The fall after she graduated from Chillicothe High School, Kristen Eblin started a radiologic sciences degree at a four-year university. About halfway through, she realized that she was in the wrong major at the wrong school. Fortunately, she discovered a ...

Student Spotlight - 02/15/2022 - 7:28am

Our donors have a tremendous impact on the quality of our programs, teaching and facilities. The campus has a history of community and alumni support, which has been a great factor in its growth and development. ...

Overview - 02/19/2024 - 9:40am

In 1966, the Newark community embarked on a fundraising campaign to establish a permanent state-owned building for The Ohio State University's Newark branch that would make available both day and evening classes for local students. More than 7,000 Li ...

Post - 02/19/2024 - 9:45am

Located on the western edge of Licking County, the Pataskala campus brings many of COTC’s associate degree and certificates closer to Columbus and surrounding areas. Following an extensive renovation, the Pataskala campus now provides the opportunity to c ...

Overview - 09/06/2020 - 10:07pm

Central Ohio Technical College- CARES Act Reporting The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act; the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF I & II), and ...

Pod - 11/02/2020 - 1:33pm

If you are considering a career in the arts, we recommend pursuing an Associate of Arts degree to complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree. The Associate of Arts degree requires completion of more arts and humanities courses, such as English an ...

Degree - 06/23/2023 - 11:12am

If you are considering a career in math, science or a STEM field, we recommend pursuing an Associate of Science degree to complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree. The Associate of Science degree requires completion of more math and science cou ...

Degree - 06/23/2023 - 11:29am

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Pod - 02/19/2024 - 6:34am

Patient care technicians with multiple skills play a vital role in direct patient care. After completing the certificate, the student will be certified as a State Tested Nurse Aide and become certified in CPR. Phlebotomy and electrocardiogram (ECG) are al ...

Overview - 03/09/2022 - 8:01am

The Annual Scholarship and Student Leadership Dinner brings together donors, scholarship recipients and campus leadership to celebrate the significance of COTC and Ohio State Newark’s scholarship program. Donors get the opportunity to meet the students wh ...

Post - 08/25/2020 - 1:52pm

Why choose COTC? Flexibility COTC has agreements with  two program partners  to offer students flexibility and options in selecting training courses. ...

Overview - 10/06/2020 - 5:29am

Judy Stansbury has dedicated her life to serving others. Her decades-long career as a social worker gave her the opportunity to work with vulnerable populations including children, new mothers, survivors of domestic violence and senior citizens in a varie ...

News - 12/20/2023 - 1:54pm

For more than half a century Mrs. Reese, with her husband J. Gilbert Reese, have shaped educational, recreational and artistic offerings that make Licking County a special place to live, learn and play. ...

Post - 02/26/2024 - 1:07pm

Judy Stansbury is a former manager of COTC's human services program. After retiring, she established an endowed scholarship to benefit graduates of COTC who are pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree. ...

Post - 02/26/2024 - 1:03pm

Coshocton Native Marion Sutton's support of her hometown includes a scholarship for returning adult students from Coshocton County.  ...

Post - 02/26/2024 - 2:01pm

As an energy delivery system operator associate for American Electric Power (AEP), Braden Feick is one of many “hands on deck” when a power outage sweeps through the area. Thanks to his extensive training at COTC — which dovetailed into an immersive inter ...

Post - 02/26/2024 - 2:38pm

From a young age, Jennifer Ellis-Brunn understood the importance of hard work and the value of education. “I was working in banking while in high school, and I wanted to continue gaining career experience while getting the education I needed to advance,” ...

Post - 02/26/2024 - 2:46pm

Luconda and Joanne Dager of Velvet Ice Cream partnered with COTC to create a unique ice cream flavor in 2021 for the college's 50th anniversary and then sweetened the partnership by announcing the creation of a new scholarship for COTC's busines ...

Post - 02/27/2024 - 6:13am

As a transplant to the Buckeye State from Colorado Springs, Heather Prince used to drive past the Pataskala campus of COTC and wonder what went on there. Prince was in her 30s at the time and, as it happened, seeking a new career direction. Turns out, she ...

Post - 02/27/2024 - 6:31am

As COTC's first president, Robert A. Barnes laid the foundation for the newly chartered technical school. In retirement, his legacy continues with a planned gift and membership in the 1971 Legacy Society. ...

Post - 02/27/2024 - 6:57am

Get the Training and Knowledge You Need at COTC In collaboration with   Central Ohio’s emergence as a semiconductor hub, fueled by Intel’s arrival, presents an exciting opportunity for people of all backgrounds aspiring to pursue a career in this rapidly ...

Landing Page - 07/24/2023 - 11:03am

COTC is pleased to announce the opening of our new state-of-the-art multimedia studio, housed in the Teaching and Learning Center. This high-tech studio is available to faculty, staff and students for creating video and audio productions. This soundproof ...

Pod - 01/19/2023 - 8:24am

A student organization is an association of students created for any educational purpose that supports the vision and goals of the university. There are hundreds of students involved in organizations built around academics, recreation, service and more.  ...

Overview - 08/25/2020 - 4:53pm

What is the cost of tuition? How is tuition calculated? Review the COTC tuition chart, which outlines the fee per credit hour based on residency status.  Academic plans of study show how many classes and credit hours a student must take to complete a cert ...

Post - 12/02/2020 - 8:28am

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Post - 08/25/2020 - 2:13pm

The 1971 Legacy Society Membership Benefits  Invitation to an annual VIP recognition event hosted by the COTC president  Special 1971 Legacy Society gift  Recognition in COTC’s annual Impact Report  Recognition on COTC’s 1971 Legacy Society webpage  ...

Post - 08/25/2020 - 1:45pm

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Overview - 02/14/2023 - 8:49am

Autumn Semester DNTL-101 *# EFDA 1 4   Total 4 Spring Semester DNTL-102 *# EFDA 2 4   Total 4 Total Hours Required Total Credit Hours Required for this Certificate:  8 ​Helpful Information * Course may have prerequisites. Please check the course descripti ...

Post - 03/21/2023 - 6:43am

When he moved to the United States from his home country of Ghana, Ben Anyigbavor had a degree in geodetic engineering from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and 10 years of experience in land surveying. In terms of careers, the healthcar ...

Student Spotlight - 02/19/2024 - 7:31am

Central Ohio’s emergence as a semiconductor hub, fueled by the arrival of Intel in Licking County, presents an exciting opportunity for people of all backgrounds aspiring to pursue a career in this rapidly evolving industry. As the community continues to ...

Overview - 09/13/2023 - 10:18am