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Valdosta Technical College, also called Valdosta Tech or VTC, is located in Valdosta, Georgia, United States. It began offering classes in the year 1963 and was known as Valdosta Area Vocational Technical School. It was christened Valdosta Technical College in 2000. The campus occupies an area of more than 120 acres. VTC is a member of the Technical College System of Georgia. Degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs are offered to students in the areas of applied science, business education, practical nursing, electronics, and technology, among others. Online courses are also offered to outstation students.
Students of Valdosta Technical College are involved in many on-campus clubs and organizations. These include the Delta Epsilon Chi, National Vocational Honor Society, Phi Beta Lambda, Student Government Association, and Society of Radiologic Technology.
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Campus Location4089 Valtech Rd
Valdosta, GA 31602
USA
Main Tel: (229) 333-2100
Web Site The campus is in a small suburb. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in computer science and engineering, beauty and cosmetology, and transportation.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Good faculty-to-student 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 | 316 | 33 | | 1-2 year certificate | 182 | 21 | | Associate | 45 | 12 | | 2-4 year degree | 39 | 6 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 2,391 in 2007-2008 (2,024 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 | $ 1,572 | | Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,868 | | Books and supplies | $ 700 |
Financial Aid: Valdosta 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) BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY (57 awarded) - Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
- Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (107 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Banking and Financial Support Services
- Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- Operations Management and Supervision
- Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (23 awarded) - Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Systems Security
- Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (9 awarded) COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (1 awarded) - Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (10 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (4 awarded) - CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
- Drafting and Design Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK (3 awarded) - Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Child Care and Support Services Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE (8 awarded) - Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations
- Landscaping and Groundskeeping
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (65 awarded) - Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA (10 awarded) - Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production
- Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (13 awarded) - Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (114 awarded) - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Opticianry/Ophthalmic Dispensing Optician
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
- Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (37 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (27 awarded) - Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
- Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
PRODUCTION TRADES (9 awarded) - Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Welding Technology/Welder
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (11 awarded) - Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
TRANSPORTATION (74 awarded) - Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
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