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Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment begins Nov. 1, 2024, and ends Nov. 15, 2024, for the plan year covering Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2025.

About

During Open Enrollment, eligible faculty and staff have the opportunity to review, renew and make changes to select benefit plans. You may:

  • Enroll, cancel or make changes to Health Plan benefit elections (medical, dental, vision)
  • Add or drop dependents, based on Health Plan eligibility requirements (see dependent eligibility guidelines)
  • Enroll in Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) — continued participation requires re-enrollment each plan year
  • Make elections for voluntary group term life insurance (VGTLI) spouse and/or child(ren) coverage

Even if you are making no other changes, be sure to review your benefit information to ensure no changes are necessary. Open enrollment is also a good time to review your designated beneficiaries to determine if any changes are needed.

Important Dates

Be sure to note the following important dates applicable to Open Enrollment:

  • Nov. 1–15, 2024 — Open Enrollment for the 2025 plan year. Submit your benefit election enrollment forms manually by printing, completing and submitting appropriate form(s) listed below to the Office of Human Resources.
  • Nov. 15, 2024 — The deadline to submit your benefit election forms to the Office of Human Resources.
  • Jan. 1, 2025 — The date that benefit plan elections made during this Open Enrollment period become effective.
  • Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2025 — The plan year during which benefit plan elections made during this Open Enrollment period will be effective. Also, a new opportunity to earn HRA dollars in Your Plan 4 Health will begin Jan. 1, 2025.

Benefits Plan Information

Benefits through The Ohio State University Health Plan

Open Enrollment 2025 Benefits Presentation
Benefits Overview Book 2025
What’s Changing in 2025
Dependent Eligibility
Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
Dental and Vision Plans
Your Plan for Health
Life Insurance

Health Benefits Summaries

Medical and prescription:

Dental and vision:

Health reimbursement account (HRA)
Voluntary group life insurance (VGTLI) - Minnesota Life for Dependents Only
Voluntary group life insurance (VGTLI) – Anthem Life Form for Employee and Dependents
Aflac Short-Term Disability Provider

FSA Flexible Spending Accounts through COTC

Flexible Spending Account Participant Benefits
Flexible Spending Account Eligible Expenses
TASC FSA savings calculator
MyTASC mobile app

Forms

Enrollment Forms

Medical, Dental and Vision Open Enrollment Form
Voluntary Group Term Life Insurance (VGTLI) Enrollment Minnesota Form Life for Dependents Only
Voluntary group life insurance (VGTLI) – Anthem Life Form for Employee and Dependents
FSA Flexible Spending Account Enrollment 2025
Aflac Short-term Disability Provider

Other Forms and Information

Group Term Life Insurance Beneficiary Designation
Group Term Life Insurance Waiver of Entitlement

Biometric Screening

Don’t put your health on hold. It’s important to continue preventive care, such as your annual well exam or biometric screening. Enrolled faculty and staff can earn a $25/month premium credit, or up to $40/month with an enrolled spouse, off of employee medical plan contributions by completing a Personal Health and Well-being Assessment (PHA) and a verified Biometric Screening.

Deadline To Earn Premium Credit

Your verified biometric screening must be completed between 1/1/2024 and 12/29/2024 to earn premium credit. To earn YP4H points, values must be received by 5 p.m. on 12/20/2024.

Your verified Biometric Screening, consisting of height, weight, blood pressure, total cholesterol, HDL, and blood sugar value (either glucose or A1C), can be completed in the following way.

If you complete an on-campus screening* you will automatically receive credit for completing the verified biometric screening.

  • On Feb. 27, May 8, Aug. 30 and Oct. 15 the OSU Health Plan’s (OSUHP) RN Health Promotion Specialist(s) will be in Hopewell Hall Room 53 to complete complimentary biometric screenings* for our campus. See below for screening registration details.

On-Campus Biometric Screening Registration

If you would like to register for the upcoming biometric health screening event for our campus, follow the steps below:

  1. Visit the registration portal
  2. Log in with your Ohio State credentials (last name.# and password)
  3. Click “Schedule Appointment or Class”
  4. Select “Biometric Health Screening” as the appointment type.
  5. In the From date box, place 2/27/24. In the Thru date box, place 10/15/24.
  6. Under Location, click on Regional Campuses.
  7. To search for an available time, click “Find Appointments or Classes.” This will show only the appointments available for this screening event.
  8. Complete registration to schedule the appointment.

