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Information Technology

Information technology (IT) professionals provide support for nearly every business, hospital, educational facility and household. Technology continues to develop and change at a rapid pace, requiring a workforce with technical knowledge to design, develo ...

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Management

If you have interest in business management, the management certificate at COTC is a great place to begin. The management certificate includes coursework focusing on a variety of areas including business law and financial practices in business. Students w ...

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Medical Coding

The medical coding associate degree prepares students for employment as a medical billing and coding professional at many locations of employment including: ...

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Office Administration

Students who choose to study office administration within the business program at COTC gain knowledge and skills to prepare them for employment in an office setting. Office administrators focus on technical processes and perform clerical skills that help ...

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Phlebotomy

Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, research or blood donations. They primarily work in hospitals, ambulatory centers, clinics, medical and diagnostic laboratories, blood donor centers, and doctors’ offices. Whether you work in a laboratory, ...

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Radiologic Science Technology

Radiologic technologists perform diagnostic imaging procedures such as x-ray, MRI and CT. The radiologic science technology associate degree program at COTC combines extensive classroom, laboratory and clinical learning situations to provide students with ...

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Entrepreneurship
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The entrepreneurship certificates introduce students to key concepts applicable to entrepreneurship and running a start-up company. ...

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Entrepreneurship

Being an entrepreneur means having the ability to identify opportunities and take them from idea to implementation. Whether that be starting a new business or a new venture in an existing business, having an entrepreneurial spirit is a key ingredient to s ...

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Information Technology Specialist
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Learn foundational skills to obtain an entry-level position in the growing field of information technology. Short-term and one-year certificate available.  ...

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Information Technology Specialist

This program gives you the foundational skills to obtain an entry-level position in the growing field of information technology. Whether you are looking for a quick entry into the workforce or opportunities to upskill within your current field, these cert ...

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Medical Coding

Quickly begin a career in medical coding. ...

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Human Resources
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Students who choose to study human resources within the business program at COTC gain knowledge and skills to prepare them for employment as a human resources generalist. This certificate option allows students to gain proficiency in Microsoft® Office sof ...

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Emergency Medical Technician

COTC offers initial EMT courses in conjunction with our affiliated partners at CTEC of Licking County, Knox County Career Center, and the Ohio Fire Academy. EMS 120 is a 7-credit hour/one-semester course. Students completing the course will be eligible to ...

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Behavioral and Mental Health Technician
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Psychiatric technicians and aides care for people who have mental illness and developmental disabilities. Technicians typically provide therapeutic care and monitor their patients’ conditions. Aides help patients in their daily activities and ensure a saf ...

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Patient Care Technician

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 Nursing Aide and become certified in CPR. Phlebotomy and electrocardiogram (ECG) are ...

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Behavioral and Mental Health Technician

Psychiatric technicians and aides care for people who have mental illness and developmental disabilities. Technicians typically provide therapeutic care and monitor their patients’ conditions. Aides help patients in their daily activities and ensure a saf ...

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Student Success Coaches

One-on-one academic support ...

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AmeriCorps Student Resource Center

Address non-academic challenges ...

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Basic Healthcare Skills
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This certificate prepares you to become a State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) — a first step in your nursing career.  ...

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Nursing Technology
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COTC graduates start their careers as registered nurses (RN) with this traditional five-semester plan of study. ...

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Intel Executives Visit Newark Campus

Intel’s Chief Global Operations Officer Keyvan Esfarjani, accompanied by Intel’s executive leadership team in Ohio, visited the Newark campus of Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University. ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I schedule an appointment? Admissions Admissions Representative Students new or returning to COTC who have not yet completed Online Orientation can schedule an Admissions appointment  online  or by emailing  cotcadmissions@mail.cotc.edu or call 740 ...

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Academic Advising

Advising is a shared responsibility between the student and advisor.  Your advisor provides guidance on developing meaningful academic and career goals, understanding degree requirements and navigating your college experience.  Your advisor is committed t ...

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Student Planning
Student Planning

Student Planning is an online tool that makes managing your course planning easier! You can use Student Planning to track your progress toward your degree or certificate, plan your class schedule, and register for classes. ...

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Digital Media Design Technology
Digital Media Design Technology

The digital media design technology associate degree curriculum at COTC is a broad and intensive exploration of the process and the business of digital design. Students can expect to study the principles of design, color theory, social media and typograph ...

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Case Management for the Healthcare and Gerontology Professional
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Case managers typically work as part of a team to assess, plan, coordinate, implement, monitor and evaluate options and services to meet people’s health and human service needs.  ...

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Addiction Studies
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​The number of citizens affected by substance use disorder is in the millions and Ohio is severely affected. The Addiction Studies Certificate program prepares individuals to work in an entry-level position in many community health programs. Coursework in ...

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Associate of Technical Studies
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Create your own plan of study to meet your unique career goals. Students can create their own degree plan and earn an Associate of Technical Studies (ATS) through two different options: the one year option or by combining areas of study.   ...

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Digital Media Design Technology
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The digital media design curriculum at COTC is a broad and intensive exploration of the process and the business of digital design. Students can expect to study the principles of design, color theory, social media and typography. Students will also take c ...

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Digital Media Technology
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This certificate program provides students the opportunity to gain fundamental skills in a variety of multimedia production areas, including industry standard software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud applications); professional concepts (e.g., social media, i ...

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