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Behavioral and Mental Health Technician
Short-Term Certificate
Psychiatric technicians and aides care for people who have mental illness and developmental disabilities. Technicians typically provide therapeutic care and monitor their patients’ conditions. Aides help patients in their daily activities and ensure a safe, clean environment. They are employed in hospitals, community mental health centers, psychiatric clinics, social service agencies and geriatric nursing homes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can I complete the Early Childhood Education associate degree?
Students can complete an Early Childhood Education associate degree in two years taking classes full-time.
Students who attend full-time typically take 3-5 classes on average per semester. Students attending full-time will complete quicker than students who attend part-time (and take 1-2 classes on average per semester).
Students who hold an existing CDA (Child Development Associate) credential, may be eligible for prior learning college credit <consider linking to PLA policy>, which may allow a student to complete an associate degree quicker.
Are there any requirements to study Early Childhood Education at COTC?
Yes, students interested in studying Early Childhood Education have an application packet to complete. Some things students are required to complete as part of that packet include: a background check and three (non-family) references.
What classes do I need to take?
The courses students need to take to complete an associate degree are listed in a Plan of Study.
Can I take classes online or face-to-face?
At COTC, students have the flexibility to take classes face-to-face and online. When students studying Early Childhood Education do field experience, that is hand’s-on learning done face-to-face and students are assigned an approved, licensed childcare center or program to do their field experience.
Can I pursue a bachelor’s degree after I complete an associate degree?
Students interested in continuing on to pursue a bachelor’s degree can consider transferring to a four-year college or university. COTC has several transfer agreements with four-year colleges.
- Ashland College
- Muskingum University
- The Ohio State University
- The University of Akron – offers an online bachelor degree program in Early Childhood Education
- The University of Cincinnati – offers an online bachelor degree program in Child Development
What type of financial assistance is available to help me pay for college?
COTC awards a million dollars in scholarship to students each year!
Students are encouraged to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aide (FAFSA) to be considered for grants, scholarships, and loans.
Students who complete a FAFSA are automatically considered for some scholarships. Other scholarships <link to scholarships page> require an application.
Connect with our office of Student Financial Service at 740-366-9435 or email: studentfinancialservices@osu.edu <insert and link COTC email address – coming soon…>
Who are the members of the Early Childhood Development Advisory Group at COTC?
Andrea Dickerson
COTC ECE Adjunct Instructor and Teaching Careers Instructor
C-Tec
Barbara Smith
Center Owner, and Director, Adventures in Learning
Newark
Beth Rutter
COTC ECE
Adjunct Instructor
Carol Copenhefer
COTC Professor
Carol Fuller
COTC ECE Adjunct Instructor
Delaware Area Career Center
Casey Hoeflich
Child Development Coordinator
Knox County Head Start
Christina Wythe
COTC ECE Program Graduate and Center Owner
Absolute Love Learning Center, Mt. Vernon
Cindy Andrews
COTC ECE Program Graduate and Center Owner
Creative Minds Learning Center, Heath
Kelley Gaynier
COTC ECE Adjunct Instructor
EMRC Coordinator, COTC
Kristin Ream
Preschool Director
Licking County Family YMCA
Linda Miller
Retired Head Start Director
Retired COTC ECE Adjunct Instructor
LEADS Head Start and COTC
Megan Grimm
COTC ECE Adjunct Instructor
Coshocton County Career Center
Nancy Nagle
Retired Kindergarten Teacher
Coshocton County School
Regina Williams
Retired COTC Program Director
Staci Smith
COTC ECE Adjunct Instructor
Teri Brannum
Early Head Start Education Manager
Coshocton County Head Start
Teri Peasley
Early Childhood Faculty
Ohio University
Tracee Hatfield
Head Start Education Manager
Coshocton County Head Start
Tracy Stainer
COTC ECE Program Graduate and Center Owner
Kids Garden Childcare Center, Mt. Vernon
Mark Prince, MEd
Associate Professor, Criminal Justice
Credentials
MEd, Higher Education, Ohio University, 1999
BCJ, Ohio University, 1988
Academic Support Services
COTC offers students many free academic support services. These academic support services are available to help students be successful academically, so they can achieve their educational goals. Services include things like academic advising, tutoring, note-taking, and study skills. When students are ready to graduate, they work with the Office of Student Records to ensure they have met all graduation requirements.
How to Be Successful in an Online Course
Welcome to the Central Ohio Technical College’s retention guide to online learning!
We feel it’s important to highlight characteristics an online learner should possess.
- Are you a self-directed learner?
- Are you comfortable asking questions?
- Can you stay motivated?
If you answered yes, then you should be successful taking classes online.
Taking classes online can be an adjustment; however, with a deeper understanding of the best practices of learning online, you should successfully engage, learn, and complete your course(s).
Here are some best practices and approaches to being a successful online student:
1. Create a time-management Plan
Being an online student requires a lot of self-discipline. As most courses do not have a meeting time, students must find time to complete all coursework within a week. Manage your time but review the weekly tasks as soon as the course opens. Pick a specific day and time that you can complete your work, just like in a face-to-face classroom. Before you start class, make sure you meet the technical requirements so you can start and keep on track!
2. Be thoughtful and ask questions in online discussions
Your interactions with other students and the instructor will be in the discussion area of your course, which allows you to learn other people’s interpretations and understanding of the material. Be thoughtful in your responses and think deeply before posting. This will allow you to have more meaningful conversations. Be thoughtful in your questions and take time to write them clear and concise
3. Stay motivated to learn
You may not have any physical contact with your instructor or classmates, which can make it difficult to stay motivated. Participate in class, ask questions, and keep your eye on the prize. Identify your motivator to keep you working towards completing the course. The more involved and engaged you are with online discussions and assignments, the easier it is to stay motivated in class
4. Make connections with fellow students
Being a part of an online community of students can be beneficial for everybody. Students can learn a lot from other students along with the instructor through their discussions. Read your discussions in your course and interact with other students through responses and comments. Ask and answer questions and consider sharing contact information with each other.
If you’re interested in tips on time management, study strategies, or other topics important to online learning, please schedule with a Student Success Coach.
Schedule with a Student Success Coach