West Georgia Technical College

The Accounting associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for a variety of careers in accounting in today's technology-driven workplaces. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.

The Business Management associate degree program is designed to prepare students for entry into management and supervisory occupations in a variety of businesses and industries. Learning opportunities will introduce, develop, and reinforce academic and occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement in management.

The Esthetician certificate program is designed to offer esthetics training for entry-level students. Completion of the program prepares students to sit for the Esthetics licensure examination given by the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers and to work in a variety of professions that employ estheticians in beauty salons, spas, health clubs, cosmetics stores as well as plastic surgeons' and dermatologists' offices.

The Mission of the Emergency Medical Services Program is to provide comprehensive educational training to students that will enable them to provide basic and advanced emergency medical care and transportation to the injured or sick patient in the pre-hospital setting. Students who complete the program will receive a Technical Certificate of Credit and are eligible to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) cognitive and psychomotor certification examinations.

The Mission of the Emergency Medical Services Program is to provide comprehensive educational training to students that will enable them to provide basic and advanced emergency medical care and transportation to the injured or sick patient in the pre-hospital setting. Students who complete the program will receive a Technical Certificate of Credit and are eligible to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) cognitive and psychomotor certification examinations.

The Mission of the Emergency Medical Services Program is to provide comprehensive educational training to students that will enable them to provide basic and advanced emergency medical care and transportation to the injured or sick patient in the pre-hospital setting. Students who complete the program will receive a Technical Certificate of Credit and are eligible to sit for the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) cognitive and psychomotor certification examinations.

The Early Childhood Care and Education Child Development Specialist certificate program is a sequence of five courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes the basics needed for a career in early childhood, but this TCC also includes more content about planning curriculum and working in the field. In addition, the student may complete a practicum and work in a childcare program. Graduates have qualifications to be employed in early care and education settings, including childcare centers and Head Start.

The Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Basics certificate program includes three basic Early Childhood Care and Education courses that are needed for entry-level workers. The program provides an introductory course to the ECCE field; a child growth and development course; and a health, safety, and nutrition course.

The Early Childhood Care and Education diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application, as well as limited basic skills competencies necessary for successful employment.

The Early Childhood Care and Education associate degree program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in the field of early childhood education. The program emphasizes a combination of early childhood care and education theory and practical application as well as general core competencies necessary for successful employment. Graduates of this program will receive one of three areas of specialization: infant/toddler, program administration, paraprofessional/school age.

The Early Childhood Care and Education Infant/Toddler Child Care Specialist certificate program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students with the basics needed for working with infants and toddlers. The program provides an intense look at understanding and learning activities and proper care needed for infants and toddlers.

The Crime Scene Fundamentals certificate program begins to introduce students to various careers in the rapidly growing field of forensic science. Students will gain introductory exposure to knowledge and skills that may encourage further academic preparation in careers in forensic technology in areas such as crime scene investigation, death investigation, laboratory technology, evidence technology, forensic computer science, and general forensic science or criminal justice fields.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

The Forensic Science Fundamentals Technical Certificate of Credit begins to introduce students to various careers in the rapidly growing field of forensic science. Students will gain introductory exposure to knowledge and skills that my encourage further academic preparation in careers in forensic technology in areas such as crime scene investigation, death investigation, laboratory technology, evidence technology, forensic computer science, and general forensic science or criminal justice fields.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

The Criminal Justice Fundamentals certificate program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for criminal justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of criminal justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Completion of the Criminal Justice Specialist certificate program may permit students to pursue entry-level opportunities in the criminal justice field. Completion of this certificate program does not ensure certification of officer status in Georgia. Students must seek such certification through the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

The Criminal Justice Fundamentals certificate program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for criminal justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of criminal justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Completion of the Criminal Justice Specialist certificate program may permit students to pursue entry-level opportunities in the criminal justice field. Completion of this certificate program does not ensure certification of officer status in Georgia. Students must seek such certification through the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.

