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Military-Connected Student Services

The content of this page is intended for our military service members and their family members. At Georgia Northwestern Technical College, we are honored to serve those who have proudly sacrificed for our country in the United States Armed Forces. Our goal is to assist and support you as you start your journey, continue your education, and complete your academic goals here with us at Georgia Northwestern Technical College.

As a thank you for your service, GNTC waves the application fee for all service members. Use code: MILITARY when you apply.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to be a resource to our veteran students throughout their entire process at Georgia Northwestern Technical College from admissions to program completion and graduation.

Your Military-Connected Student Services Staff Members:

Alyse Edgeworth – School Certifying Official (SCO)/VA Financial Aid Representative
Veronica Pike – School Certifying Official (SCO)/VA Financial Aid Representative
Josh Hickman – Military-Connected Services Coordinator
Leigh Ann Pettigrew – Director of Student Success and Campus Manager

The Green Zone

The Green Zone aims to create awareness and education about military culture and service members trying to re-acclimate to civilian and college life.

About the Green Zone:

An initiative to support student veterans by designating locations recognized as a “safe place”
Identifies faculty and staff throughout TCSG who are knowledgeable about issues faced by student veterans and the resources available to assist them.
It is not only a Professional Development opportunity but also a way to be supportive of those who have sacrificed for others.
Helps faculty and staff provide supportive services necessary to ensure that veteran students are successful in their academic pursuits, adjust to the campus environment, and eventually transition to civilian employment.

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Acentra Health – Free Student Assistance Program

Through our Student Assistance Program with Acentra Health, you have access to free, 24/7 resources to help you with life’s challenges—big or small. This includes:

Coaching Support for stress, emotional issues, life transitions, and more
Legal Help with family law, wills, and identity theft
Financial Consultation on taxes, debt, and money management
Work-Life Services like childcare, eldercare, pet care, and relocation help
Tess, a 24/7 mental wellness chatbot for managing stress and finding resources

It’s completely free and confidential—anytime you need it.

Visit the Acentra website to get started
Organization ID: gntc1
Call: 866-734-5890
Chat with Tess by texting “Hi” to 442-245-8065 or via the Acentra Connect app.

You can also download the Acentra Connect app to access these services on the go!

Helpful Links:

Contact Josh Hickman for more information.

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