Key Takeaways
- Approximately 50 students and families attended the Fall Semester Registration for the John Deere Ag Technology program at South Georgia Technical College.
- The program offers a two-year associate degree, combining classroom learning with practical dealership experience.
- Fall semester classes begin on August 18, with financial aid available and a strong job placement rate for graduates.
Overview of Registration Event
South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) recently hosted a registration and orientation session for the John Deere Agricultural Technology program. Around 50 students, along with their families and John Deere dealers from the Southeastern U.S., attended the event at the Americus campus.
During the session, SGTC Vice President of Academic Affairs Julie Partain expressed gratitude to attendees for choosing the college and the Ag Technology program. She emphasized that students are guaranteed employment with John Deere upon enrollment, noting the program’s commitment to equipping them with the necessary skills for successful careers.
In addition to Partain, several SGTC administrators, including Academic Dean Dr. David Finley and Vice President for Institutional Advancement Su Ann Bird, addressed the group. They provided insights into the program’s structure and expectations.
Ag Technology instructors Matthew Burkes and Diesel Equipment Technology instructor David Cox introduced themselves and outlined the two-year associate degree program. This program involves eight weeks of classroom instruction, followed by eight weeks of practical work in a dealership. The cycle continues for the full two years, with students alternating between on-campus classes and dealership environments.
Students must meet specific requirements, including placement tests and a completed portfolio, to gain acceptance into the program. Participating John Deere dealerships include Ag Pro, Blanchard Equipment, Everglades Equipment, Flint Ag, Lasseter, SunSouth, Dobbs Construction, and Tri-Green Equipment.
For those interested in enrolling in the John Deere Agricultural Technology program, SGTC Admissions Director Candie Walkers can be contacted at cwalters@southgatech.edu or by calling 229-931-2394. Additionally, the program’s instructors, Matthew Burks and Wayne Peck, are available for inquiries, along with Tami Blount, who assists with the enrollment process.
The Fall semester at SGTC starts on August 18, and the college offers over 200 degree, diploma, and certificate programs. Interested students can apply and enroll in a single day. SGTC boasts a 100% job placement rate for graduates, and financial aid options are available. A special Registration/Orientation Day is scheduled for August 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at both the Americus and Crisp County Center campuses.
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