The Criminal Justice Fundamentals certificate program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for criminal justice professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of criminal justice theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Completion of the Criminal Justice Specialist certificate program may permit students to pursue entry-level opportunities in the criminal justice field. Completion of this certificate program does not ensure certification of officer status in Georgia. Students must seek such certification through the Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Council.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

Few jobs will test your endurance like serving and protecting your community, but few jobs will provide greater satisfaction than those in the criminal justice sector. You’ll help and protect others, uphold the law, and keep order in the community. If you’re one of the many considering the criminal justice pathway, you know the difference between a career and a calling.

The mission of the Fire Science program is to provide the fire service communities with students prepared for employment and advancement opportunities in Fire and Emergency Services. The program provides innovative and engaging learning opportunities in executive development, anti-arson techniques, emergency and disaster preparedness, hazardous materials control, and public fire safety and education through virtual assessment. Completion of the program leads to a diploma or an applied associate degree in Fire Science.

The mission of the Fire Science program is to provide the fire service communities with students prepared for employment and advancement opportunities in Fire and Emergency Services. The program provides innovative and engaging learning opportunities in executive development, anti-arson techniques, emergency and disaster preparedness, hazardous materials control, and public fire safety and education through virtual assessment. Completion of the program leads to a diploma or an applied associate degree in Fire Science.

The Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welder certificate program is a continuation of the basic certificate. Successful completion of FS31: Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder is a prerequisite to admission to this program. The advanced program provides instruction in shielded metal arc welding in the overhead, horizontal, and vertical positions.

The Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder certificate program prepares students for careers in the welding and joining industry. This certificate emphasizes arc welding in the flat position and is prerequisite to the advanced certificate, OSM1: Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welder.

The Gas Metal Arc Welder certificate program prepares students for welding careers in the MIG process. Topics include an introduction to welding technology, oxyfuel cutting techniques, and MIG welding techniques and processes.

The Gas Tungsten Arc Welder certificate program provides instruction in TIG welding techniques. Topics include understanding the nature and culture of the welding industry, oxyfuel cutting techniques, and TIG welding processes.

The Pipe Welder certificate program provides instruction in the specialized field of pipe welding. A good understanding and skill base is essential for the completion of this program; completion of welding diploma (or all certificates in SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW) is required for admission to this program. Topics include advanced gas tungsten arc welding practices, fabrication practices, and pipe welding techniques.

The Welding and Joining Technology diploma program is designed to prepare students for careers in the welding industry. Program learning opportunities develop academic, technical, professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes welding theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The Air Conditioning Electrical Technician certificate program prepares students in the air conditioning area of study to acquire competencies in electricity related to installation, service, and maintenance of electrical systems.

The Air Conditioning Repair Specialist certificate program prepares students for positions in the maintenance and repair of air conditioning systems. A combination of theory and practical application provides for the necessary skills to support industry requirements.

The Air Conditioning Technician Assistant certificate program prepares students to hold positions as technician assistants in the HVACR field.

The Air Conditioning Technology diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the air conditioning industry. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of air conditioning theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The Air Conditioning Technician Assistant certificate program prepares students in the installation of heating and air conditioning systems. Emphasis is placed on the theory and practical application skills necessary for successful employment.

The Commercial Truck Driving certificate program provides basic training in the principles and skills of commercial truck operations. The program is based on the definition of a truck driver as one who operates a commercial motor vehicle of all different sizes and descriptions on all types of roads. At the completion of the program, the student is administered the Georgia CDL Skills Exam.

The Engineering Technology associate degree program is intended to provide the opportunity for students to explore a career in engineering at the professional level. Program graduates will be qualified as engineering technicians with a specialization in mechanical engineering technology, electrical engineering technology, or industrial engineering technology.

The Manufacturing Technician certificate program prepares students for entry-level employment in a manufacturing environment or for continued education in manufacturing or engineering programs of study. Students are introduced to fundamental manufacturing processes, including manufacturing design, machining, and assembly; mathematical operators and analytical problem solving; technical schematics and symbols; drafting tools and techniques; and engineering tools and concepts. All didactic and lab principles are applied as practiced in an industrial setting.

