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Message From Dr. Heidi K. Popham

GNTC President

What a great year for Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC)! I am honored to present you with the 2024 Annual Report for GNTC highlighting the tremendous accomplishments of GNTC’s students, graduates, faculty and staff over the past year.

GNTC saw an enrollment increase of 10 percent for the 2024 Academic Year. This growth was a direct result of our strong focus on our mission of workforce development and our efforts to ensure our students succeed. This growth is a testament to the dedication of our staff and faculty, who work tirelessly to ensure each student reaches their full potential by providing quality student support services and technical education programs.

Our mission is to provide quality technical education and workforce development opportunities supporting student success throughout the communities of northwest Georgia. GNTC offers programs of study in the areas of aviation, business, health, industrial and public service with over 200 degrees, diplomas and certificates available. GNTC prepares students to succeed in today’s high demand careers.

As you explore the pages of this annual report, we hope you will recognize the impact GNTC has across our ninecounty service area. GNTC is accessible, affordable and aligned with the employers in northwest Georgia. As we look ahead, GNTC remains dedicated to providing work ready graduates and filling the workforce needs of the communities we serve.

Thank you for your continued support!

Board of Directors

Torrance Ford Shaw Industries Group Catoosa County Chattooga County

Paul Meredith Mohawk Industries

Dr. Michele Taylor Calhoun City Schools

Gordon County

Walker County

Ben Canedo Roper Corporation

Floyd County

Albert “Al” Hodge Hodge Consulting

Kenna Stock Harbin Clinic

Josh Ingle Dade County Schools

Dade County

Gale Buckner Retired, Murray County Magistrate Court

Murray County

Jessica “Missy” Puckett Atrium Health

Polk County

Megan Talley Dalton Utilities

Whitfield County

GNTC Foundation

The Georgia Northwestern Technical College Foundation is a non-profit organization whose primary mission is to support students financially so that they can stay on course, graduate and enter the workforce. Ongoing fundraising enables the Foundation to carry out this mission. Donations are used to provide scholarships to outstanding students, emergency and gap financial assistance, program support, property and equipment purchases and faculty/staff development.

GNTC Foundation Impact 2024

More than $130,900 in financial assistance and scholarships was awarded to 361 students in Academic Year 2024.

GNTC Foundation scholarships were awarded to 76 students totaling over $66,500.

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Board of Trustees

Phillip Burkhalter - Floyd County

Phillip Burkhalter Builders

Valerie Brown - Whitfield County

Dalton Public Schools

Linda Case - Dade County Retired Medical Executive

Steven M. Henry - Catoosa County SMH Construction

Luther Ingram - Walker County Roper Corporation

GNTC High School Graduate scholarships of more than $25,500 were awarded to 40 students.

OUR MISSION

Emergency and gap funding of over $25,500 were approved for 74 students.

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High school equivalency testing fees of more than $13,000 supported 171 students.

Amy L. Jackson - Catoosa County Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce

Terri Kirby - Whitfield County Emerald Carpets

Jay LeGrande - Polk County Silver Comet Furniture

Dr. Craig McDaniel - Floyd County Rome City Commission Toles, Temple & Wright, Inc.

Zab Mendez - Whitfield County North Georgia National Bank

Sherrie Patterson - Murray County Retired Medical Executive

Damon Raines - Walker County

Walker County Schools Superintendent

Becky Redd - Gordon County

Mohawk Industries

Wil Stiles - Catoosa County Flegal Insurance

Doris White - Walker County Retired Bank Executive Community and Public Relations

Highlights

Rabbit Valley Farmers Market awards scholarship

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) student Grant

Payne of Cartersville has received a Rabbit Valley Farmers Market Scholarship. The Rabbit Valley Farmers Market Scholarship was established to provide financial support to incoming high school students and first-year GNTC students pursuing a degree, diploma or certificate. Scholarship applicants must be planning a career related to farming, gardening, landscape design, environmental issues, floral design or horticulture. Payne is earning an associate degree in GNTC’s Horticulture program. One scholarship for $500 is awarded each fall term.

GNTC Police Chief Cardin receives grant for training

GNTC Police Chief Chad Cardin received the Georgia Fraternal Order of Police President’s National Conference Grant to attend a police conference. Cardin was selected as one of two Georgia Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) lodge presidents awarded the grant, which allowed him to attend the 66th Biennial National Fraternal Order of Police Conference held recently in Las Vegas. Cardin said the grant enables a local lodge board member who otherwise could not afford to attend the conference to do so, experience the national delegation and serve as a voting delegate. “This award was created this year, so Chief Cardin was one of the first to receive it,” Georgia FOP President Jeff Wiggs explained.

