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Programs

Health Sciences
- Degree Programs
- Clinical Laboratory Technology (Vidalia Campus)
- Dental Hygiene (Vidalia Campus)
- Diploma Programs
- Medical Assisting
- Paramedic Technology (Vidalia Campus)
- Pharmacy Technology (Vidalia Campus)
- Practical Nursing
- Radiologic Technology (Vidalia Campus)
- Surgical Technology (Vidalia Campus)
Please note, that for programs without a campus indicated, the program is offered on both the Swainsboro and Vidalia campus.
Business Technologies
Industrial and Environmental Technologies
- Degree Programs
- Electronics Technology (Vidalia Campus)
- Forest Technology (Swainsboro Campus)
Please note, that for programs without a campus indicated, the program is offered on both the Swainsboro and Vidalia campus.
Human Services
- Degree Programs
- Criminal Justice Technology
- Early Childhood Care and Education
- Diploma Programs
- Cosmetology
- Criminal Justice Technology
- Early Childhood Care and Education
- Certificate Programs
- Child Care Assisting
- Child Development Associate
- Cosmetology Instructor Training
- Early Childhood Program Administration
- Family Child Care Provider
- Law Enforcement Technician
- Shampoo Technician

Flux Cored Arc Welding Certificate Program

The Flux Cored ARC Welding (FCAW) Technical certificate program prepares an individual for employment within the welding and fabrication industry as well as similar working environments where FCAW applications are required.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The demand for trained welders is great, with many well paying job opportunities available upon program completion.

LICENSURE

There is no specific licensure that applies to either welding program. However, graduates of this program would be better prepared to qualify for select industry certifications and those employers conduct.

ADMISSIONS CRITERIA

Submit a completed application and application fee;
Be at least 16 years of age;

Meet the following assessment requirements:

Test	Reading	Writing	Numerical
ASSET	33	32	31
COMPASS	47	14	19
SAT		430	400
ACT		18	16
CPE	75	75	75

FLUX CORED ARC WELDING CURRICULUM

The standard curriculum for the Flux Cored ARC Welding (FCAW) certificate program is designed for the quarter system. Students are encouraged to begin the program in the Fall quarter to maximize their progress toward completion. However, students may begin the program any quarter. The program generally takes 3 quarters to complete. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 18 credit hours.

CURRICULUM OUTLINE		CREDITS
OCCUPATIONAL COURSES		18
WLD 100*	Introduction to Welding	6
WLD 101*	Oxyfuel Cutting	4
WLD 103*	Blueprint Reading	3
WLD 153*	Flux Cored Arc Welding	5

* "C" or higher is required for designated courses.
(OL) designation indicates course is available online in selected quarters.

PROGRAM COSTS

(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)

Tuition/Fees: $810

Books/Supplies: $325