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Business Management Technology
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degree and landed a job — all before graduating high school. Read her story Future Start Dates Summer ...

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Master Schedule Development Toolkit

The Master Course Schedule Development Committee manages the development and publication of the college’s master course schedule. Using CourseDog, a comprehensive scheduling platform, we collaborate with faculty to gather feedback, refine course offerings ... Credit Hour Guidelines: for a conference with the student and his/her supervisor at least once during the semester, and ...

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Professional Development

LinkedIn Learning Available for free through a partnership with The Ohio State University, LinkedIn Learning is an industry leader in online training, with a digital library of more than 18,000 courses covering a wide range of technical, business, softwar ... Dependent Fee Remission Policy: mentally or physically unable to perform the essential material function of his or her own occupation for ...

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Crisis Services

expressions of feelings. Accept the feelings. Don’t dare him or her to do it. Don’t be sworn to secrecy. Seek ...

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Admissions and Reentry
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Whether you are still active in the military or have already transitioned to the civilian world: COTC is here to help you invest in your chosen path. With over 50 degrees and certificates, affordable tuition and free campus resources, we are here to suppo ... Prior Learning Assessment Policy: For international colleges and universities, an evaluation report of her/his transcripted ...

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Sexual Violence Prevention and Response
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​the abuser causes. If there are any witnesses, ask him or her to document what they saw. Contact the ...

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Student Information

  ... Social Work Assistant Program Guide: a placement with alternative agencies on his/her own. 5. If the student is able to identify a potential agency ...

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Application and Hiring Process

... Supervisor Handbook: of her/his position. Students should arrive on time, complete assigned tasks, and stay until they are ...

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Student Conduct

... 6.1.03 Code of Student Conduct: be reported to the associate dean of students or his/her designee; and 6. In cases where the alleged ...

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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 ... Download the Code of Student Conduct policy.: be reported to the associate dean of students or his/her designee; and 6. In cases where the alleged ...

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Open Enrollment

About During Open Enrollment, eligible faculty and staff have the opportunity to review, renew and make changes to select benefit plans. You may: Enroll, cancel or make changes to Health Plan benefit elections (medical, dental, vision) Add or drop depende ... The Standard Voluntary Group Term Life Insurance Enrollment Form: surviving the insured. Beneficiaries may be changed by the insured employee’s written notice to his or her ...

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Space Standards

The institutions’ buildings, grounds, facilities, and other property are dedicated to the fulfillment of their educational missions. The institutions allow designated outdoor and indoor spaces to be reserved for events consistent with the institutions’ ed ... COTC Freedom of Expression Policy: is caused by COTC, an event participant, or any ot her person or cause. Furthermore, all persons ...

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Policy Resources

Central Ohio Technical College approves, issues and maintains all college-wide policies using a consistent process and format. A college-wide process provides continuity, ease of access and understanding, and transparent guidance to the college community. ... Policy Writing Guide:  Use common words (e.g. "use" instead of "utilize").  Use active rat her ...

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Social Work Assistant
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Associate of Applied Science Social Work Assistant 63 Credit Hours   Location Newark, Coshocton, Knox, Pataskala Format Online       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Accreditation CSHSE Credentials Earned SWA and HS-BCP; potentia ... Social Work Assistant Practicum Handbook 2026-27: student can self-evaluate his/her progress through the Practicum Course Assignments. The final grade is ...

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Faculty Handbook

The Faculty Handbook is a reference for Central Ohio Technical College faculty members concerning college policies, administrative information and procedures, and general information deemed to be useful to college personnel. The handbook is designed to pr ...

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Institutional Planning Resources

... Goal Status Report - December 2025: September to see her presented with the award. • Sponsored and attended the Licking County Chamber of ...

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Promise Programs Honored with Innovation of the Year Award
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Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) recently earned a 2025-26 Innovation of the Year Award for the development of its Promise programs, through which students in its service region who exhibit financial need can receive free tuition. The award is presen ...

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Faculty, Staff Receive Excellence Awards
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Faculty and staff members from Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) were among those recognized by the League for Innovation in the Community College with the 2025-2026 Excellence Awards. ...

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Get Involved On Campus
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At COTC, learning extends beyond the classroom. A vibrant student life experience helps you build connections, explore interests and grow as a leader. Join a student organization to deepen your learning and meet people who share your passions. Stay active ...

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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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Supply Chain Management
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Central Ohio has become a major distribution hub for multiple large businesses and suppliers/manufacturers. The supply chain degree program is designed to provide you with the opportunity to develop a sound understanding of the critical role of supply cha ...

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Supply Chain Management
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Central Ohio has become a major distribution hub for multiple large businesses and suppliers/manufacturers. The Supply Chain Management One-Year Certificate provides working individuals with an opportunity to expand their skillset for career advancement o ...

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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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Central Ohio Technical College
Central Ohio Technical College

Consider us your close-to-home gateway to a world of potential. No matter your dreams — advancing in your career, exploring new opportunities, or pursuing your passion — we’re here to help. We award certificates, associate degrees and a bachelor's de ...

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What our alumni say about COTC
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COTC did a great job of preparing me for my career. There was a lot of hands-on training... The students that graduate from COTC go right into jobs and are very prepared. They are the ones that are going to advance and make a good wage. — Jennifer McDonal ...

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Digital Media Design Technology
Digital Media Design Technology

Associate of Applied Science Digital Media Design Technology 61 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus; most online       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Credential Earned Adobe Visit campus Contact us Apply Program Upd ...

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Digital Media Technology
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Short-Term Certificate Digital Media Technology 20 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format Online, hybrid       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Credential Earned Adobe Certified Associate Visit campus Contact us Apply Overview The ...

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Patient Care Technician
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Short-Term Certificate   Patient Care Technician 16 Credit Hours   Location Newark, Coshocton, Knox, Pataskala Format On campus       Admission Open Enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Credentials earned CNA, CPR, ECG and phlebotomy Visit campus C ...

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Affordable College Education
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COTC's tuition is already below average of all community colleges in Ohio, but we make attending college even more affordable by awarding more than $1.35 million in scholarships each year. Residents of Licking, Coshocton and Knox counties may attend ...

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Hands-on learning for in-demand careers
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COTC has bachelor's degrees, associate degrees and certificates that provide you with the skills and training for immediate employment or transfer credit to continue your education toward a bachelor's degree. Earn a certificate in as little as o ...

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