GNTC graduate receives Life Saver Award

A GNTC Law Enforcement Academy graduate has been recognized for her quick actions that saved a man’s life.

Jennifer Nunez, a rookie officer in the Dalton Police Department, and her field training officer were dispatched on July 16 to help a man who was unresponsive in his yard. Nunez started working at the Dalton Police Department and was in the final phase of the department’s field training program at the time of the incident. “I was the first responder on the scene,” she said. “The man wasn’t responsive, conscious or breathing, so I started performing CPR and continued it until EMS arrived and were able to revive him.” Nunez said she received CPR training and certification through the GNTC’s Law Enforcement Academy.

Highlights

GNTC receives $40K grant to support Adult Education

Georgia Northwestern Technical College received a $40,000 grant from Truist Financial Corporation to support Adult Education. “With support from the Truist grant, our Adult Education program is able to offer Training on the Go sessions, providing our students with the opportunity to obtain industry recognized credentials,” said Lisa Shaw, vice president of Adult Education at GNTC. Grant funds can be used for High School Equivalency (HSE) test fees, student incentives, books, materials, tuition, fees and equipment to support Training on the Go opportunities in Customer Service, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour General Industry Training, forklift operator awareness training, Logistics and Welding.

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) announced the successful completion of its first cohort of the Senior Leadership Academy, a transformative professional development program aimed at advancing careers within TCSG and its 22 colleges. The graduation ceremony celebrated the achievements of 25 dedicated participants who have demonstrated exceptional leadership potential. GNTC’s Elizabeth Anderson, vice president of Academic Affairs and Institutional Effectiveness was one of the first graduates of The Senior Leadership Academy. The Academy is a flagship initiative of TCSG designed to identify, nurture, and equip leaders within the organization with the skills and knowledge required to excel in leadership roles. The first cohort received 160 hours of content, including 18 hours of leadership training through the University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

GNTC graduate Shandi Hall named Officer of the Year

The Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce recently named Georgia Northwestern Technical College graduate Shandi Hall as its Officer of the Year. The Catoosa Chamber presented Hall, an officer with the Fort Oglethorpe Police Department, with a plaque at the Chamber’s Firefighter, Law Enforcement and Emergency Management Recognition Luncheon. Hall graduated from GNTC’s Basic Law Enforcement program in December 2022. “I am very proud of Shandi Hall for earning the Officer of the Year Award her rookie year,” said Jim Pledger, program director and Instructor of the Law Enforcement Academy at GNTC. “I know she is a hard worker; that was made evident by her efforts when she was a student at GNTC.” Hall represents the training GNTC’s Law Enforcement Academy provides and “the caliber of officers we strive to turn out,” Pledger said, adding the Academy’s faculty are always proud of the successes of its graduates.

Elizabeth Anderson part of first Senior Leadership Academy

Highlights

GNTC unveils new mobile training labs

GNTC hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new Mobile Training Labs at GNTC’s Whitfield Murray Campus in Dalton. The mobile labs will be used for both continuing education training and corporate training, according to Angela Berch, vice president of Economic Development at GNTC. “The labs provide an opportunity for GNTC’s Office of Economic Development to complete training where it’s needed, when it’s needed.”

GNTC earns 2024 25 Military Friendly® Gold designation

Georgia Northwestern Technical College announced that it has earned the 2024-25 Military Friendly® School Gold designation. GNTC improved on its Silver designation earned in 2023-24 by ascending to the Gold status for 2024-25. The gold designation means GNTC is rated within 10% of the 10th-ranked organization for the category of small community college. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2024-25 survey with 537 earning special awards for going above the standard. The 2024-25 Military Friendly® Schools list will be published in the May and October issue of G.I. Jobs magazine.

Four GNTC students received the Gene Haas Scholarship, which rewards academic excellence and provides financial support for students working toward a degree, diploma or certificate in the Precision Machining and Manufacturing program. Jason Ward and Angel Cruz from the Whitfield Murray Campus, as well as Jeshua Freeman and Delores “Cissy” Turner from the Floyd County Campus, received the Gene Haas Scholarship for 2024. The primary mission of the Gene Haas Foundation is to partner with the best schools and training programs to introduce students to career opportunities, then provide scholarships and support to students in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) technology.