The Heavy Diesel Service Technician certificate program provides training in theory, diagnosis, and repair of basic systems on diesel engines and diesel equipment. Program instruction includes shop safety, shop equipment, diesel engines and fuel systems, electrical and electronic systems, off road power trains, and heavy equipment hydraulics.

The Welding and Joining Technology diploma program is designed to prepare students for careers in the welding industry. Program learning opportunities develop academic, technical, professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes welding theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The Automation and Robotics Technician certificate program prepares students to install, program, troubleshoot, repair, and modify robotic equipment or automated production systems. Topics include flexible manufacturing system electrical, electronic, and mechanical principles; manufacturing control process and work cell interfacing; work cell debugging and troubleshooting; pneumatic controls; robotic language programming; and human interface.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance diploma program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions. This planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment used in manufacturing applications.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance diploma program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions. The planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment used in manufacturing applications.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance associate degree program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions, with emphasis on diagnosing and maintaining complex integrated systems. The planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment and produce precision parts used in manufacturing applications.

The Basic Machining Operator certificate program prepares students for entry-level machine shop employment by providing the knowledge and skills in basic machining operations. Instruction is provided in blueprint reading; lathe, mill, and surface grinder operation; mathematical functions; and an introduction to the machine tool industry.

The Basic Machinist certificate program prepares students for a machine tool operator position with a machine shop or machine tool establishment. Topics include foundations of mathematics, an introduction to machine tool technology, and blueprint reading for machine tool applications.

The CNC Specialist certificate program provides training for graduates to gain employment as CNC machine tool technicians. Topics include CNC Fundamentals, mill and lathe manual programming, CNC practical applications, and CAD/CAM programming. The program emphasizes a combination of CNC theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The CNC Technology diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the CNC technology field. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of CNC theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The Industrial Instrumentation Technician certificate program provides knowledge and skills to install, configure, calibrate, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical instruments and equipment. Emphasis is placed on principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems and for communications, networking, and signal transmission systems.

The Lathe Operator certificate program prepares students to use lathes, lathe set up, and lathe tool grinding. Emphasis is placed on cutting threads, boring holes to precise measurements, and cutting tapers. Topics include an introduction to machine tool technology, blueprint reading for machine tool, and basic and advanced lathe operations.

The Industrial Instrumentation Technician certificate program provides knowledge and skills to install, configure, calibrate, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical instruments and equipment. Emphasis is placed on principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems and for communications, networking, and signal transmission systems.

The Mill Operator certificate program teaches students to effectively operate milling machinery. Students become proficient in blueprint reading, general mathematical operations, and are provided the necessary knowledge and skills to obtain employment as a milling machinist.

The Precision Machining and Manufacturing diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the machine tool technology field. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of machine tool theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The Commercial Wiring certificate program provides instruction in the knowledge and skills necessary to perform wiring functions in a commercial setting. Topics include safety practices, blueprint and schematic reading and interpretation, and wiring procedures and practices.

The Electrical Control Systems diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students in the field of electrical control systems. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge, along with skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes specialized training in PLCs, electrical controls, and instrumentation.

The Electrical Systems Technology diploma program provides instruction in the inspection, maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical systems in the residential, commercial, and industrial industries. A combination of theory and practical application is emphasized to develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills.

The Residential Wiring certificate program prepares students for employment in the construction industry as qualified residential wiring technicians. Topics include NEC regulations, blueprint reading, principles of direct and alternating current, and residential wiring procedures and practices.

The Industrial Electrician certificate program prepares students for employment using electrical maintenance skills. Instruction is provided in the occupational areas of industrial safety, direct and alternating current principles, and industrial wiring.

The Industrial Instrumentation Technician certificate program provides knowledge and skills to install, configure, calibrate, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical instruments and equipment. Emphasis is placed on principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems and for communications, networking, and signal transmission systems.

The Industrial Instrumentation Technician certificate program provides knowledge and skills to install, configure, calibrate, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical instruments and equipment. Emphasis is placed on principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems and for communications, networking, and signal transmission systems.

