A new articulation agreement has been made with North Georgia Technical College (NGTC) and the University of North Georgia (UNG) to help student transfers in education. This partnership allows a student who has completed the Associate Degree in Early Childhood Care and Education at NGTC to transition into the Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Special Education program at UNG. It is a true 2 year plus 2 year pathway for students.
The agreement puts into place a more formalized structure for course approvals, ensuring that students know exactly which NGTC courses will transfer to UNG.
“In the past, individual classes would be decided upon and students were having to piecemeal it to determine what would transfer and what classes would not,” Amy Hulsey, Vice President of Institutional Advancement & Marketing explained. “This allows having a nice organized pathway to keep all the credits together.”
“We are very proud of this significant step to empower more students to achieve their educational goals,” said NGTC President John Wilkinson. “We are thankful to work with the University of North Georgia to provide this wonderful opportunity to help students reach their full potential.”
To qualify for the transfer under this agreement, students must complete their Associate Degree with an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher. This initiative supports students in their academic journey and addresses the growing demand for qualified educators in the region.
NGTC Vice President of Academic Affairs Stephanie Benson emphasized the importance of students being aware of which courses they need to complete for a smooth transition but also complete the program of study and fill a critical workforce need.
This articulation agreement is a significant step in enhancing educational opportunities and supporting the workforce needs of North Georgia. If you are interested in more information about this program, please call 706-754-7700 or visit the NGTC website.