If you experience any difficulty, please contact OSUHP Customer Service at 614.292.4700.

Personal Health and Well-being Assessment (PHA)

Once you’ve completed a verified Biometric Screening, you will need to complete the PHA (under “Health” tab in your Virgin Pulse account). It will be listed as “Surveys.”

Once you’ve completed a verified Biometric Screening, your values will automatically load to your YP4H/Virgin Pulse account by the next day or two.

Confirm Screening and PHA Completion

When your verified Biometric Screening and PHA have been processed, it will be reflected in your Virgin Pulse account. To confirm completion, log in to your Virgin Pulse account and select “REWARDS” under the Home tab. When you see a checkmark beside the PHA and screening descriptions, you have completed the requirements to earn the premium credit.

Screenshot of Your Plan for Health.

Privacy & Participation

Participation in YP4H biometric screenings, PHA and the incentive program is completely voluntary. To learn how your personal information is protected, please visit Your Privacy.

NOTE: Spouses have a unique requirement regarding consent. A spouse must complete the consent that is displayed to them when completing the PHA before they start earning rewards. This consent allows permission for secure data to flow from the OSU Health Plan (OSUHP) to Virgin Pulse, to comply with current regulations when offering wellness services and programming to spouses. This means anything that the OSUHP is responsible for administering, including biometric health screening status, biometric health value reporting, participating in health plan programs (e.g. coaching, care coordination, etc.), will not be sent to Virgin Pulse until the PHA and corresponding consent is completed, thus delaying when points appear for spouses.

*As a reminder, you are only eligible for one on-campus screening per calendar year. If you are unsure of when your last screening took place, please log in to Link To Health and click on the “Biometric Health Data” tab to view your history.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can I complete the medical coding short-term or one-year certificate program?

Students can complete the short-term certificate in just two semesters. Students can complete the one-year certificate in one calendar year. 

Can I take classes online or face-to-face?

Students pursuing a healthcare degree should expect to take classes face-to-face to experience hands-on learning. Some general education classes may be offered online.

Can I pursue an associate degree after I complete one or both of the Medical Coding Certificates? 

Students who complete either or both of the Medical Coding certificates are encouraged to continue because they are well on their way to completing the Medical Coding associate degree. 

What type of financial assistance is available to help me pay for college? 

Every student is also encouraged to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for grants, scholarships and loans. Students who complete a FAFSA are automatically considered for some scholarships. Other scholarships require an application. 

Connect with the Office of Student Financial Services at 740.366.9435 or email NWK-studentfinancialservices@mail.cotc.edu.

How do I get started at COTC?

Help us learn more about you by visiting our Future Students webpage, then follow the COTC Steps to Enroll to get started. 

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Student Organizations

Student organizations have a significant impact in providing effective learning environments for students, preparing them to live in a multicultural society and work in a global community. If you have an interest in joining either of these two organizations sponsored by the Counseling Services office, please contact us.

Active Minds

Are you passionate about advocating for student mental health?

Are you interested in being a peer mentor for other students struggling with their mental health?

If you replied “yes,” then join the Active Minds! Active Minds is a national organization that focuses on decreasing stigma among individuals seeking mental health treatment and support, creating peer mentors, and educating others about mental health. 

Student Interest Form

Overview

Commitment to Diversity

Diversity supports the mission of Central Ohio Technical College and The Ohio State University at Newark. Respecting and promoting diversity is vital to the education of our students and to the learning environment of our campus community. We foster an atmosphere where each of us is valued for our intellectual and cultural perspectives, increasing our ability to reflect critically and resolve challenges. We share a wealth of experiences that strengthens us individually and as a society. As students and educators, we commit to building a diverse and engaged community.

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Law Enforcement – Accelerated Peace Officer Basic Training Certificate

2021-2022 Central Ohio Technical College ​

Accelerated Peace Officer Basic Training

LET-161

​*​ Wellness I​

1.5

LET-244

​*​ Human Relations​

3

LET-248

​* ​Criminal Law​

4.5

LET-249

*​ Administration

2

LET-237

* Subject Control​

2

LET-282

*​ Investigations

2

LET-284

​*​ Homeland Security​

1

​LET-238

*​ Patrol

4.5

LET-293

* ​Firearms

2

LET-296

*​ Traffic

3.5

LET-298

​* ​First Aid​

0.5

LET-299

*​ Driving

1.5

 

Total

28

Total Hours Required

  • Total Hours Required For Degree​:  28.00

Admission Requirements

The Basic Police Academy program has been designed to meet the requirements of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission for Police Academies. There are specific admission requirements which must be met before a student will be admitted to this program.  Successful graduates of this program will be recommended to take the state certification examination.  Cadets that successfully complete this program will receive a letter of completion (for open enrollment students) or a certificate (if a commissioned officer from OPOTC) and will be eligible to gain employment as a police officer, deputy sheriff, or armed security officer.

