East Central Technical College

Location and Contact Information

The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area.

Overview

East Central Technical College, also referred to as ECTC, is located in Fitzgerald, Georgia. ECTC is a part of the Technical College System of Georgia. The college was established in 1963. ECTC offers associate’s and master’s degree programs, diplomas and technical certificate programs in several fields including accounting, education, computer information technology and health services. The college has an impressive enrollment of international students as well. In addition, the college also offers adult education and online learning programs.

East Central Technical College has an active campus life. There are several clubs and organizations operated by the students in the campus. The Student Government Association governs and provides social, moral, intellectual, and physical development of students through several educational and cultural activities. Financial aid is offered by the college in order to facilitate higher studies for students.

Highlights (vs. Other Schools)

• Many students concentrating in office and administration and mechanics and repair.
• Large number of programs of study offered.
• Large number of students.
• Affordable tuition & fees.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.

School characteristics:

• The school is public.
• Academic calender: Quarter.

Features of note:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
• There are one or more libraries on-campus.
• Distance learning is available.
• Weekend study is an option.
• Part-time classes are available.

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Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)

Faculty

Tenure (2009-2010):

Students

Student enrollment was 1,486 in 2009-2010 (1,231 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

Students under 25 years old represent 43% of the student body. About 21% of the school is at least 40 years of age.

Room and Board

On-campus housing is not available.

Graduate School Focus

The highest degree offered is the Associate.

Programs of Study

(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)

BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY (45 awarded)

• Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
• Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (10 awarded)

• Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
• Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (13 awarded)

• Computer Programming/Programmer
• Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
• Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
• Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

CONSTRUCTION TRADES (45 awarded)

• Electrician
• Lineworker

EDUCATION AND TEACHING (24 awarded)

• Early Childhood Education and Teaching

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (1 awarded)

• Child Care and Support Services Management

MECHANICS AND REPAIR (118 awarded)

• Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
• Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
• Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
• Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
• Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (6 awarded)

• Medical Reception/Receptionist

MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (42 awarded)

• Medical/Clinical Assistant
• Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist

NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (141 awarded)

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
• Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant

OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (255 awarded)

• Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
• Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
• General Office Occupations and Clerical Services

PRODUCTION TRADES (40 awarded)

• Welding Technology/Welder

SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (30 awarded)

• Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

TRANSPORTATION (79 awarded)

• Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation