# McDowell Technical Community College > A public community college in Marion, North Carolina, offering affordable degree programs, workforce development, and continuing education to McDowell County and surrounding communities. McDowell Technical Community College (MTCC) provides access to student-centered, high-quality, lifelong learning opportunities that promote workforce development. Programs span associate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and continuing education across healthcare, business, technology, trades, the arts, and public safety. Phone: 828-652-6021 Website: https://mcdowelltech.edu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mcdowelltech/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcdowelltechcc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkGGokTK3RYJ9eEFQT1-7Zg --- ## About MTCC - [Mission, Values & Goals](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mission-values-goals): Institutional mission, vision, and strategic goals - [History](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-history): The history of McDowell Technical Community College - [President's Message](https://mcdowelltech.edu/president-message): Message from MTCC President Dr. James "JW" Kelley - [Administration](https://mcdowelltech.edu/administration): College leadership and administrative structure - [Board of Trustees](https://mcdowelltech.edu/board-of-trustees): Governing board, policy manual, and meeting minutes archive - [School Profile](https://mcdowelltech.edu/school-profile): Institutional profile and key statistics - [Fact Book](https://mcdowelltech.edu/fact-book): Annual institutional data and performance metrics - [Safety & Security](https://mcdowelltech.edu/safety-and-security): Campus safety information - [Contact](https://mcdowelltech.edu/contact): General contact information and directions - [News](https://mcdowelltech.edu/news): Campus news and announcements ## Admissions - [Apply](https://mcdowelltech.edu/apply): Start the admissions process - [CFNC Application](https://mcdowelltech.edu/cfnc-application): Apply via the College Foundation of North Carolina - [Career & College Promise](https://mcdowelltech.edu/career-college-promise): Free college courses for eligible high school students - [College Agreements](https://mcdowelltech.edu/college-agreements): Articulation and transfer agreements with four-year institutions - [Veterans Services](https://mcdowelltech.edu/veterans-services): Support and benefits for veterans and military-connected students ## Academic Programs - [All Degree Programs](https://mcdowelltech.edu/academic-degree-programs): Full listing of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates - [Class Schedules](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-class-schedules): Current and upcoming course schedules - [Distance Learning](https://mcdowelltech.edu/distance-learning): Online and hybrid course offerings ### Business & Administration - [Accounting & Finance](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-accounting) - [Business Administration](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-business) - [Business Administration: Marketing](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-bus-marketing) - [Business Administration: Operations Management](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-bus-opman) - [Office Administration – General](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-offic-admin-general) - [Office Administration – Finance](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-office-admin-finance) - [Office Administration – Software](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-office-admin-software) ### Arts & Design - [Graphic Design](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-graphic) - [Photographic Technology](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-photographic) ### Education - [Early Childhood Education – Teacher](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-early-childhood-teacher) - [Elementary Education Residency](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-elementary-ed-residency) ### Engineering & Trades - [Engineering](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-engineering) - [HVAC](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-hvac) - [Automotive](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-automotive) - [Construction](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-construction) - [Machining](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-machining) - [Electrical](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-electrical) - [Mechatronics](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-mechatronics) - [Welding](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-welding) ### Healthcare - [Health Sciences](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-health-science) - [Healthcare Management](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-healthcare-management) - [Health Information Technology](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-health-information) - [Associate Degree Nursing](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-nursing-associate) - [Practical Nursing](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-nursing-practical) - [Nurse Aide](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-nurse-aide) ### Information Technology - [Information