All cadets are required to have a physical examination and a fingerprint check completed at least 21 days prior to the start of each Academy (no cadets will be accepted after this deadline).  The physical examination WILL BE AT THE CADET’S EXPENSE.  Fingerprint checks are required  for ALL CADETS (persons convicted of a felony or domestic violence are not eligible for this program).  Instructions for fingerprinting are provided by the Academy only (see Academy Commander).  The cadet is responsible for required uniform expenses.​

Interested students must submit a completed COTC Application form and contact the COTC Gateway Admissions Office for additional admissions requirements.  Once accepted students must pay a one-time non-refundable Acceptance Fee of $80.00.  Cadets pay standard per semester credit hour tuition charges as set forth by the College (listing of tuition and fees available from the Gateway Admissions Office).  Students will also be charged for   ammunition (currently $250.00 one- time charge – ammunition prices are subject to change without notice due to price changes by the manufacturer).  Individually owned firearms or purchased ammunition will not be permitted on the firing range during class times.

The Ohio Revised Code, Administrative Code Rule 109.2-1 provides: 1) for the power of the School Commander to enact rules and regulations which establish a higher standard of training than the minimum required; and 2) for the termination of the services of unsatisfactory students  during or upon completion of the pre-school training period.

Helpful Information

  • * ​Courses may have prerequisites. Please check course description to view all course prerequisites and requirements.

  • Students enrolled in the Accelerated POBT Academy while pursuing the Law Enforcement Degree Program are eligible for financial aid. 

  • The Law Enforcement Technology-Accelerated Peace Office Basic Training Certificate is not currently eligible for financial aid.

  • This program is 15 weeks in length.

The College Reserves the Right to Change Curricula Without Notice
Published date – April 2021
Office of Academic Affairs

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Degrees and Certificates at Pataskala

COTC offers several transfer degrees and career-ready associate degrees and certificates in full at the Pataskala campus* through a combination of in-person and remote learning.** 

Individual general education courses for COTC’s 50+ programs or transfer-friendly credit to other state universities are also available.

Plus, high school students participate in our College Credit Plus program earning transfer-friendly college credit – some finishing a certificate or associate degree before they earn their high school diploma – and saving thousands on their college tuition.

Career-ready Associate Degrees

Gain the skills for a new career or career advancement in as little as 16 months:

Nursing:

Many four-year colleges and universities will transfer most if not all COTC credit coursework into an established program at the four-year institution.  An articulation agreement between COTC and a four-year institution is a guarantee to the COTC student that specific coursework taken at COTC will enable that student to be granted transfer credit into a particular program at the four-year institution. Learn more about COTC Articulation Agreements.

Career-ready Certificates

Gain the skills for a career in one or two semesters. COTC certificates also count toward an associate degree, helping students advance on a long-term career path:

Healthcare:

Nursing:

Noncredit Workforce Training:

College Credit Plus

Six of the top eight fastest-growing public school districts in central Ohio are located within 17 miles of the Pataskala campus. College-ready students in grades seven through 12 earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking courses through COTC.

Through a partnership with Reynoldsburg City School’s eSTEM Academy, students can complete COTC’s CCP computer information technology pathway at the Pataskala campus and earn credit toward an associate degree.

Learn about CCP

*While we make every effort to run the following programs in full at the Pataskala campus, some courses and/or programs may be canceled due to low enrollment.

**Remote learning options include courses that are delivered online, via Zoom or in our video-connected classrooms. View all learning formats.

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Associate Degree Nursing – Learning Outcomes

Statement of Purpose

The purpose of the Nursing Technology program is to provide health education programs for emerging and practicing healthcare providers, accomplished through the values of integrity, quality, leadership, affordability and innovation.

Campus Event

Holiday Academic Break

Saturday, December 18 – Sunday, January 9

Holiday Break: No classes; labs closed; offices open except Dec. 23, 24, 31.