GPTC at a Glance

A Legacy of Excellence in Education
Established in 1961, Georgia Piedmont Technical College (GPTC) is one of Georgia’s oldest technical colleges, committed to preparing students for successful careers in a dynamic global economy. Our student-centered atmosphere ensures that individuals gain the skills, education, and training needed to excel in the workforce.

Our Commitment to Student Success
Georgia Piedmont is dedicated to maximizing student success. With diverse educational programs, we offer various pathways to help students succeed academically and professionally.

Educational Programs & Divisions
GPTC offers a range of programs across multiple technical and educational divisions:

• Technical Divisions:
  • Arts & Sciences
  • Business, Computer Information Systems, & New Media
  • Health, Education, and Public & Professional Services
  • Industrial Technologies & Legal Studies
  • Public Safety
• Educational Divisions:
  • Adult Education/GED® & English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Continuing Education

Achievements & Accomplishments
GPTC has received significant recognition for its contributions to education and its students:

• First Law Enforcement Academy in Georgia accredited by CALEA.
• One of only two technical colleges in Georgia offering an ABA-approved paralegal studies program.
• Nationally recognized Building Automation Program, supported by the National Science Foundation.

Rankings & Recognition
GPTC is consistently recognized for its excellence:

• Ranked #2 in Georgia for Licensed Practical Nursing by PracticalNursing.com (2025).
• GPTC students have won prestigious state awards, such as the Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) and the Exceptional Adult Georgian in Literacy Education (EAGLE).
• Ranked among Georgia’s top 10 technical colleges for enrollment growth (2015) by the Atlanta Business Chronicle.
• GPTC’s associate degree program in Marketing was ranked #5 in the United States by Best Colleges (2025).