The Industrial Instrumentation Technician certificate program provides knowledge and skills to install, configure, calibrate, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical instruments and equipment. Emphasis is placed on principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems and for communications, networking, and signal transmission systems.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance diploma program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions. This planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment used in manufacturing applications.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance diploma program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions. The planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment used in manufacturing applications.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance associate degree program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions, with emphasis on diagnosing and maintaining complex integrated systems. The planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment and produce precision parts used in manufacturing applications.

The Industrial Instrumentation Technician certificate program provides knowledge and skills to install, configure, calibrate, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical instruments and equipment. Emphasis is placed on principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems and for communications, networking, and signal transmission systems.

The Industrial Systems Technology diploma program is designed for the student who wishes to prepare for a career as an industrial systems technician/electrician. The program provides learning opportunities that introduce, develop and reinforce academic and technical knowledge, skill, and attitudes required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Additionally, the program provides opportunities to retrain or upgrade present knowledge and skill. The diploma program teaches skills in industrial systems technology providing background skills in several areas of industrial maintenance including electronics, industrial wiring, motors, controls, PLCs, instrumentation, fluid power, mechanical, pumps and piping, and computers.

The Industrial Instrumentation Technician certificate program provides knowledge and skills to install, configure, calibrate, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical instruments and equipment. Emphasis is placed on principles and practices of instrumentation for industrial process control systems and for communications, networking, and signal transmission systems.

The Mechatronics Systems Technician certificate program is designed to prepare students to support the installation, calibration, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of complex mechatronics-related systems, equipment, and component parts used in today’s advanced manufacturing environment. In addition to an overview of automated manufacturing processes, content provides foundational skills in electronics, mechanical components, fluid power, robotics, motors, and programmable logic controllers.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance diploma program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions. This planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment used in manufacturing applications.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance diploma program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions. The planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment used in manufacturing applications.

The Precision Manufacturing and Maintenance associate degree program is designed to develop versatile skills required for a variety of manufacturing positions, with emphasis on diagnosing and maintaining complex integrated systems. The planned sequence of courses prepares students to install, program, operate, maintain, service, and diagnose electromechanical equipment and produce precision parts used in manufacturing applications.

The Automotive Chassis Technician Specialist certificate program provides students with skills needed to enter the automotive industry as an entry level chassis technician. Topics covered include shop safety; basic electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis; chassis components and types; steering system components and service; alignment theory and procedures; and brake system operation, diagnosis, and repair.

The Automotive Climate Control Technician certificate program provides students with skills for entering the automotive service industry as an entry-level climate control technician. Topics covered include basic shop safety; electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis; and the theory, operation, diagnosis, and servicing of automotive climate control systems.

The Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician certificate program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair basic electrical/electronic automotive systems as an entry level technician. Topics covered include automotive shop safety, electrical theory and circuit diagnosis, automotive batteries, starting and charging systems, instrumentation, lighting, and various vehicle accessories.

The Automotive Engine Performance Technician certificate program introduces students to the knowledge and skills they will need as entry-level automotive engine performance technicians. Topics covered include shop safety; electrical/electronics diagnosis; and diagnosis and service of fuel, ignition, emission, and electronic engine controls.

The Automotive Engine Repair Technician certificate program provides the student with entry-level automotive engine repair skills. Topics include basic shop safety, basic electrical/electronic diagnosis, principles of engine operation, basic engine diagnosis, and basic engine repair procedures.

The Automotive Technology diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive service and repair profession. Learning opportunities enable students to develop academic, technical and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of automotive mechanics theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Tech Specialist certificate program provides students with the skills to enter the automotive industry as an entry-level transmission, transaxle, and drive line technician. Topics covered include shop safety, basic electrical/electronic theory and diagnosis, manual transmission/transaxle operation and diagnosis, automatic transmission/transaxle operation and diagnosis, axles operation and diagnosis, differentials operation and diagnosis, and 4WD/AWD systems operation and diagnosis.

