Testing Center. ...

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Online Success

Online learning can sometimes be a challenge for students. The Student Success Center is here to assist students with online learning to help them be successful and reach their educational goals.  ...

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Testing Center

The Testing Center administers the following tests: ACCUPLACER placement testing HESI A2 health applicant exams various certification exams missed classroom tests class tests for students with authorized accommodations ...

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Jobs and Internships

Job and internships listed are provided for informational purposes. COTC does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Please contact the employer with questions about the positions listed. Employers: To list your position here, ...

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Student Success Coaches

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 ...

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Student Resource Center

The COTC Student Resource Center provides one-on-one assistance to all COTC students. It  is part of the COTC holistic Student Success Center and exists thanks to many campus and community partners.  Student Resource Center coordinators help students who ...

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Testing Policies

Code of Student Conduct: Students are required to follow the COTC Code of Student Conduct at all times.  ​Personal Belongings: Only items required for testing are permitted in the testing rooms. All personal belongings must be placed in a locker, includin ...

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Tutoring Services

COTC offers free tutoring to all students in a variety of subjects. ...

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Licensed Practical Nursing to Associate Degree Nursing
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Associate of Applied Science LPN to Associate Degree Nursing 65 Credit Hours   Location Newark, Coshocton, Knox, Pataskala Format On campus 91% NCLEX-RN pass rate   Admission Selective admission Financial Aid Eligible Yes 92% Job placement   Accreditation ...

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Paramedic to Associate Degree Nursing
An instructor and three nursing students practice skills on a mannequin.

Associate of Applied Science Paramedic to Associate Degree Nursing 65 Credit Hours   Location Pataskala Format On campus 91% NCLEX-RN pass rate   Admission Selective admission Financial Aid Eligible Yes 92% Job placement   Accreditation ACEN Credential Ea ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What documentation is required for admission? A non-U.S. citizen is required to submit one of the following documents: Permanent Resident Card Asylee or Refugee documentation I-94 Form I-797 Notice of Deferred Action from USCIS (approval notice) Visa or P ...

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Browse Our Courses

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One Book, One Community: Youth Edition

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Illustrator Rose Bousamra Visit

Location: John L. and Christine Warner Library and Student Center Performance Platform (room 126) 1219 University Dr.  Newark, OH 43055 Get to know artist and comic creator Rose Bousamra, illustrator of this year's One Book, One Community  book selec ...

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Partnership in Action

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Campus Closure/Limited Campus Operations

In the event of a short-term closure of all or part of the campus due to weather or other emergencies, notifications will be sent via the Campus Emergency Alert System, and the campus will operate with limited services. Updates will also be posted on the  ...

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Donors Gift COTC New Ultrasound Technology
DMS student Sara Potak , donor Sally Heckman, and program director Melinda Brillhart stand around an ultrasound machine donated by Heckman in the COTC sonography lab.

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) received funding from two generous local donors to purchase a pair of new, state-of-the-art ultrasound machines for its Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology (DMS) lab. These contributions bolster the DMS program’s ...

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Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) recognizes and encourages scholarship among two-year college students. PTK provides the opportunity for the development of leadership and service, an intellectual climate and exchange of ideas, the lively fellowship for scholars, and ...

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Student Leadership Awards

At our shared Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark campus, we collaborate, support each other and provide opportunities to improve the world around us. The student leadership awards highlight the great work of your ...

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