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Welcome to the HCC Technical Center!
The Highland Community College Technical Center is located in Atchison, 30 minutes south of Highland. Transportation to the Technical Center from the Highland campus is provided each weekday. The Tech Center offers the opportunity to expand your horizons and marketability in the technical field you enjoy, in two years or fewer. The programs offered are top-notch and cutting edge, the instructors are in-tune with the current demands of the marketplace, and the courses are hands-on.
Technical programs include:
- Allied Health (CNA, CMA & EMT)
- Automotive Technology
- Automotive Collision & Refinishing
- Business Technology
- Computer Support Specialist
- Construction Technology
- Diesel Technology
- Early Childhood
- Electrical Technology
- Engineering Graphics & Technologies
- HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning)
- LPN to RN Completion Program
- Medical Assistant
- Practical Nursing
- Precision Agriculture
- Welding Technology
Important Information:
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Calendar 2024 - 2025 (updated 7/29/2024)
HCC Technical Center Location - Tech Center (primary location) - 1501 W. Riley, Atchison
- Building G - Diesel Technology
- Building F - Computer Support, Medical Assistant, Practical Nursing, and LPN to RN
- Building D - Auto Technology and Precision Agriculture
- Building C - Auto Collision & Refinishing
- Building B - HCCTC Office, Coffee Shop, and Students Union/Conference Room
- Building A - Business Technology, Early Childhood, and Engineering Graphics.
- Construction Trades Building - 2603 Industry Street
- Construction, HVAC, and Welding Technology
- Electrical Tech Building - 17349 Country Club Rd.
- Electrical Technology
Program Recommended Tools List
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Transportation: Auto Collision, Auto Tech and Diesel
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Construction: Construction, Electrical, HVAC, and Welding
Program Requirements for Clinicals and Observations
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Early Childhood students need to complete a health assessment. When completing the form please leave Child Care Facilty name & address blank.
Quick Links for Students:
- Important Policies and Forms:
- HCC Student Handbook
- Check out the Career Placement and Student Employment page
- All Students need to complete the Tuberculosis Screening Questionnaire
- Disabilities Self-Identification online form
- Parking Permit
- Transcript Request
- Digital Brochure
- Schedule WorkKeys Testing - WorkKeys is required for entrance into all technical programs. Students must meet required levels for graduation.
- Access News at HCC and HCC Technical Center locations:
- Technical Center Weather Cancellations - In the case of stormy weather, check the following for college closings:
- HCC RAVE Text Alerts and Rave Sign-Up Instructions or
- tune into KMBC Channel 9, Fox Channel 4, KQTV Channel 2, WIBW Channel 13, or KAIR Radio (93.7 FM/1471 AM)
- Our cancellations will be listed as “Highland Community College Technical Center." Decisions for evening classes may not be made until after 4 pm.
- Technical Center Weather Cancellations - In the case of stormy weather, check the following for college closings:
- Additional Resources:
Accelerating Opportunity Kansas (AO-K)
Open Enrollment for Accelerating Opportunities, AO-K Programs at HCCTC. Highland Community College Technical Center is part of a National Initiative called Accelerating Opportunity. The AO-K program provides an opportunity for adults to gain new skills for high demand high wage jobs. With education and credentials beyond high school, students have better options in today’s economy. Students can choose from a variety of certificate programs with the possibility of working towards an associate degree.
Who can benefit? Students with no high school diploma/GED and students interested in improving basic skills. The program also serves adults with families and people who haven’t been in school in years. AO-K helps students improve basic skills in reading, math, and writing....even if they didn’t finish high school or complete their GED! With a blend of hands-on skills with academic support, students will gain the skills and credentials necessary to start a new career.
HCCTC Career Pathways:
The program is a combination of hands-on learning and academic support. Below is a list of approved AO-K programs offered at HCCTC:
- Healthcare Occupations- includes Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Certified Medication Assistant (CMA), and Practical Nursing (LPN)
- Computer Support Technology
- Electrical Technology
- HVAC
- Industrial Welding Technology
- Medical Office Assistant
For additional information contact Mary Johanning at 785-442-6205.
Contact Us: HCC Technical Center
Amy DuLac, Technical Center Director
1501 West Riley Street, Atchison, KS 66002
hcctc@highlandcc.edu
Phone: (785) 442-6180
Fax: (785) 442-6239