The Commercial Truck Driving certificate program provides basic training in the principles and skills of commercial truck operations. The program is based on the definition of a truck driver as one who operates a commercial motor vehicle of all different sizes and descriptions on all types of roads. At the completion of the program, the student is administered the Georgia CDL Skills Exam.

The Commercial Truck Driving certificate program provides basic training in the principles and skills of commercial truck operations. The program is based on the definition of a truck driver as one who operates a commercial motor vehicle of all different sizes and descriptions on all types of roads. At the completion of the program, the student is administered the Georgia CDL Skills Exam.

Prerequisite requirements must be fulfilled prior to enrollment in most required program courses. Prerequisite requirements are listed together with course titles and descriptions in the general college catalog.

Diesel Hydraulics Technology is a program emphasizing the National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) skills standards required for a technician to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.  Fundamental training in all aspects of medium/heavy truck technician training is employed through lecture and hands-on training. The Diesel Hydraulics program is master level certified by NATEF.  Students will be eligible for ASE student certifications upon completion of the program. Graduates can find employment with construction companies

Prerequisite requirements must be fulfilled prior to enrollment in most required program courses. Prerequisite requirements are listed together with course titles and descriptions in the general college catalog.

Diesel Hydraulics Technology is a program emphasizing the National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) skills standards required for a technician to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.  Fundamental training in all aspects of medium/heavy truck technician training is employed through lecture and hands-on training. The Diesel Hydraulics program is master level certified by NATEF.  Students will be eligible for ASE student certifications upon completion of the program. Graduates can find employment with construction companies

The Basic Electronics Assembler certificate program is designed to prepare students for careers as entry-level production technicians in a manufacturing environment, or as service technicians or operators in the telecommunications industry. Topics include basic mathematics, direct current circuits, and soldering techniques.

The Electronics Technician certificate program is designed to prepare students for careers as entry-level technicians in industry. Topics include basic mathematical skills, soldering techniques, direct current circuits, alternating current circuits, solid state circuits, digital and microprocessor fundamentals, and linear integrated circuits.

The Electronics Technology diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in electronics technology professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of communications, mathematics, computer literacy, and interpersonal relations. The program emphasizes a combination of electronics technology theory and practical application necessary for successful employment using both manual and computerized electronics systems.

The Electronics Technology associate degree program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in electronics professions. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of electronics technology theory and practical application necessary for successful employment using both manual and computerized electronics systems.

The Clinical Laboratory Technology program, with the assistance of its clinical affiliates, is committed to providing quality didactic, laboratory, and clinical instruction through cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains of learning, encompassing the skills needed to examine, analyze, and interpret results from blood, body fluids, and other diagnostic specimens. Upon graduation, students are prepared to work as clinical laboratory technicians in various medical laboratories and are eligible take a national certification examination through the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) or the American Medical Technologist (AMT) Certification.

The Computed Tomography (CT) certificate program provides educational opportunities to the post-graduate registered Radiologic Technologist, registered Radiation Therapist and registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist in good standing. It provides students with the knowledge needed to perform CT exams, and to sit for the Post-Primary Computed Tomography Certification Examination. The academic component is designed to meet competency requirements of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam in Computed Tomography, as well as providing for continuing educational requirements.

The Healthcare Professional Technical Certificate of Credit provides academic and career-related foundations to prepare students for employment and subsequent upward mobility in health delivery fields. Graduates may choose to further their education through a growing number of associate degree healthcare programs or pursue entry-level healthcare support positions in a wide variety of direct healthcare and laboratory settings.

The mission of the West Georgia Technical College Radiologic Technology Program is to prepare competent entry level radiographers through educating students in patient care skills, radiation safety, image production, and exam procedures, by utilizing classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction experiences. The program prepares students for employment in various medical imaging settings. Upon graduation, students are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) national examination.

The mission of the Dental Assisting Certificate program is to provide instruction in dental theory, infection control, and clinical experiences for Coweta and Douglas county high school students and adult students. Graduates of the Dental Assisting program are prepared for employment as dental assistants in general and specialty dental offices and are eligible to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) exam. Graduates can also obtain their Expanded Functions Certificate once meeting the requirements.