Allison Patnode named GNTC’s Alumni of the Year

Allison Patnode was named GNTC’s Alumni of the Year. This prestigious honor celebrates the achievements and contributions of GNTC alumni to their communities and the industries they serve. Patnode began her career at GNTC as a student, earning her associate degree in Health and a diploma in Dental Assisting. She joined the GNTC faculty in 2011 as a Dental Assisting instructor. She served as program director and assistant dean of Health Technologies before becoming dean of Nursing and Health Technologies in 2021. Patnode was named GNTC’s Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year in 2015.

GNTC Foundation awards Gene Haas Scholarships

Highlights

GNTC receives coveted national certification

GNTC was named Georgia’s first National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) Leadership School. The NC3 curriculum is industry-driven and is constantly monitored and updated. While some of the NC3 curriculum and certification process is tailored toward the appropriate NC3 industry partner, the skills and techniques taught and learned are not limited to just one vendor or particular piece of equipment. NC3 certification is nationally recognized as the standard for certifications and workforce development. Certifications can be used in workforce development and training, as well as fast track training. NC3 stackable certifications are designed to integrate into an existing technical program, stand-alone and/or be utilized for workforce development training. According to NC3, its certifications can be used across various CTE program areas including aviation, construction science and energy efficiency, digital literacy, health and safety, horticulture, manufacturing, transportation and welding. NC3 certifications also include STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) programs.

Craven named Adult Education Teacher of the Year

Karen Craven, lead teacher and site manager for Adult Education in Floyd County, was named GNTC’s Adult Education Teacher of the Year for 2024. She also received the award in 2023. Craven characterized Adult Education as “the best of traditional schools, home school and individual tutoring.” She said Adult Education provides the structure, rigor and academic skills offered by traditional schools, as well as the flexibility, efficiency and social benefits offered by home school. “Like home school, Adult Education can provide the flexibility of class schedules and delivery methods,” she said. “Each Adult Learning Center can adjust the class offerings to meet the needs of the students in the local area.”

Beck named 2024 GNTC GOAL Winner

Jacquelyn Beck, a Health Care Assistant student, was named GNTC’s 2024 Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) winner. Jennifer Stephenson, instructor of Medical Assisting at GNTC, nominated Beck, a resident of Rockmart and former U.S. Marine, for the award. Beck graduated from the Medical Assisting program in 2023 and re-enrolled in 2024 as a Health Care Assistant student to get her prerequisites for the nursing program. She attended classes at GNTC’s Floyd County Campus in Rome. Beck won the gold medal in Medical Assisting at the 2023 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference after earning the gold medal in the category at the 2023 SkillsUSA Georgia competition.

Highlights

Deanna Hulsey is First Runner-Up for TCSG top honor

Deanna Hulsey, instructor of Cosmetology at Georgia Northwestern Technical College was named the First Runner-Up for the Technical College System of Georgia’s 2024 Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year. Hulsey was selected as GNTC’s 2024 Rick Perkins Instructor of the Year and was also named one of nine regional finalists at the GOAL and Rick Perkins State Conference in Atlanta. She competed against other regional winners from across Georgia where she was chosen the First Runner-Up.

Four GNTC students awarded Gov. Nathan Deal Scholarship

GNTC Foundation awards 2023 Gene Haas Scholarships

Four GNTC students have received The Governor Nathan Deal Technical Education Scholarship in recognition of their academic achievement in an industrial program. Angel Cruz, Conner Haynes, Angel Ramirez and Parker Shepherd— students at GNTC’s Whitfield Murray Campus in Dalton—received the scholarship in 2024. The scholarship, which honors former Gov. Nathan Deal for his dedication to technical education in Georgia, was established by The Carpet and Rug Institute and made possible in part by a grant from the Community Foundation of Northwest Georgia to reward academic excellence and provide financial support for GNTC students at the Whitfield Murray Campus completing an associate degree, diploma or certificate in an industrial program.

Inaugural Live4It Alliant Scholarship awarded at GNTC

Five students have received GNTC’s first Live4It Alliant Scholarship. Amber Cheyanne Brown, Surgical Technology, Walker County Campus; Maria Ceasar, Health Care Management, Floyd County Campus; Audrey Powell, Health Care Assistant, Walker County Campus; Jake Ragan, Electrical Systems Technology, Floyd County Campus; and Raymond “Cole” Temples, Aviation Maintenance Technician, Floyd County Campus, are the scholarship’s first recipients. Alliant Health Plans established the scholarship in 2023 to support students with financial need who are also well-rounded individuals who contribute to their community and engage in The Guiding Key Concepts of Live4It.

