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STUDENT SUPPORT RESOURCES

CAREER SERVICESMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-3431Milledgeville Campus ..................................................................... (478) 445-2313Email ........................................................................... jobsinc@centralgatech.edu

• Career planning • Job fairs and events • On-campus recrui ng• Career workshops • Job pos ngs and alerts • Op mal Resume• Interview prepara on • Job search assistance • Resume assistance

Off ers career planning services and programs at no cost to current CGTC students and graduates.

Career Exploration Websites

Nontradi onal Career Resource Center ............................................www.ncrctv.comO*NET Resource Center ..............................................................www.onetcenter.org

DISABILITY SERVICESMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-3676

• Assis ve technology devices/so ware • Test modifi ca on• Reader or note taker • Textbooks in alternate formats• Scribes • Sign language interpre ng A student must self-disclose and provide documenta on of the disability and requested accommoda ons. In accordance with the Americans with Disabili es Act and Sec on 504 of the Rehabilita on Act of 1973, the College ensures that admissions, services, ac vi es, facili es, and academic programs are accessible to and usable by qualifi ed students with disabili es.

DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT/EQUAL OPPORTUNITYADA Coordinator (structural) ...........................Room A-317 ........... (478) 757-3506Sec on 504/ADA Coordinator (student) ...........Room J-122 ............ (478) 757-3676Title IX Coordinator .........................................Room A-335 ........... (478) 757-3449

Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, na onal origin, gender or disability. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director for Human Resources and Payroll, Room A-335, 3300 Macon Tech Drive, Macon, GA. 31206, phone (478) 757-3449. The Sec on 504 Coordinator and ADA Coordinator for student concerns is the Director for Special Popula ons and Disabili es, Room J-122, 3300 Macon Tech Drive, Macon GA. 31206, phone (478) 757-3676. The ADA Coordinator for structural concerns is the Vice President for Facili es and Ancillary Services, Room A-317, 3300 Macon Tech Drive, (478) 757-3506.

STUDENT SUPPORT RESOURCES (CONTINUED)

FINANCIAL AIDMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-3422Milledgeville Campus ..................................................................... (478) 445-2317Email .............................................................................fi naid@centralgatech.edu

Provides assistance to students with their fi nancial needs associated with the edu-ca onal costs of college through federal and state grant funding. Addi onal sources of support include a student grant scholarship, Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program, Workforce Investment Act (WIA) services, Veteran’s benefi ts (VA), Lending Library, and the Nelnet payment plan. Students should refer to CGTC’s website frequently for important deadlines and dates. For a current list of compe ve scholarships, please visit www.centralgatech.edu/studserv/fi naid/scholarships.cfm.

Financial Aid Websites

FAFSA on the Web ........................www.fafsa.ed.gov .......................... (800) 4FED-AIDFederal Student Aid Info ...............www.studentaid.ed.gov ................ (800) 433-3243 Georgia Student Finance ..............www.gacollege411.org .................. (800) 505-GSFCVeterans Benefi ts .........................www.gibill.gov ............................... (888) 442-4551

Scholarship Search Websites

American Associa on of University Women (AAUW) ..........................www.aauw.orgCollege Board .........................................................................www.collegeboard.comFast Aid ............................................................................................... www.fastap.orgFast Web .........................................................................................www.fastweb.comFinAid .................................................................................................. www.fi naid.orgFresch! .........................................................................................www.freschinfo.comThe Gates Millennium Scholars Program ............................................ www.gmsp.orgInterna onal Educa on Financial Aid (IEFA) ........................................... www.iefa.orgJohnson & Johnson ............................................................ www.discovernursing.comSallie Mae College Answer ..................................................... www.wiredscholar.comScholarships.com .....................................................................www.scholarships.com

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICESMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-3676

Provides support services to interna onal and foreign-born students.

STUDENT SUPPORT RESOURCES (CONTINUED)

OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT OF STUDENT AFFAIRS Macon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-3407

Provides student support counseling and advocacy.

SPECIAL POPULATIONSMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-6622Milledgeville Campus ..................................................................... (478) 445-2300WIA Offi ce (Macon Campus) ........................................................... (478) 757-6621Email .........................................................................recovery@centralgatech.edu

Services are available to students who are economically disadvantaged, special needs popula ons, single parents, displaced homemakers, and dislocated workers. Services are also available for students with limited English profi ciency.

• Background expungement • Consulta ons • Textbook help• Community resources/referrals • Life skills workshops • Recovery Team

Veteran’s Aff airs (VA)Many of CGTC’s degree, diploma, and technical cer fi cate programs are approved by the De-partment of Veterans Aff airs for the Veterans Educa onal Assistance Program (VEAP). Ap-proval for educa onal benefi ts is determined by the Department of Veterans Aff airs Regional Offi ce in Atlanta. Applica ons should be submi ed via VONAPP at www.vabenefi ts.vba.va.gov or mailed to the Department of Veterans Aff airs, Atlanta Regional Offi ce, Educa on Offi cer, P.O. Box 100022, Decatur, GA 30031-7022.