The mission of the Dental Assisting Certificate program is to provide instruction in dental theory, infection control, and clinical experiences for Coweta and Douglas county high school students and adult students. Graduates of the Dental Assisting program are prepared for employment as dental assistants in general and specialty dental offices and are eligible to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) exam. Graduates can also obtain their Expanded Functions Certificate once meeting the requirements.

The mission of the Dental Hygiene program at West Georgia Technical College is to educate, prepare, and graduate students equipped to provide a wide variety of preventive, educational, and therapeutic services supporting total health and wellness for the prevention and control of oral diseases. The program mission, structured curriculum, and commitment to the dental hygiene profession ensures students’ preparation for the National Boards and Central Regional Dental Testing Services. Upon completion of this highly competitive and challenging program, students are prepared for employment in dental offices, community and educational settings, and public health and insurance industries.

The mission of the Health Information Management Technology (HIMT) program is to provide educational opportunities that prepare students to serve our communities of interest by providing them with technical knowledge and skills necessary to process, maintain, analyze, and report health information data according to legal, accreditation, licensure and certification standards for reimbursement, facility planning, marketing, risk management, utilization management, quality assessment and research. Graduates of the program are eligible to receive national certification as a Registered Health Information Technician through the American Health Information Management Association.

The Healthcare Billing and Reimbursement Assistant certificate program provides instruction in medical facility reimbursement and compliance regulations. Graduates may find employment as insurance billing assistants/clerks, front office assistants, or related administrative support positions within a variety of healthcare facilities.

If you would like to work in health care but don’t want to provide direct patient care, medical record coder is a good career choice. Medical record coders work with nurses, physicians and other health care professionals to ensure medical records are complete, accurate and secure. Technical skills are important because medical record coders must use coding and classification software. They should also understand medical diagnoses so they can code them in patient’s records. Integrity is a must because medical record coders work with patient information that is required to be kept confidential.

The Healthcare Professional Technical Certificate of Credit provides academic and career-related foundations to prepare students for employment and subsequent upward mobility in health delivery fields. Graduates may choose to further their education through a growing number of associate degree healthcare programs or pursue entry-level healthcare support positions in a wide variety of direct healthcare and laboratory settings.

The mission of the surgical technology program is to prepare students for employment as surgical technologists in the operating room of health care facilities by educating them in strict aseptic technique and patient care imperative to success in the profession of surgical technology. Students who complete the Surgical Technology Program are prepared to sit for the national Certified Surgical Technologist examination through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

The mission of the West Georgia Technical College Medical Assisting Program is to provide students with didactic and clinical learning experiences in the administrative and clinical skills necessary to succeed as inter-disciplinary medical assistants. Through hands on education, students are prepared for employment in various medical settings, including specialty offices, public health, and hospitals. Graduates of this Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited program will receive a diploma in medical assisting and are eligible to sit for the National Certification Exam offered by either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Wherever there is a need for personal care, certified nursing assistants are there. Nursing assistants/aides work in nursing homes, home care, assisted living, hospice, hospitals, community based long-term care, correctional institutions and other long-term care settings. Nursing assistants/aides help patients of all ages perform the most basic daily tasks. They work under a licensed nurse’s supervision, and since they have extensive daily contact with each patient, they play a key role in the lives of their patients and in keeping the nurse up-to-date on vital information about the patients’ conditions.

The mission of the Pharmacy Technology Program at West Georgia Technical College is to provide education opportunities to individuals that will enable them to obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a variety of settings such as retail, hospital, and long term care. Students will receive didactic instruction and laboratory training in pharmacology, pharmaceutical calculations, ethics and laws and other fundamental concepts. Students who complete the pharmacy technology program are prepared for employment as entry-level pharmacy technicians.

The Phlebotomy Technician certificate program is committed to serving the medical laboratory community by educating students in human anatomy, medical terminology, patient care, and venipuncture technique. Graduates of the program are competent in collecting and processing blood specimens and are eligible to sit for the Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT) through the American Medical Technologist (AMT) Certification.