First Dual Enrollment Student of the Year named at GNTC

GNTC named Wyatt Key as its first Dual Enrollment Student of the Year. Key, who attends classes at GNTC while a student at Sonoraville High School, received the award and a $1,000 scholarship from the GNTC Foundation. The GNTC Dual Enrollment Student of the Year award recognizes an outstanding high school senior who has participated in our Dual Enrollment program.

Highlights

Erika Ambrocio Greenwell wins GNTC’s 2024 EAGLE Award

Erika Ambrocio Greenwell was chosen as GNTC’s 2024 EAGLE

Award

Winner and also selected as a regional finalist by the Technical College System of Georgia at the Dinah Culbreath Wayne EAGLE Leadership Institute state competition. The Leadership Institute recognizes and honors those students who have demonstrated superior achievement Adult Education classes and programs. A resident of Silver Creek, Ambrocio Greenwell completed her GED® diploma through GNTC and has completed the Certified Logistics Associate certificate through the Training on the Go program. Born in California, she said she faced challenges while living in Mexico before she moved back to the United States.

Three new members appointed to GNTC’s Board of Directors

GNTC announced the appointments of Josh Ingle, Jessica “Missy” Puckett and Megan Talley to its Board of Directors. Ingle has served as superintendent of Dade County Schools since 2021. Puckett is the nursing director for Atrium Health Floyd. Talley currently serves as director of Human Resources, Safety/Training and Administration at Dalton Utilities.

Two GNTC students received the RHBA Scholarship

Two GNTC students received the spring 2024 Rome Home Builders Association (RHBA) Scholarship. Franklin Ramirez and Connor Rowell received the scholarship, which rewards academic excellence and provides financial support for students working toward a degree, diploma or certificate in residential construction-related programs, including Air Conditioning Technology, Construction Management, Electrical Systems Technology, Horticulture and Lawn Maintenance on the Floyd, Gordon and Polk County Campuses. Ramirez and Rowell study Electrical Systems Technology at GNTC’s Gordon County Campus in Calhoun.

GNTC student receives Kitty Felker Memorial Scholarship

GNTC student Juan Miguel Lopez has received the Kitty Felker Memorial Scholarship. Lopez, a resident of Dalton, is a student in the Surgical Technology program at the Walker County Campus in Rock Spring. Established by Octavio Perez, the scholarship provides financial support to students enrolled in any credit program. Perez said he funded the scholarship to honor the legacy of Kitty Felker, a dear friend who passed away last year.

Highlights

GNTC students excelled at SkillsUSA competitions

Georgia Northwestern Technical College students excelled at the 2024 SkillsUSA Georgia State Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta. GNTC competed in 21 categories and took home eight gold medals, five silver medals and eight bronze medals. The students tested their abilities in trade, technical, skilled service and health occupations. GNTC sent three teams to the competition; most GNTC contestants competed in individual events. Gold medal winners also competed at the SkillsUSA national competition in Atlanta, where four GNTC students placed in the top 10.

GNTC awards first Kirby Patterson Memorial Scholarships

GNTC announced the establishment of the Kirby Patterson Memorial Scholarship and its first two recipients. Murray County native Kirby Patterson devoted his career to public service, including serving as a deputy sheriff, chief deputy and then later as police chief of Chatsworth. In 1968, he was elected as sole commissioner of Murray County, where he served for 20 years. He was also a lifetime member of The Georgia Association Chiefs of Police. Patterson passed away in December 2020. The Patterson family recently established the scholarship to support a graduating senior from Murray County High School and North Murray County High School who will attend GNTC in the fall. The first recipients of the scholarship were Lisetty Garcia of Murray County High School and Alanna Jacobo of North Murray High School. Garcia and Jacobo are enrolled in GNTC’s Health Care Management program.

GNTC students place at state and national FBLA competitions

Six GNTC students competed in 12 events at the Georgia Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate State Leadership Conference in Atlanta, where students from the 22 colleges in the Technical College System of Georgia gathered for leadership development sessions, as well as performance-based and written competitions. GNTC students placed in eight events. Five GNTC students placed in the top five at the state competition and went on to compete at the national competition. GNTC’s Nancy Johnson placed seventh in Foundations of Entrepreneurship.

