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Is online learning right for me?
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All COTC students will go through the same application and enrollment process. Once you’ve chosen your ...

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Judy Stansbury
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been a great career for me because I’ve always wanted to help people,” she said. “Continuing my ...

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Luconda and Joanne Dager
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years, we’ve seen how a degree from COTC has changed the lives of local students,” said Joanne, the ...

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Robert A. Barnes, PhD
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I look back on things, I must admit that I’ve probably taken a little more pride, comfort and joy in the ...

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Justin Glass
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students, you can understand them through discussion boards. I’ve grown and learned with them – it’s pretty ...

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Central Ohio Technical College
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instructors are the best I’ve ever had. Melanie Gibson COTC Student, Nursing Technology Read Melanie’s story. ...

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Fortifying His Future
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use, he’s immediately putting his new knowledge to use. “What I’ve learned is already helping me ...

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Autumn Commencement Ceremony
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I received from COTC,” he said. “I’ve enjoyed being part of the COTC community so much. They are here to help ...

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Mother and Daughter Earn Same COTC Degree 20 Years Apart
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that I had and everything that I’ve ever done and learned, I’ve used here in this role,” Smith said. “I ...

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Events
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listed as “Surveys.” Once you’ve completed a verified Biometric Screening, your values will automatically ...

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Ohio State Newark/COTC Student Food Pantry Use Soars During Pandemic
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piece of a student’s holistic success plan,” said White. “We’ve seen an increase in student need this ...

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New Partnership Offers Hope with Free Career Training
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celebrate with them and send the message, ‘You’ve built your home, now continue to build your future!’”  ...

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Mother Honors Daughter's Memory Through Nursing Award Fundraising Challenge
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these actions have been all I’ve known to do. Losing a child is the ultimate sacrifice and should not ...

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COTC Recognizes Faculty with Teaching Excellence Awards
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while empathizing with the student.” “[Cooperider] is the most involved and caring instructor I’ve ever ...

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COTC Recognizes Faculty Anniversaries
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actually had a student who was just 12 years old. I’ve had really good experiences with my CCP students. ...

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COTC Celebrates 50 Years of Nursing Education
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would have known their first year as a nurse) or encouragement (e.g., unexpected joys they’ve found in ...

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COTC Alumna Bolin Inspires Hope Through Change
COTC human services graduate Melody Bolin stands outside of The Main Place where she works as a mental health case manager.

Ohio. Practicums are field experiences that allow students to apply what they’ve learned in the ...

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Mir Arif
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that I loved writing, and I’ve always loved reading. I felt the passion come back to me.” Other writers ...

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COTC Student Veteran Stories
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school with an aim to “travel and see the world,” she says. “I’ve always loved aircraft and I basically ...

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Program Accreditation Information

Accreditation The Electrical Engineering Technology associate degree program at COTC is Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET,  https://www.abet.org. ... COTC Engineering Graduate and Employer Survey Data Summary: I've worked students from most of the Universities & Community Colleges around central Ohio the ...

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Electrical Engineering Technology
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Associate of Applied Science Electrical Engineering Technology 62-63 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus $73,590 Average annual salary*   Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Accreditation ABET Information Meeting Contact ... COTC Engineering Graduate and Employer Survey Data Summary: I've worked students from most of the Universities & Community Colleges around central Ohio the ...

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Career exploration and choosing a major or program of study

The Office of Career Development encourages undecided students to explore their options.  No matter where you are in your career development, in order to make informed decisions, you need information about yourself and about the world of work.  A variety ... Employer Registration Directions: conduct resume searches. An email address is required to register. Contact our office if you do not ha ve ...

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Perseverance in a Pandemic

back in the workforce and on the path to financial recovery. Consider COTC if you’ve lost your job or ...

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Current Student Organizations

people you’ve ever met, building friendships that last a lifetime. Academic Persuasive Speaking and ...

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COTC is Tobacco-Free

As a part of our commitment to the health and well-being of faculty, staff, students and visitors, all COTC campuses are 100% tobacco-free. Tobacco-Free Policy ... Tobacco-Free COTC Guide to Successful Implementation: with actions steps that will resolve the problem. “Now that we’ve discussed t he importance of ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can I complete the early childhood education technology associate degree? The time it takes a student to complete the early childhood education associate degree depends on:  How many classes a student takes at a time and what classes they take ... Early Childhood Education Application Packet: and 5101:2-13-26 of the Administrati ve Code. Note: effective June 1, 2008 all civilian background ...

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Admissions
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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 ... Veterans Quick Start Guide: you have completed this step. First Semester Registration: Once you’ve completed online orientation, ...

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Ohio National Guard Scholarship and Military Tuition Assistance (TA)
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ONGSP will pay the base tuition (general and instructional fees) for Ohio state-assisted colleges and universities. ONGSP scholarships are available for both full-time and part-time students who are actively enrolled in at least three (3) credit hours or ... Ohio ARNG Education Benefits Handbook: educationservicesbranch@army.mil GI Bill ® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Ve terans Affairs (VA). More ...

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Early Childhood Education Technology
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Associate of Applied Science Early Childhood Education Technology 62 Credit Hours   Location Newark Format On campus, some online       Admission Open enrollment Financial Aid Eligible Yes       Accreditation NAEYC Industry Credentials CDA; Pre-K Associat ... Early Childhood Education Application Packet: and 5101:2-13-26 of the Administrati ve Code. Note: effective June 1, 2008 all civilian background ...

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Resources for Hiring Managers

Hiring Guide PeopleAdmin User’s Guide Hiring-manager resources ... Sample Interview Questions: an example of a time when you did this. 4. Tell me about one of the toughest groups that you’ve had ...

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