Nursing is a unique career, offering you the opportunity to touch lives and allow your life to be touched by others. It takes a very special person to become a nurse. You need compassion and strength, as well as nursing skills. We often think of the best nurses as having a passion for helping others. If you have that passion and commitment, West Georgia Technical College’s highly respected Practical Nursing program can help you realize your dream of becoming a nurse.

The Computer Programming associate degree program consists of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in writing computer software. Those interested in a Computer Programming Associate of Applied Technology degree should be highly motivated individuals who are interested in becoming an Information Technology professional. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of English/humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, natural sciences/mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of SQL, XHTML, systems analysis and design, database management, networking concepts, and the programming languages PHP, Visual BASIC, Java, C++, and JavaScript.

The Computer Programming associate degree program consists of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in writing computer software. Those interested in a Computer Programming Associate of Applied Technology degree should be highly motivated individuals who are interested in becoming an Information Technology professional. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of English/humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, natural sciences/mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of SQL, XHTML, systems analysis and design, database management, networking concepts, and the programming languages PHP, Visual BASIC, Java, C++, and JavaScript.

The Computer Programming associate degree program consists of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in writing computer software. Those interested in a Computer Programming Associate of Applied Technology degree should be highly motivated individuals who are interested in becoming an Information Technology professional. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of English/humanities/fine arts, social/behavioral sciences, natural sciences/mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of SQL, XHTML, systems analysis and design, database management, networking concepts, and the programming languages PHP, Visual BASIC, Java, C++, and JavaScript.

The Game Development Specialist certificate program is designed to prepare students to work as entry-level game developers. The student will be able to design and implement a game. Emphasis will be placed on development for the PC platform.

The Computer Support Specialist diploma program is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing.

The Computer Support Specialist diploma program is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing.

The Computer Support Specialist associate degree program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking.

The Computer Support Specialist associate degree program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking.

The Help Desk Specialist certificate program teaches how to maintain and troubleshoot computer hardware and software and be a support person to handle calls from customers.

The Help Desk Specialist certificate program teaches how to maintain and troubleshoot computer hardware and software and be a support person to handle calls from customers.

Network systems managers design, implement, secure and manage business networks. Specific jobs in this career field include help desk and PC support, network administrator, network manager, network designer, network engineer, system administrator, routing and switching specialist, Linux/UNIX system administrator or network security specialist. Working in the network systems management field requires professionals to be excellent communicators, as well as have a strong interest in technical details. It requires strong analytical skills and technical understanding of networked data, voice and images, as well as an understanding of how to strategically apply this knowledge to the networks of any business.

Network systems managers design, implement, secure and manage business networks. Specific jobs in this career field include help desk and PC support, network administrator, network manager, network designer, network engineer, system administrator, routing and switching specialist, Linux/UNIX system administrator or network security specialist. Working in the network systems management field requires professionals to be excellent communicators, as well as have a strong interest in technical details. It requires strong analytical skills and technical understanding of networked data, voice and images, as well as an understanding of how to strategically apply this knowledge to the networks of any business.

Network systems managers design, implement, secure and manage business networks. Specific jobs in this career field include help desk and PC support, network administrator, network manager, network designer, network engineer, system administrator, routing and switching specialist, Linux/UNIX system administrator or network security specialist. Working in the network systems management field requires professionals to be excellent communicators, as well as have a strong interest in technical details. It requires strong analytical skills and technical understanding of networked data, voice and images, as well as an understanding of how to strategically apply this knowledge to the networks of any business.

Network systems managers design, implement, secure and manage business networks. Specific jobs in this career field include help desk and PC support, network administrator, network manager, network designer, network engineer, system administrator, routing and switching specialist, Linux/UNIX system administrator or network security specialist. Working in the network systems management field requires professionals to be excellent communicators, as well as have a strong interest in technical details. It requires strong analytical skills and technical understanding of networked data, voice and images, as well as an understanding of how to strategically apply this knowledge to the networks of any business.

The PC Repair and Network Technician certificate program prepares the student with the skills needed to perform personal computer troubleshooting and repair.