GNTC student receives David Warren Memorial Scholarship

GNTC student Dana Jenkins has received the David Warren Memorial Scholarship. Jenkins is a student in the Environmental Horticulture Technician program at the Floyd County Campus in Rome. The scholarship was established in memory of David Warren, former director of the Horticulture program who died unexpectedly in June 2021, and is open to students pursuing an award in the Horticulture program.

Highlights

Jennifer Reynolds named 2024 Staff Member of the Year

Jennifer Reynolds, GNTC career transition specialist at the Floyd County Campus in Rome, was named GNTC’s 2024 Staff Member of the Year Award winner. The award recognizes technical college staff who make significant contributions to the college and to technical education. Dr. Heidi Popham, GNTC president, presented Reynolds with the award. “I believe my position has a direct impact on the mission of GNTC,” Reynolds said. “I expose high school students to the opportunity of technical education, giving them the option of being workforce ready when they graduate.”

100% pass rate for GNTC’s Nursing program

All 16 GNTC graduates in the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program passed a national nursing licensure exam on their first attempt and achieved a 100% pass rate. This is the second consecutive year that 100% of ASN graduates have passed the NCLEX-RN on their first attempt. The NCLEX is a standardized test used nationwide as a way for states to verify nursing knowledge and gauge competency to practice as a nurse. The exam tests general knowledge of health maintenance and disease progression, diagnostic procedures and the ability to use clinical judgment to make decisions to ensure patient safety. All ASN program graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam.

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Eight northwest Georgia high school students committed to pursuing a technical education during a signing event hosted by GNTC. This year marks GNTC’s first time participating in the National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Letter of Intent Signing Day, which was held on April 18 at the Gordon County Campus in Calhoun. During National Signing Day, 79 participating National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) Leadership Schools across the nation hosted high school students, parents, educators, industry partners, potential employers and others to watch students sign their letters of commitment to pursue a technical education at the college of their choice after they finish high school. GNTC also live-streamed the event.

GNTC sees 10% increase in enrollment

GNTC saw a 10% increase in enrollment according to the 2024 Academic Year report issued by the TCSG. GNTC officials attribute the growth in enrollment to increased numbers in Dual Enrollment programs, more effective class scheduling, targeted advertising campaigns and student success efforts. Enrollment was 8,836 students for Academic Year 2024, up from 8,031 students in the previous academic year.

First NC3 National Signing Day held

Highlights

GNTC police officer receives Lifesaver Award

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A GNTC police officer has been recognized for his quick actions that saved a 4-year-old boy from drowning. Sgt. Bruce Franks and his wife Kayla, a GNTC Police lieutenant, were at a party at a friend’s house. As the couple unloaded supplies from their truck, Kayla Franks noticed a small child face down, not moving, in a swimming pool on the property. The boy, a guest at the party, was unresponsive and had no pulse. The Franks were the only adults outside at the time of the incident. Bruce Franks said he began CPR immediately while his wife ran to get additional help. Franks said lack of cell service prevented her from calling 911; however, the homeowner was able to call 911 with a different cell phone. Kayla Franks coached the homeowner to remain calm as she spoke with the dispatcher and relayed that CPR was in progress. CPR was performed for about two to three minutes until the boy’s pulse returned and he began breathing on his own.

Dalton Police Chief Cliff Cason commended Bruce Franks for his actions by presenting him with the Dalton Police Department’s Life Saving Award.

Atrium Health Floyd and GNTC announce partnership

To help remedy a shortage of area healthcare professionals, Atrium Health Floyd and GNTC signed a new agreement designed to boost enrollment in three of GNTC’s healthcare programs and increase the number of Respiratory Therapists, Radiologic Technologists and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) in the northwest Georgia region. According to the fund agreement, Atrium Health Floyd commits nearly $1.1 million to be disbursed over five years to increase total enrollment in the CNA, Radiologic Technology and Respiratory Care programs at GNTC’s Floyd County Campus in Rome. GNTC will place at least 10 Radiologic Technology students, three Respiratory Care students and all Floyd County Campus CNA students enrolled in the program in Atrium Health Floyd preceptorship slots each year, contingent upon the availability of slots and in addition to other clinical rotations needed to complete their academic program; a preceptorship is highly focused, clinical training in which a student receives individual mentorship in a specific clinical setting.

