Georgia Highlands College
Trade Schools and Apprenticeships in Georgia / Georgia Highlands College
Georgia Highlands College – Rome, GA
Program Information
Georgia Highlands College provides a variety of trade programs in automotive, welding, HVAC, electrical technology, and plumbing. The automotive program prepares students for careers in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance, with a focus on modern automotive technology. Welding students receive hands-on training in multiple welding techniques including MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, giving them the skills needed to work in construction, manufacturing, and metalworking. HVAC students are taught to install, maintain, and repair heating and cooling systems in both residential and commercial applications. Electrical technology students are trained to work with electrical systems, learning to install and troubleshoot wiring systems in homes, businesses, and industrial environments. The plumbing program at Georgia Highlands College teaches students how to install and maintain plumbing systems, with a focus on both residential and commercial plumbing jobs.
Program Length
Program length generally ranges from 1 to 2 years, depending on the field.
Program Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of an application
- Basic math and technical skills