49 technical and career programs that can change your life.

An education at the College of Coastal Georgia is a life-changing experience. Take advantage of a wide range of programs designed for whatever you need to get a good job, advance in your position or change careers. Improve your quality of life and feel pride in what you can accomplish. CCG offers everything from one-semester certificate programs to associate degree programs. Full- or part-time, all are designed to get you the training and skills you need - and fit into your busy life.

Part of the Technical College System of Georgia

The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) oversees the state's system of technical colleges, the adult literacy program, and a host of economic and workforce development programs. CCG is one of only four institutions in the state that has a technical division and is a University System of Georgia college. Courses and programs may be added to meet the changing needs of students and employers.

Career Associate Degrees

A career Associate Degree is a program in a specific career area that leads directly to employment upon graduation. These programs typically require 60 or more credit hours and take two to three years to complete. These programs are not intended for transfer, but the general education courses and some career courses are accepted by four-year colleges and universities.

• Clinical Laboratory Technology
• Nursing (RN)
• Radiologic Science
• Accounting
• Business and Office Technology (business, medical)
• Computer Aided Design and Drafting (mechanical, architectural)
• Computer Information Technology (microcomputer, network, e-commerce CISCO)
• Management (business, hospitality)
• Technology

Career Certificates

For individuals looking for a quicker way into the job market, but with a considerable amount of depth in the career field, CCG offers certificate programs. These programs range from 31 to 68 semester credit hours and take one to two years to complete. They typically contain some general education courses, but focus mainly on the career area.

• Air Conditioning Technology
• Automotive Fundamentals
• Business and Office Technology (business, medical)
• Computer Aided Design and Drafting (mechanical, architectural)
• Computer Aided Design and Drafting (mechanical, architectural)
• Computer Information Technology (microcomputer specialist, network specialist, e-commerce CISCO)
• Criminal Justice
• Culinary Arts
• Industrial Systems Technology
• Machinist (general machinist, production grinding specialist)
• Management (business management, hospitality management)
• Paramedic Technology
• Practical Nursing (LPN)
• Surgical Technology
• Welding

Technical Certificates of Credit

For the very quickest way into the job market or upgrading skills, there are several "technical certificates of credit" (TCCs) available that focus on specific jobs or sets of job skills. These programs range from 10 to 28 semester credit hours and can be completed in less than one year. While they are not intended for transfer, TCCs do fit within Georgia's model of "career ladder" programs. This model is structured in such a way that students can earn a technical certificate - even while still in high school - and then proceed to earn a diploma or degree as their time and goals allow. That's because credits in most TCCs are transferable into diploma programs.

• Air Conditioning Systems Maintenance
• Automotive (service and body)
• Banking and Financing Fundamentals
• Certified Customer Service Specialist
• Machine Technology (CNC and CAM)
• Computer Troubleshooting and Repair
• Culinary Arts
• Electrical Maintenance Level I and II
• Emergency Medical Technology
• Golf Course Maintenance
• Hotel/Motel Fundamentals
• Industrial Maintenance Fundamentals
• Manufacturing/Maintenance Level II and III
• Patient Care Technician
• Process Control Operator I and II
• Residential Wiring Technician
• Small Business Management
• Supervision Fundamentals
• Welding Level II (gas tungsten arc, shielded metal arc)