This is a complementary certificate for the information Security and Criminal Justice students. This certificate program will provide basic training in Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime.

The Cybersecurity associate degree program is a sequence of courses designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, principles, and techniques required in computer information processing. Graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics, as well as in the technical areas of computer terminology and concepts, program design and development, and computer networking. Program graduates are qualified for employment as cybersecurity specialists.

Network systems managers design, implement, secure and manage business networks. Specific jobs in this career field include help desk and PC support, network administrator, network manager, network designer, network engineer, system administrator, routing and switching specialist, Linux/UNIX system administrator or network security specialist. Working in the network systems management field requires professionals to be excellent communicators, as well as have a strong interest in technical details. It requires strong analytical skills and technical understanding of networked data, voice and images, as well as an understanding of how to strategically apply this knowledge to the networks of any business.

Network systems managers design, implement, secure and manage business networks. Specific jobs in this career field include help desk and PC support, network administrator, network manager, network designer, network engineer, system administrator, routing and switching specialist, Linux/UNIX system administrator or network security specialist. Working in the network systems management field requires professionals to be excellent communicators, as well as have a strong interest in technical details. It requires strong analytical skills and technical understanding of networked data, voice and images, as well as an understanding of how to strategically apply this knowledge to the networks of any business.

The Culinary Arts associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of culinary theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The Culinary Arts diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of culinary theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The Culinary Arts associate degree program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of culinary theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The Culinary Arts diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for the culinary profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, occupational, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of culinary theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

Prerequisite requirements must be fulfilled prior to enrollment in most required program courses. Prerequisite requirements are listed together with course titles and descriptions in the general college catalog.

Diesel Hydraulics Technology is a program emphasizing the National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) skills standards required for a technician to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.  Fundamental training in all aspects of medium/heavy truck technician training is employed through lecture and hands-on training. The Diesel Hydraulics program is master level certified by NATEF.  Students will be eligible for ASE student certifications upon completion of the program. Graduates can find employment with construction companies

Prerequisite requirements must be fulfilled prior to enrollment in most required program courses. Prerequisite requirements are listed together with course titles and descriptions in the general college catalog.

Diesel Hydraulics Technology is a program emphasizing the National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) skills standards required for a technician to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.  Fundamental training in all aspects of medium/heavy truck technician training is employed through lecture and hands-on training. The Diesel Hydraulics program is master level certified by NATEF.  Students will be eligible for ASE student certifications upon completion of the program. Graduates can find employment with construction companies

Prerequisite requirements must be fulfilled prior to enrollment in most required program courses. Prerequisite requirements are listed together with course titles and descriptions in the general college catalog.

Diesel Hydraulics Technology is a program emphasizing the National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) skills standards required for a technician to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.  Fundamental training in all aspects of medium/heavy truck technician training is employed through lecture and hands-on training. The Diesel Hydraulics program is master level certified by NATEF.  Students will be eligible for ASE student certifications upon completion of the program. Graduates can find employment with construction companies

Prerequisite requirements must be fulfilled prior to enrollment in most required program courses. Prerequisite requirements are listed together with course titles and descriptions in the general college catalog.

Diesel Hydraulics Technology is a program emphasizing the National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) skills standards required for a technician to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.  Fundamental training in all aspects of medium/heavy truck technician training is employed through lecture and hands-on training. The Diesel Hydraulics program is master level certified by NATEF.  Students will be eligible for ASE student certifications upon completion of the program. Graduates can find employment with construction companies

Diesel Hydraulics Technology is a program emphasizing the National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) skills standards required for a technician to become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.  Fundamental training in all aspects of medium/heavy truck technician training is employed through lecture and hands-on training. The Diesel Hydraulics program is master level certified by NATEF.  Students will be eligible for ASE student certifications upon completion of the program. Graduates can find employment with construction companies

The Photovoltaic Systems Installation and Repair Technician certificate program provides individuals with the opportunity to enter a workforce area that specializes in electrical applications of installing, inspecting, and repairing solar panels in the electrical construction industry.