Systems](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-information-systems) - [Software & Web Development](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-software-web) - [Web Administration & Design](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-web-administration) - [Cyber Crime Technology](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-cyber-crime) ### Public Safety - [Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-blet/) - [Emergency Management](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-emergency-management) - [EMS / Paramedic](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-ems-paramedic) - [911 Communications](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-911) ### College Transfer - [College Transfer – Arts](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-college-transfer-arts) - [College Transfer – Science](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-college-transfer-science) ### Cosmetology - [Cosmetology](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-cosmetology) - [Esthetics](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-cosmetology-esthetics) - [Manicurist](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-cosmetology-manicurist) ## Student Services - [Student Services](https://mcdowelltech.edu/student-services) - [Financial Aid](https://mcdowelltech.edu/financial-aid): Grants, loans, work-study, and eligibility information - [Tuition & Fees](https://mcdowelltech.edu/tuition-and-fees) - [Net Cost Calculator](https://mcdowelltech.edu/net-cost-calculator) - [Payment Options](https://mcdowelltech.edu/payment-options) - [Bookstore](https://mcdowelltech.edu/bookstore) - [Student Care](https://mcdowelltech.edu/student-care) - [Student Orientation](https://mcdowelltech.edu/student-orientation) - [Student Government Association](https://mcdowelltech.edu/student-government-association) - [Clubs & Activities](https://mcdowelltech.edu/clubs-and-activities) - [Kim Ledbetter Food Pantry](https://mcdowelltech.edu/kim-ledbetter-food-pantry) - [Campus Cafe](https://mcdowelltech.edu/campus-cafe) - [Accessibility Services](https://mcdowelltech.edu/accessibility-home) - [Title IX](https://mcdowelltech.edu/title-ix) - [FERPA](https://mcdowelltech.edu/ferpa) ## Library - [Library](https://mcdowelltech.edu/library) - [Research Resources](https://mcdowelltech.edu/library-research) - [Libby – Digital Lending](https://mcdowelltech.edu/library-libby) - [Streaming Services](https://mcdowelltech.edu/library-streaming) - [Library Hours](https://mcdowelltech.edu/library-hours) - [Open Education Resources](https://mcdowelltech.edu/open-education-resources) ## Workforce Development - [Workforce Development](https://mcdowelltech.edu/workforce-development): Gateway to all non-credit workforce programs - [Business & IT](https://mcdowelltech.edu/wdbusiness) - [Construction](https://mcdowelltech.edu/wdconstruction) - [Education](https://mcdowelltech.edu/wdeducation) - [Healthcare](https://mcdowelltech.edu/wdhealthcare) - [Manufacturing](https://mcdowelltech.edu/wdmanufacturing) - [Public Safety](https://mcdowelltech.edu/wdpublicsafety) - [Public Services](https://mcdowelltech.edu/wdpublicservices) - [Customized Industry Training](https://mcdowelltech.edu/customized-industry-training) - [Apprenticeship](https://mcdowelltech.edu/apprenticeship) - [Work-Based Learning](https://mcdowelltech.edu/wbl) - [Job Finder](https://mcdowelltech.edu/job-finder) ## Continuing Education & College & Career Readiness - [Adult High School](https://mcdowelltech.edu/adult-high-school) - [Adult Basic Education](https://mcdowelltech.edu/adult-basic-education) - [HSE (High School Equivalency)](https://mcdowelltech.edu/ccr-hse) - [English as a Second Language](https://mcdowelltech.edu/english-second-language) - [Digital Literacy Classes](https://mcdowelltech.edu/digital-literacy-classes) - [NC Works Career Center](https://mcdowelltech.edu/nc-works-career-center) - [HRD Program](https://mcdowelltech.edu/hrd-home) - [Bienvenido (Spanish-language resources)](https://mcdowelltech.edu/bienvenido) ## Small Business Center - [Small Business Center](https://mcdowelltech.edu/small-business-center): Free business counseling and resources - [SBC Classes](https://mcdowelltech.edu/sbc-classes) - [Business Toolkit](https://mcdowelltech.edu/sbc-business-toolkit) - [Entrepreneurship (GEM)](https://mcdowelltech.edu/sbc-gem) ## Foundation - [MTCC Foundation](https://mcdowelltech.edu/foundation): Nonprofit arm supporting student scholarships and programs - [Ways to Give](https://mcdowelltech.edu/ways-to-give) - [Giving Opportunities](https://mcdowelltech.edu/giving-opportunities) - [Foundation Directors](https://mcdowelltech.edu/foundation-directors) - [Alumni Awards](https://mcdowelltech.edu/alumni-awards) ## Institutional & Accreditation - [Accreditation (SACSCOC)](https://mcdowelltech.edu/sacscoc) - [Quality Enhancement Plan](https://mcdowelltech.edu/quality-enhancement-plan) - [Institutional Effectiveness](https://mcdowelltech.edu/institutional-effectiveness) - [State Performance Measures](https://mcdowelltech.edu/state-performance-measures) - [IPEDS Data](https://mcdowelltech.edu/ipeds) - [Policy Manual](https://mcdowelltech.edu/bot-policy-manual) - [Procedures Manual](https://mcdowelltech.edu/mtcc-procedures-manual) - [Employment Opportunities](https://mcdowelltech.edu/employment-opportunities) - [Print Shop](https://mcdowelltech.edu/print-shop)