Admissions at Georgia Piedmont Technical College

When you come to Georgia Piedmont Technical

College you are immediately welcomed home as part of
the college community offering a sense of place and
lifelong connections. We are excited that you are
considering starting (or continuing) your educational
journey with us. Georgia Piedmont Technical College
offers a vibrant learning experience grounded in our
core values of ethics, service to community, and
lifelong learning.

Your decision to apply to Georgia Piedmont Technical College is the first step on your journey to starting your career.
Not only will you find yourself surrounded by some of the state's best students, but you'll be learning from faculty who
are dedicated to the art of teaching. What are the benefits to attending GPTC?

Graduate nearly debt free Enroll at GPTC and gradate with little or no debt by taking advantage of the HOPE
Grant and other state and federally funded grants.
Convenient locations Courses are taught at ten locations in our service delivery areas in DeKalb, Rockdale,
Newton, and Morgan Counties.
Qualified faculty Our instructors are well qualified both in education and experience to provide students with
workforce skills needed in todays competitive market.
High job placement rate GPTC has an overall job placement rate 98%, and 70% of our graduates secured
jobs in or related to their program of study.
Networking & Active Student Life You will have the opportunity to receive information for personal and
professional development and get involved in the various clubs, organizations, and social activities at GPTC.
Nationally Accredited GPTC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Applied Science Degrees.
Easy enrollment process Become a new student today by simply paying an application free and submitting
your application, transcript(s), and test scores.
Small Class Size With small class sizes, you will be able to receive the attention necessary to succeed
academically.
Flexible Class Schedule GPTC offers online, day, evening, and weekend classes to accommodate your busy
schedule.

The Office of Admissions is your greatest resource for more information on GPTC and the application process. Our
website contains everything you need in order to learn more about GPTC and submitting an application. We are more
than happy to assist you. If you have any questions at all, feel free to contact us. At GPTC, we're large enough to
serve you, but small enough to know you. Apply today at http://www.gptc.edu/admissions!

DeKalb Campus Admissions Office

Newton Campus Admissions Office

495 North Indian Creek Drive

Clarkston, Georgia 30021-2397
Office: Room 171 A-Bldg
Phone: (404) 297-9522 Ext. 1602
Fax: (404) 298-3617
Email: admissions@gptc.edu

16200 Alcovy Road

Covington, Georgia 30014-4076
Office: Room 214 A-Bldg.
Phone: (770) 786-9522 Ext. 3100
Fax: (770) 385-6292
Email: admissions@gptc.edu

