Dekalb Technical College has a campus in Covington that serves Rockdale, Newton and Morgan counties. The Covington campus offers free GED preparation classes, as well as programs leading to an associate of applied science degree, a diploma or a technical certificate of credit.
Some certificate programs DeKalb offers include automotive suspension and steering, financial and investment services, Microsoft Office applications professional, visual basic programmer and crime scene technician. DeKalb’s diploma programs include cosmetology, networking specialist, electronics technology and medical assisting. Dekalb’s degree programs include topics such as building automation systems, early childhood care and education, paramedic technology and banking and finance.
The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accredits DeKalb Technical College.
DeKalb Technical College
Covington Campus
16200 Alcovy Road?
Covington, GA 30014?
(404) 297-9522 Ext. 3100
dekalbtech.edu
Georgia Perimeter College’s Newton Campus is located in Covington. Students can study to earn a certificate or an associate degree in a range of disciplines. Certificate programs include sign language interpretation, fire management and library and information science. Associate in science degrees are offered in topics like nursing, dental hygiene and radiologic technology.
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accredits Georgia Perimeter College.
Georgia Perimeter College?
Newton Campus?
239 Cedar Lane?
Covington, GA 30014??
(770) 278-1210
gpc.edu
Troy University has an East Atlanta/Covington campus. Though Troy offers traditional bachelor's and master's degrees on campus and online, Troy also offers vocational and technical programs as part of its degree offerings. Individuals seeking a technical education as part of their two- or four-year degree at Troy University may participate in Troy’s athletic training program, interpreter training program or nursing programs, for example. Though Troy University is not strictly a technical college, vocational preparation programs are available. Troy also offers certificate programs online as part of its continuation education program in topics like banking and financial services, certified coding associate and Microsoft certified systems engineer.
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accredits Troy University.
Troy University
East Atlanta/Covington Site
8134 Geiger St.
Covington, GA 30014
(770) 385-8315
covington.troy.edu