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Food pantry provides hope to hungry students
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freshman, is one of them. Figuring out how to live on his own delivered some growing pains, which led to ...

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Apply for Financial Aid

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Central Ohio Technical College Recognizes Spring Semester 2020 Graduates

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COTC Recognizes Spring 2021 Graduates

Heiser presented diplomas to students in a modified, in-person ceremony on May 7, 2021. Graduates who ...

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Central Ohio Technical College Recognizes Spring Semester 2020 Graduates

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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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Counseling Services
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Four Campuses Locations
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With four campus locations in central Ohio, you have options where you can take classes. Our Newark campus offers a comprehensive inventory of academic programs while our extended campuses in Coshocton, Mount Vernon and Pataskala, offer a convenient start ...

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Coshocton Campus Advisors
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Name:  Jessie Patterson  Title:  Academic Advisor Location:  Coshocton Campus Email:   patterson.871@mail.cotc.edu     Phone:  740-622-1408 Educational Background: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of Akron, 2011  Hometown:  Millersburg, OH ...

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LPN to Associates Degree Nursing — Learning Outcomes
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​​​Statement of Purpose The purpose of the nursing program is to provide health education programs for emerging and practicing healthcare providers, accomplished through the values of integrity, quality, leadership, affordability and innovation. ...

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COTC Offers First Bachelor’s Degree
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Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is launching its first bachelor’s degree program to meet workforce demand in the central Ohio region. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (BAS in DMS) prepares students for careers as regi ...

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Business Technology Careers
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Still Time to Enroll this Fall at COTC
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With five start dates every year at Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), there's still time to go ahead with your goals. Register now for COTC's accelerated term that begins Oct. 17. ...

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Coshocton Campus
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200 North Whitewoman Street Coshocton, OH 43812 740.622.1408 ...

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Online Campus
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Offering the same academic rigor, expert instruction from seasoned faculty, opportunities to connect with classmates, and support services through a digital learning environment. ...

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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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Business Management Technology
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The Associate of Applied Business in Business Management Technology at COTC is a fully accredited online program. Students will take a variety of courses in the areas of human resources, marketing, management and entrepreneurship to prepare for today’s bu ...

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Information Technology
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Technology continues to develop and change at a rapid pace, requiring a workforce with technical knowledge to design, develop, support and maintain the software, hardware and infrastructure required for quality systems. ...

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

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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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The 1971 Legacy Society Members
Legacy Society Founding Members

Anonymous (3) Robert A. Barnes, PhD, and Betty A. Barnes Kevin L. Carver Clarissa Ann Howard Douglas B. Marston Jane C.* and William T. McConnell Magdaline Rieser* Barry M. Riley Robert* and Joan* Robinson Nina Roslovic Cheryl L. and Charles D. Snyder Rob ...

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Blue Line Superhero Run
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The Blue Line Superhero Run, a collaboration between COTC and the Licking County Sheriff's Office (LCSO), honors law enforcement personnel as they begin National Police Week. Proceeds from the Blue Line Superhero Run will benefit COTC's Officer ...

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Air Force GEM Program
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Central Ohio Technical College is a proud partner in the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) General Education Mobile (GEM) program. As part of the GEM program, COTC offers general education courses to active duty airmen and guardians who are pursui ...

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George Clark
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George Clark isn’t your typical cadet in Central Ohio Technical College’s Peace Officer Basic Training (POBT) academy. This 46-year-old army veteran just completed the academy as part of the law enforcement technology degree program and is awaiting the st ...

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Ohio National Guard Non-Traditional Education Programs (NTEP)
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COTC’s commercial driver's license (CDL) training course is approved for the Ohio National Guard Scholarship Program (ONGSP). Eligible members of the Ohio National Guard may use this funding to help cover the cost of the course. Students interested i ...

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A Police Pipeline
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COTC is a catalyst in this community — not only creating change, but continually creating solutions when change happens naturally. An innovative partnership between its Peace Officer Basic Training program and the Licking County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is ...

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Student Demographics
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2025 Impact Report
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Consider these characteristics as you read the stories comprising the 2025 Impact Report. Each one is proof that with a mindset of tenacity and resilience, we can truly become better versions of ourselves. ...

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Impact Report
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The Impact Report is an annual publication that celebrates the transformative power of education in our college community. Through compelling stories of students, alumni, donors, faculty and staff, the report highlights programs and partnerships that shap ...

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Student Organizations
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