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Contact Lense Technician

Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder

Eyewear Dispensing Specialist

Gas Metal Arc Welder

Computerized Accounting Specialist

Opticians Assistant

Ornamental Iron Fabricator

Office Accounting Specialist

Optical Laboratory Technician

Oxyfuel Technician

Payroll Accounting Specialist

EDUCATION

Pipe Welder

Tax Preparation Specialist

Early Childhood Care & Education

TRANSIT TRAINING TECHNOLOGIES

CDA Preparation TCC

Bus Maintenance Technician

Banking and Finance Fundamentals

Child Development Specialist

Mobility/Light Vehicle Technician

Financial and Investment Services

Early Childhood Care & Education Basics

Transit Electric Power/Equipment Technician

Banking and Finance

Business Administration

Early Childhood Exceptionalities

Transit Electronics Technician

Business Administrative Technology

Early Childhood Program Administration

Transit Systems Manager

Legal Administrative Assistant

Infant/Toddler Childcare Specialist

Transit Supervisory Certification

Microsoft Office Application Professional

School Age Youth and Child Care

PUBLIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

Business Management

Apartment Industry Management

Management and Leadership Specialist

Supervisor/Management Specialist

Service Sector Management Specialist

Marketing Management

Entrepreneurship

Marketing Specialist

Retail Merchandise Manager

Small Business Marketing Manager

Human Resources Management

Human Resources Management Specialist
Technical Specialist

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
Computer Programming

C++ Programmer

JAVA Programmer

Visual Basic Programmer

Computer Support Specialist

CompTIA A+ Certified Technician Preparation

Help Desk Specialist

PC Repair and Network Technician

Database Specialist

Oracle Database Administrator

SQL Server Database

Networking Specialist

CISCO Network Specialist

Linux/UNIX System Administrator

Microsoft Network Administrator

Network Administrator Certificate

HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND PROFESSIONAL

SERVICES

HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES

Certified Nurse Assistant

Clinical Laboratory Technician

Medical Assisting

Phlebotomy Technician

Practical Nursing

Nail Technician
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES
Air Conditioning Technology (HVAC)
Air Conditioning Technician Assistant
Building Automation Systems Technology

Sustainable Technology

Commercial Refrigeration

Automotive Technology

Automotive Fundamentals

Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Tech

Auto Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician

Automotive Engine Performance

Automotive Engine Repair

Automotive Climate Control Technician

Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Tech

Automotive Chassis Technician Specialist

Recording Arts Technology

Drafters Assistant

Network Design Technology Specialist

Network Specialist

Electronics Fundamentals

Motorcycle Service Technology

Paramedic Technology

Emergency Medical Technician

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Paralegal Studies

Commercial Straight Truck and Passenger

Driving

Commercial Truck Driving

Electrical Lineworker Apprentice

Electronics Technology

Telecommunications Service/Operations

Crime Scene Technician

Computer System Design Specialist

Computer Engineering Technology

Basic Electronic Assembler

Criminal Justice Fundamentals

CAD Operator Mechanical

Crime Scene Investigation

Fire Fighter I

3D Modeling and Rendereing

Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

Design & Media Production Technology

Drafting Technology (Computer Graphics &

Design)

Criminal Justice Technology

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Design and Media Production Specialist

Cosmetology Instructor Training

Basic Law Enforcement

Cosmetology

Specialist

Cyber Forensics Technology

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
TECHNOLOGIES

Dr. Jabari Simama, President 495 N. Indian Creek Drive Clarkston, GA 30021 404-297-9522 www.gptc.edu

7 SIMPLE STEPS TO A STRESS FREE START

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GEORGIA PIEDMONT TECHNCIAL COLLEGE

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Fall Semester
CLASSES
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Submit Application.
Submit all transcripts.
Submit HB87/GA Residency
verification
Receive student ID#
Schedule COMPASS Test

CASHIER OFFICE
Pay $25 Application Fee.
Receive
proof of
payment.

DEADLINE
July 21, 2015

August 19, 2015

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MANDATORY
Education
Planning Session

FINANCIAL AID
Apply for
HOPE/PELL Grant at
www.fafsa.ed.gov
School Code
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Ongoing

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ADVISING

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TESTING

Evaluate program
&
Placement scores.

Review
COMPASS prep study
guide online. Take
COMPASS Test on
campus.

Contact us for assistance:

(404) 297- 9522
DeKalb Campus

Newton Campus

ADMISSIONS ext. 1602, Bldg. A Room 171

FINANCIAL AID ext. 1107/1168, Bldg. A - Room 163
ADVISING ext. 1756, Bldg. A Room 169

ADMISSIONS ext. 3100, Bldg. A

FINANCIAL AID ext. 3107/3128, Bldg. A
ADVISING ext. 3231/3246, Bldg. Room B-210

Apply Online
at

www.gptc.edu

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Online!

Applying for admission to Georgia Piedmont Technical College is as easy as 1, 2, 3.

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Visit our website at www.gptc.edu

Click on APPLY Online
Apply for Admission to GPTC (pay by credit card)
Click on First Time User Account Creation and follow the instructions

Acceptable forms of online payment are as follows:

Credit Cards
Debit Cards
Gift Cards (Visa or MasterCard)

Note: If you desire to pay by cash, check or money order, please complete your online
application and then visit the Admissions Office for the completion of your application
processing. Once your application is processed, you will be able to proceed to the Cashier
Office to pay the application fee of $25. The application fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.
The FALL 2015 Term Application deadline is July 21, 2015.

Thank You for Choosing Georgia Piedmont Technical College

The Right Start to a Brighter Future!

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