Workforce Investment Act (WIA)WIA is a federally funded fi nancial aid program for economically disadvantaged and dislocated workers. WIA assists with costs related to educa on and training including tui on, required text books, and required training costs. WIA also provides counseling and support services, as well as job search assistance.

STUDENT SUPPORT CENTERMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-5295Email ........................................................................... sscinfo@centralgatech.edu

Serves as a one-stop-shop for applicants and students.

• Advisement • New student orienta on • Recovery Team resources• Computer access • Photos IDs • Registra on help• Enrollment informa on • Ques ons and direc ons • Schedule adjustment

The Early Alert Program may provide assistance to students experiencing diffi cul es.

STUDENT LIFE

ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER (ASC)Macon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-3674Milledgeville Campus ..................................................................... (478) 445-2343Website ............................................................... www.centralgatech.edu/success

Off ers free tutoring in English, math, reading, computer assistance, and more to CGTC students. The ASC also off ers study skills workshops to help with test anxiety and more. Tutorials and other resources are available through the Smarthinking online system. Students may also join study groups for health technology courses.

Hours of operation (also posted online)Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.Friday: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

BOOKSTOREMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-3409Milledgeville Campus ..................................................................... (478) 445-7281Website ................ www.centralgatech.edu/general/instruc onal/bookstore.html

Find new and used textbooks, textbook rentals, so ware, gi s and supplies.

Hours of operation (regular schedule)Macon CampusMonday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.Friday: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

The bookstore is not open when CGTC is closed. Visit the Bookstore online for a complete schedule, including special Semester Hours.

LIBRARYMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-3549Milledgeville Campus ..................................................................... (478) 445-2333Email ............................................................................ library@centralgatech.eduWebsite ................................................................ www.centralgatech.edu/library

The library provides books, magazines, videos, and a wide range of online resources to assist students in course research. Computer worksta ons with internet access

Milledgeville CampusMonday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Friday: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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STUDENT LIFE (CONTINUED)

LIBRARY (CONTINUED)are available, as well as DVD video viewing sta ons and a coin-operated photocopier. Quiet study areas are also available. Through Learning Express, students can u lize interac ve prac ce tests for academic and career entrance exams, cer fi ca on and licensure tests, as well as English, math and wri ng skills tutorials, job search skills, eBook study guides, and more.

• Ask-a-Librarian • GALILEO • Library Catalog• Films on Demand • Learning Express • Research Assistance

Hours of operation (regular schedule)Macon CampusMonday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.Friday: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.Sunday: Closed

PUBLIC SAFETYEmergency........................................................................................................911Macon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-3453Milledgeville Campus ..................................................................... (478) 445-2350Crawford County Center ................................................................. (478) 836-6001Monroe County Center ................................................................... (478) 992-2717Putnam County Center ................................................................... (706) 923-5000

CGTC is commi ed to providing students, faculty, and staff with a safe environment. Services include lost and found, parking permits, and vehicle jump start. Students can also sign up for School Messenger, which alerts students to weather or emer-gency situa ons with the poten al to aff ect the safety of students, faculty, or staff . Students can sign up for School Messenger by follow-ing the Public Safety link on CGTC’s home page.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONSMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-4361

CGTC off ers ac vi es such as movie days, Spring Fling, and Interna onal Week at no cost to students. Sanc oned student organiza ons include Na onal Technical

Milledgeville CampusMonday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.Friday: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.Saturday and Sunday: Closed

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STUDENT LIFE (CONTINUED)

STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS (CONTINUED)Honor Society, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Sigma Alpha Pi, SkillsUSA, and the Student Government Associa on (SGA). Students may also become involved in one of the many profession-specifi c student organiza ons such as the Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals (ACVP), Future Business Leaders of America - Phi Beta Lambda, Lambda Nu, Na onal Associa on of Orthopedic Technologists (NAOT), and the Student American Dental Hygienists’ Associa on.

STUDENT ATHLETICS AND WELLNESSMacon Campus ............................................................................... (478) 757-4361Cougars Basketball Schedule and Info ..................www.centralgatech.edu/cougars

CGTC is proud to have an intercollegiate athle cs program that features men’s and women’s basketball. The Cougars are members of the Division I Na onal Junior College Athle c Associa on (NJCAA) and the Georgia Collegiate Athle c Associa on (GCAA). CGTC students receive free admission to Cougars basketball games, as well as use of a state-of-the-art fi tness center.

