The academic calendar for credit programs is from July 1 through June 30 and is divided into four quarters. Classes begin at 7:45 a.m. and continue until 10 p.m. A student must register for a minimum of 12 credit hours in order to be considered full-time. Students may enroll in certain programs on a part-time basis, both day and evening, and earn credit. Part-time evening courses for credit are normally offered Monday through Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Associate Degree Programs
North Georgia Technical College offers 14 Associate of Applied Science Degrees. In addition to the occupational programs of study, a minimum of 30 quarter hours of general education classes is required.

Diploma Programs
Diploma programs are offered during the day and evening to provide students with entry-level job knowledge and skills. These programs are available on the postsecondary level for both high school graduates and GED recipients.

Technical Certificates of Credit
In addition to occupational diploma and associate degree programs, North Georgia Technical College offers technical certificates of credit (TCC) for certain occupational areas. Credit earned in some of the technical certificate areas may be applied toward a diploma.