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    The McLain Center on the South Georgia Technical College Americus campus suffered water damage Tuesday night due to what appears to be a water sprinkler malfunction on the second floor, announced South Georgia Technical College President Dr. John Watford.  Both floors suffered water damaged.     McLain Center houses the SGTC Practical Nursing, Medical Assisting, EMT/Firefighter, and Adult Education classes on the Americus campus.  There appears to be major damage to the...

   South Georgia Technical College is helping to make the highways safer by offering Log Truck Driver Safety training.  Individuals with a CDL license can sign up for the program or drivers who need a CDL can select to include this training after earning their license.    The South Georgia Technical College Log Truck Driving Training program is designed to reduce accidents through enhanced driver training and to recruit new, safety-focused drivers to deliver a sustainable wood fiber...

      The Parker’s Heating and Air Conditioning Company, Inc., made a donation to the South Georgia Technical College Foundation recently as part of its efforts to give back to the local community.       Dr. John Watford, President of South Georgia Technical College, accepted the donation of behalf of the SGTC Foundation.      “We appreciate the support that Parker’s Heating and Air Conditioning has shown South Georgia Technical College, and this donation is just one of the many...

The South Georgia Technical College Foundation presented Stewart Houston, an outstanding Automotive Technology student with the Phil Jones – Alfred “Foots” Harris Automotive Scholarship recently.    South Georgia Technical College President Dr. John Watford and SGTC Foundation Executive Director Su Ann Bird made the scholarship certificate presentations on behalf of the South Georgia Technical College Foundation in the John M. Pope Center on the college’s Americus campus.  SGTC...

   Millions of students across the country are facing financial strains and health fears as they decide whether or not to return to college this fall.  Times are unpredictable with COVID-19, but students who are worried they can’t afford to take classes should contact South Georgia Technical College now.     “South Georgia Technical College has 24 different programs that qualify for additional financial aid funds that allow students to attend college practically tuition free,” said...

   South Georgia Technical College Industrial Systems Technology Instructor Patrick Owen agreed to serve as a mentor for Macon County High School Instructor Twinkle Mark as part of a summer internship program with the Georgia Institute of Technology through the Georgia Intern Fellowships for Teachers (GIFT) program.     Mark was awarded third place in Georgia in the GIFT summer intern program and expressed her appreciation to South Georgia Technical College and Patrick Owen for mentoring...

   South Georgia Technical College will be hosting face-to-face Fall Semester Registration from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on August 11th, 12th, and 13th on both the Americus and Crisp County Center campuses. Social distancing guidelines will be observed.    Students who register for Fall Semester classes will receive a South Georgia Tech face mask as well as a free t-shirt with the new slogan, “Moving Forward at SGTC,” while supplies last.  Students may bring up to two guests to...

South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) Special Services Coordinator Jennifer Robinson recently conducted a series of training sessions for SGTC instructors. As the Special Services Coordinator, Robinson plans, organizes, and coordinates student support programs for special population students within federal, state, and local guidelines. She also assists college personnel with analysis and implementation of best practices for working with students who may need assistance or accommodation...

   South Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and offers career and technical education programs for all regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, age, disability or national origin.  Fall semester starts August 17th and it is not too late to apply.    The two-year residential technical college offers associate of applied science degree, diploma, and technical certificate of credit programs.  Students may obtain associate degrees in accounting,...

    South Georgia Technical College has now placed a total of 25 interactive touchscreen monitor displays in classrooms and meeting areas on its Americus and Crisp County Center campuses to assist students with interactive learning during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.    “We had ordered several of these interactive touchscreen displays for the different instructional areas before the pandemic forced us to physically close our campus Spring Semester,” said South Georgia Technical...

    South Georgia Technical College is offering two Business Technology Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) options that can be taken completely online Fall Semester.  Classes start August 17th and it is not too late to sign up for this great program that might unlock new career opportunities.     Technical Certificates of credit in Accounting are also available but it usually takes at least three semesters.  However, individuals interested in accounting can start with at least two...

    Looking for a career field that will lead to a great career after just one semester?  South Georgia Technical College is offering a Criminal Justice Fundamentals technical certificate of credit (TCC) that can be completed online Fall Semester.  Financial aid is available and SGTC is currently registering for Fall semester.  Classes start August 17th.    SGTC Law Enforcement Academy graduates are also only 10 classes away from obtaining their associate degree.  The only classes needed...