TECHNOLOGY RESOURCESHelp Desk ....................................................................................... (478) 757-3519accessCGTC ............................................................... accesscgtc.centralgatech.eduANGEL Learning ...................................................centralgatech.angellearning.comBannerWeb .............................................................bannerweb.centralgatech.eduMyLab Assistance ................................ pearsonmylabandmastering.com/studentsSmarterMeasure (READI) .................................................. centralgatech.readi.infoWebsite .......................www.centralgatech.edu/general/student_technology.html

Resources are available to help students use technology to succeed at CGTC. Each student is issued a student email account, which can be accessed through accessCGTC. Online courses are off ered using ANGEL Learning and SmarterMeasure is available to assess a student’s readiness to take an online course. Students can check grades, records, fi nancial aid informa on, and more using Banner Web. An online help request is available for students who need help.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

GEORGIA AND NATIONWIDEChild Abuse Preven on Hotline ........................................................... (800) 4-ACHILDChild Care in Georgia ....................................................................... (877) ALL-GAKIDSDomes c and Family Violence Hotline ................................................ (800) 334-2836Drug Help Line ..................................................................................... (800) 378-4435The Franchise Register...................................................... www.franchiseregister.comGeorgia Crisis and Access Line ............................................................. (800) 715-4225Georgia Legal Services ......................................................................... (404) 894-7707Low Income Home Energy Assistance ................................................. (866) 674-6327Mental Health Crisis Line ..................................................................... (800) 493-1932Na onal Fuel Funds Network ...........................................www.na onalfuelfunds.orgPartnership for Prescrip on Assistance ............................................... (888) 477-2669PeachCare for Kids ..............................................................................(877) GA-PEACHSocial Security Administra on ............................................................. (800) 772-1213Suicide Preven on Lifeline .................................................................. (800) 273-TALKTraveler’s Aid ....................................................................................... (404) 817-7070United Way Community Resource List ...................................................................211Weatheriza on Assistance Program (WAP) ......................................... (877) 337-3463

CENTRAL GEORGIA Alcoholics Anonymous ........................................................................ (478) 746-6652American Red Cross, Central Georgia Chapter ................................... (478) 743-8671Advocacy Resource Center .................................................................. (478) 477-7764Bibb County Health Department ......................................................... (478) 745-0411Carl Vinson VA Medical Center

Dublin ............................................................................................. (478) 272-1210Macon Outpa ent Center .............................................................. (478) 476-8868Toll Free .......................................................................................... (800) 595-5229

Consumer Credit Counseling ............................................................... (478) 446-7123Crisis Line of Middle Georgia ............................................................... (478) 745-9292Department of Family and Children Services (DFACS)

Baldwin County .............................................................................. (478) 445-4135Bibb County .................................................................................... (478) 751-6051Crawford County ............................................................................ (478) 836-6053Jones County .................................................................................. (478) 986-3126Monroe County .............................................................................. (478) 993-3030Putnam County .............................................................................. (706) 485-3670Twiggs County ................................................................................ (478) 945-3258

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES (CONTINUED)

CENTRAL GEORGIA (CONTINUED)Family Advancement Ministries .......................................................... (478) 745-7165Family Behavior Care of Central Georgia ............................................. (478) 474-4265Family Counseling Center of Central Georgia

Macon ............................................................................................ (478) 745-2811Warner Robins ............................................................................... (478) 918-0663

Family Therapy Center/Mercer School of Medicine ............................ (478) 301-5970First Choice Primary Care .................................................................... (478) 787-4266Georgia Legal Services ......................................................................... (478) 751-6261Hephzibah Ministries ........................................................................... (478) 476-0805Hodac ...................................................................................www3.irisso .com/hodaHomeless Services Center ................................................................... (478) 750-8689Lighthouse Missions, Inc ..................................................................... (478) 475-4244Loaves and Fishes ................................................................................ (478) 741-1007Macon Bibb County Transit Authority .......................................... www.mta-mac.comMacon Bibb Economic Opportunity Council ....................................... (478) 738-3251Macon Outreach at Mulberry .............................................................. (478) 743-8026Macon Rescue Mission ........................................................................ (478) 743-5445Macon Vet Center ................................................................................ (478) 272-1210Macon Volunteer Clinic ...................................................................... (478) 755-1110Middle Georgia Community Food Bank .............................................. (478) 741-8777Narco cs Anonymous .......................................................................... (478) 741-8613One Step @ Goodwill .......................................................................... (478) 475-9555River Edge Behavioral Health .............................................................. (478) 751-4519Saint Paul AME Church ........................................................................ (478) 745-0507Salva on Army .................................................................................... (478) 746-8572The Rainbow Center ............................................................................ (478) 750-0668Thomas C. Burk Founda on ................................................................ (478) 738-9955UGA Business Outreach Service .......................................................... (478) 751-6592W. T. Anderson/Medical Center of Central Georgia............................. (478) 633-1696Yellow Ribbon Home ........................................................................... (478) 731-0668

STUDENT SUCCESS

1. A end every class. When you miss classes, you miss notes, assignments, lectures, and more. If you violate the a endance policy for a class, you could fail that class. Avoid absences every chance possible.

