Miller-Motte Technical College is accredited by the Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The school has associate's degree programs that include dental assisting, human resources, medical billing and coding, and medical office assisting. There are also diploma programs available. An accredited high school diploma, interview and scholastic exam is required for admission. A "C" or better average in high school is recommended. The director of career services works with students to provide job leads and proper interview practices.
Miller-Motte Technical College
1800 Box Road
Columbus, GA 31907
888-266-8034
miller-motte.edu/columbus-ga.htm
Columbus Technical College consists of three schools. The School of Business offers associate's degrees in accounting, business, criminal justice technology, early childhood care and education, and management and supervisory development. The School of Information Systems offers associate's degree programs in computer support, Internet specialist and networking specialist. The School of Health Sciences offers associate's degrees that include dental hygiene, nursing, pharmacy technology, respiratory care and surgical technology. There is a dual enrollment program for high school students. Programs include automotive technology, cosmetology, carpentry, and patient care and assisting.
Columbus Technical College
928 Manchester Expressway
Columbus, GA 31904
706-649-1800
columbustech.edu
This is a privately owned technical school that has been in business for over 35 years, as of March 2010. Upon completion of their program, students will be qualified to take the state examinations. The cosmetology and barber programs each consist of 750 hours of instruction. The nail technician program consists of 600 hours of training. Nail structure, nail disease, wraps and manicure procedures are studied during this training. The esthetics program consists of 1,000 hours of training and focuses on makeup artistry, skin care and body wraps.
Rivertown School of Beauty
4747 Hamilton Road
Columbus, GA 31904
706-653-8032
rivertownschoolofbeauty.com