The Counseling Center, a division of the Academic Support Center, offers a variety of counseling services to potential students and to currently-enrolled students at VTC. Services are designed to help students succeed in college, in the workforce and in life in general.

Individuals may be self-referred or may be referred by instructors or other VTC staff. Appointments are recommended, but every effort will be made to accommodate walk-ins. Students or staff may contact the Admissions office at (229) 333-2100 or visit in person to arrange for counseling services. You also may call (229) 249-4821 to speak directly with a counselor.

Career Counseling
Career Testing
Academic Counseling
Attendance Counseling
Personal Counseling
Substance Abuse Counseling
Non-Traditional Career Paths
Tutoring Services
Services for Students with Disabilities

Career Counseling
Career Counseling is available to any potential or current student who is unsure of his or her program choice. General information is obtained from the student (e.g. educational background, personal interests and preferences, etc.) to assist in the guidance process. Program options are explained. The counselor provides information regarding the application process, along with information regarding financial aid. While the counselor will offer direction, the final program decision is up to the student.

Career Testing
Career Testing is offered free of charge as a part of general career counseling. Career Scope, an interest and aptitude test, is the primary tool used to assist the counselor and student in choosing a career path best suited to the individual. After the test is given, the student meets with the counselor to review the results of the test and make an appropriate program choice. Appointments for career testing may be made through the Counseling Center.

Academic Counseling
Academic Counseling is provided to students experiencing difficulty in their coursework. Students may be self-referred or may be referred by instructors to determine if their current course of study is suited to them or if a change of program would be in their best interest.

Attendance Counseling
Attendance Counseling is available for students having difficulty attending class on a regular basis. Students with excessive absences may need assistance with transportation, personal problems or finances. Counselors attempt to determine the source of the problem and propose possible solutions to attendance problems.

Personal Counseling
Personal Counseling is offered to any student with personal, relationship, or family problems. Counseling in this area is limited, and counselors may refer the student for in-depth personal counseling to an outside agency when deemed necessary.

Substance Abuse Counseling
Substance Abuse Counseling is provided on a limited basis; counselors may refer students to outside agencies for assistance. VTC provides regular seminars and information on alcohol and drug abuse to all students, faculty and staff.

Non-Traditional Career Paths
Non-Traditional Career Paths are explored with potential and current students during the career counseling process. Non-traditional careers are those traditionally dominated by persons of the opposite sex. Non-traditional options may provide greater career and earning opportunities to students, both male and female.

Tutoring Services
Tutoring Services are provided free of charge to students experiencing difficulty in learning support, core or entry level occupational courses. Tutoring services may be requested by completing a Request for Tutoring Assistance form. Forms are available at the Customer Service Center located in Building 100, Room 117. Please refer to Tutoring Resources for additional information.

Services for Students with Disabilities
Students with documented disabilities may be eligible for special accommodations to assist them in meeting their personal, educational and career goals. The Special Needs Coordinator is available to provide services that maximize each student’s opportunity for success. These services may include but are not limited to providing special equipment and support, testing and evaluation with reasonable accommodations, agency referrals, architectural accessibility and individual accommodation planning. Students wishing to disclose a disability and request reasonable special accomodations should contact the Special Populations Coordinator, Kay Morris, at (229) 333-5368 or by email at lmorris@valdostatech.edu. For diagnostic and documentation requirements, please click here.

The counseling staff at Valdosta Technical College is eager to assist you in any way possible to help ensure that your college experience is a pleasant and productive one. We want you to be successful in your college courses and to make the best decisions regarding your career choices. Let us help!