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Heart of Georgia Technical College, also known as HGTC, is located in Dublin, Georgia, United States. It was established in 1980 as a technical school. The first classes were held on March 26, 1984. The college adopted its current name in October 2000. The main campus covers more than 65 acres of land. In addition to its main campus, the college operates the Little Ocmulgee Instructional Center, which is located in Helena, Georgia. HGTC acquired this campus in July 2001.
HGTC is home to a number of student clubs and organizations. Some of the on-campus student organizations are the Student Government Association, National Technical Honor Society, Student Practical Nurses Association, Skills USA, Phi Beta Lambda, Respiratory Educational Student Practitioners, and BRIDGE Club.
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Campus Location560 Pinehill Rd
Dublin, GA 31021
USA
Main Tel: (478) 275-6589
Web Site The campus is in a rural site not far from an urban area. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in transportation, security and law enforcement, and mechanics and repair.
- Large number of students.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
- High male/female ratio.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| < 1 year certificate | 355 | 24 | | 1-2 year certificate | 116 | 13 | | 2-4 year degree | 67 | 7 | | Associate | 34 | 8 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 1,560 in 2007-2008 (1,098 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 1,551 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,847 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,081 |
Financial Aid: Heart Of Georgia Technical College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (29 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration, Management and Operations
- Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (15 awarded) - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (13 awarded) - Carpentry/Carpenter
- Electrician
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (9 awarded) - Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (17 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (2 awarded) - CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (2 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Child Care and Support Services Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE (5 awarded) - Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (124 awarded) - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
- Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
- Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (3 awarded) - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (54 awarded) - Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (99 awarded) - Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (26 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
PRODUCTION TRADES (15 awarded) - Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (61 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
TRANSPORTATION (98 awarded) - Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
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