FirstGen Forward, formerly the Center for First-generation Student Success, announced GNTC as one of 80 new members of the FirstGen Forward Network for 2024-25. To be selected as a FirstGen Forward Network Member, GNTC displayed a demonstrated commitment to improving experiences and advancing success for first-generation college students. GNTC is dedicated to empowering first-generation students by providing academic and student support services.

GNTC Joins FirstGen Forward Network

GNTC Respiratory Care students receive scholarship

GNTC Respiratory Care students Alexa Burk and Tara Peloquin received the college’s National Board for Respiratory Care Scholarship. The scholarship supports students with a minimum 2.0 GPA enrolled in the Respiratory Care degree program. Five scholarships will be awarded to students in their last semester. Each student received a $1,000 scholarship.

First students in GNTC’s new CNA program graduate

The first cohort of GNTC students in a new, accelerated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) program developed from a partnership between Atrium Health Floyd and GNTC to remedy the shortage of area healthcare professionals completed the program. The agreement helps fund instructor positions and laboratory upgrades at GNTC and is expected to increase the number of Respiratory Therapists, Radiologic Technologists and CNAs, in northwest Georgia. “The collaboration between Atrium Health Floyd and GNTC is a great commitment to building the pipeline of caregivers while opening opportunities for our students,” said Gina Clevenger, CNA instructor at GNTC. “Lots of nurses start their careers as CNAs, and some nursing programs require students to be certified to enter their programs.”

Numbers at a Glance

Credit

13,775

Total Students/Clients Served by GNTC

8,836

Students Enrolled in Credit Programs of Study

2,829

Clients Served through Economic Development Programs

2,110

Students Served through Adult Education Programs

1,674

Students Graduated from GNTC

4,760

Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates Awarded

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Numbers at a Glance

GNTC had 3,115 High School Students Enrolled through Dual Enrollment

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College Financials and Financial Aid

Economic Development

The Office of Economic Development serves the workforce development needs of northwest Georgia by offering customized training solutions to employers, as well as professional continuing education courses to individuals throughout our service area. In addition, we are actively involved in the recruitment of new businesses and the expansion of existing businesses in partnership with various local and state partners. Whether at one of our six campus locations or at a company site, the Office of Economic Development offers a variety of flexible training options ranging from leadership, workplace safety, industrial maintenance, computer skills and professional development. Whatever the need, our mission is to customize the solution. Contact us at 706-378-1753 or econdev@gntc.edu.

Training Highlights

Joined GNTC Adult Education to develop a training partnership with the Floyd County Prison.

Trained offenders in both Welding and Commercial Truck Driving Class B training. Leadership training with additional coaching sessions for skills implementation.

Utilized the US Department of Labor American Recovery Act, which funded apprenticeships in Robotics Technician and Commercial Truck Driving and Heavy Equipment.

Training By County: 2,783

Adult Education

The Adult Education program offers instruction in Adult Learning Centers throughout our service area. Instructional areas include preparation for the GED® and HiSET tests, adult secondary education, adult basic education and English as a Second Language. Centers have modern computer labs, study materials and resources and professional adult education staff for day, evening and distance education programs. Classes operate on the Georgia Northwestern Technical College calendar for fall, spring and summer semesters. Contact us at 706-295-6994 or adulted@gntc.edu.

2,110 Students Served through Adult Education

of Students

103,431

Total Education Hours

421

High School Equivalency Graduates 93

Students Earning Training on the Go Credentials (Formerly IET)

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Mission and Accreditation

Equal Opportunity

A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, as set forth in its student catalog, GNTC complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

Equity Coordinator, Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 and ADA Coordinator: Brittany Riddle, Walker County Campus, Office Admin 231, 706-764-3832, briddle@gntc.edu.

Mission

Georgia Northwestern Technical College, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, promotes community, educational, and economic development by providing a skilled workforce throughout the communities of northwest Georgia. The college achieves its mission by supporting student success and providing quality technical and academic instruction through traditional and distance education delivery methods leading to associate degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates of credit programs, as well as through customized business and industry training, and adult education services.

Accreditation

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates of credit. Questions about the accreditation of Georgia Northwestern Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). The Commission should be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support the college’s significant non-compliance with a requirement or standard. Inquiries such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to Georgia Northwestern Technical College (One Maurice Culberson Drive, Rome, GA 30161, Phone 706-295-6963, Fax 706-295-6888) and not to the Commission’s office.