2. Be organized. Use a student planner to keep track of assignments and due dates. Keep a separate notebook for each class.

3. Manage your me well. Schedule study sessions and me to complete homework. Learn to say no and learn how to take me for yourself.

4. Be commi ed to your class. Do every assignment on me. Par cipate in class and communicate with your instructor.

5. Take good notes. Take notes that are easy to read so that you can refer back to them. If you miss a class, ask for a copy of the lecture notes.

6. Know how to read a textbook. SCAN words in bold and italic print, sum-maries, and charts. READ with a purpose. REVIEW by scanning the material again to check your comprehension.

7. Study smart. Find a quiet place to study that is free of distrac ons. Start studying as soon as possible while the informa on is s ll fresh.

8. Know how to take tests. Have all of the materials that you need. Answer the ques ons that you know fi rst. Come back to the ques ons that you’re not sure about.

9. Reduce test anxiety. Study early and o en so that you’re always prepared for a test. Take a deep breath, then read each ques on care-fully, one at a me.

10. Use CGTC’s resources such as the Academic Success Center, instructors and advisors, library, and Student Support Center.

TOP 10 TIPS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS

STUDENT SUCCESS (CONTINUED)

REMEMBER

1. You only have 3 days to drop a course (through BannerWeb).If you withdraw from a class a er the third day of the semester for any reason, you s ll have to pay for that class.

2. You have un l midterm to withdraw from a class with a grade of W.Make sure that you formally withdraw from a class. If you just stopshowing up to class, you will be in viola on of CGTC’s a endance policy and could receive a grade of F for the class or classes. Contact the Registrar’s Offi ce at (478) 757-5294 for a withdrawal form and submission procedures. The informa on is also available online at www.centralgatech.edu/studserv/registrar/registrar_forms.htm.

3. Keep track of your GPA (grade point average) and academic standing.Check your grades throughout the semester and always double-check your grade in BannerWeb at the end of the semester.

4. Understand your schedule:

5. Know your program advisor andrequirements for your program.Plan to meet with your program advisor every semester to stay on track towards gradua on.

6. Communica on is key!Keep your contact informa on (phone number, address, email address) up to date to receive important informa on from CGTC. Check your mail and student email frequently.

7. Ask for help.We want you to be successful at CGTC and we’re here to help!Use our resources, ask ques ons, and let us know how we can help you.

M: MondayT: TuesdayW: WednesdayR: ThursdayF: Friday

Military time1230 = 12:30 p.m.1345 = 1:45 p.m.0930 = 9:30 a.m....and so on.

The fi rst letter tells you what building the class is in. The number after the - tells you what theroom number is.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

MACON CAMPUS3300 Macon Tech Drive Macon, GA 31206 (478) 757-3400

Academic Aff airs ................. (478) 757-3427Academic Success Center ... (478) 757-3674Admissions ......................... (478) 757-3403 Bookstore ........................... (478) 757-3409 Business Offi ce ................... (478) 757-3412Career Services ................... (478) 757-3432Evening Assistance ............. (478) 550-5413Financial Aid ....................... (478) 757-3422 Help Desk (Technology) ...... (478) 757-3519High School Ini a ves ........ (478) 757-3657Library Services .................. (478) 757-3549 Registrar’s Offi ce ................ (478) 757-5294Security ............................... (478) 757-3453Student Support Center ..... (478) 757-5295Tes ng Center ..................... (478) 757-3431

MILLEDGEVILLE CAMPUS54 Highway 22 West Milledgeville, GA 31061 (478) 445-2300

Academic Success Center ... (478) 445-2303Admissions ......................... (478) 445-2303Bookstore ........................... (478) 445-7281Financial Aid ....................... (478) 445-2304Library ................................ (478) 445-2333Security ............................... (478) 445-2350Student Aff airs .................... (478) 445-2302

ACCREDITATIONCentral Georgia Technical College is accredited by the Southern Associa on of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call (404) 679-4500 for ques ons about the accredita on of Central Georgia Technical College.

CRAWFORD COUNTY CENTER640 GA Highway 128 Roberta, GA 31078 (478) 836-6001

Security ............... (478) 836-6001

JONES COUNTY CENTER161 West Clinton Street Gray, GA 31032 (478) 986-4370

MONROE COUNTY CENTER433 Highway 41, SouthForsyth, GA 31029 (478) 992-2717

Security ............... (478) 992-2717

PUTNAM COUNTY CENTER580 James Marshall Bypass Eatonton, GA 31024 (706) 923-5000

Security ............... (706) 923-5000

TWIGGS COUNTY CENTER952 Main Street Jeff ersonville, GA 31044 (478) 945-3127

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