“Gretna Career College allowed me to develop the skills I needed to obtain a job.  Also, upon graduation my success sent a message to my children, that it’s never too late to do anything all you need is the desire to want it.”

Javon McKinney

Class of 2003 

Admissions?
Financial Aid?
What are the class schedules?
How big are the classes?
Do you have tutoring available?
Do students receive career placement assistance upon graduation?
What are GCC’s approvals and affiliations?
What are the benefits in attending Gretna Career College?

What are the class schedules?

We offer both day and night classes. (back to F.A.Q.)

How big are the classes?

Class size is limited to ensure individual instruction. (back to F.A.Q.)

Do you have tutoring available?

Tutoring is available upon request. (back to F.A.Q.)

Do students receive career placement assistance upon graduation?

We are proud of our career development department and the vast number of career opportunities awaiting our graduates.

Career development is a vital part of Gretna Career College. Job placement is how GCC measures success for both its students and itself. Career planning begins with the onset of training. From the time a student enrolls at GCC, the primary emphasis is on employability and success in the workplace. The nature of each program is to simulate the work environment, to provide hands on skills training to industry standards, and to develop job readiness skills. Since building your career is a team effort involving both you and the Career Services Office, Gretna Career College cannot guarantee employment. The college provides a full array of career development and placement services.

• Orientation--During orientation students become acquainted with career opportunities and employer expectations. Students discuss program objectives, career goals and aspirations with faculty and staff. Orientation enables the students to reaffirm their commitment to obtain a quality career education by partnering with Gretna Career College.
• Effective Resume Writing Techniques--Proper resume development is the initial step in conducting a well-planned job search. Students will construct resumes that demonstrate newly acquired skills, experience, and expertise in their chosen career path. The Career Services Office will present a resume writing workshop during your time at GCC.
• Effective Interviewing Techniques--Interviewing techniques include making a positive first impression and building on that impression. The confidence students develop during GCC's career training will be projected during the interviews with employers. The Career Services Office offers individualized sessions on interview training.
• Interview Opportunities—Gretna Career College will assist with employment contacts during their final phase of professional training. Many of our graduates obtain employment upon completion of their program. The positions students and graduates receive are often not advertised publicly but rather through job leads obtained by the Career Services Office.
• Externships—(when applicable) This career transition phase of the program allows students to begin using their newly acquired skills on the job, while still within the framework of the academic environment. The extern phase combines work experience with support services during this critical and challenging time. The Career Services Office generates extern sites by networking with local employers and with leads provided by program instructors and students alike. Many graduates are hired by their extern sites.
• Career-Long Placement--Placement assistance is always available to alumni even after working in the industry.

Career preparation is provided throughout the duration of your training by instructors, the student advisor and the career development coordinator. This team will help you with your detailed job search during the last phase of your program. Companies are looking for serious employees. GCC graduates are prepared to meet the challenges of the workplace.

Since building your career is a team effort involving both you and the Career Services Office, Gretna Career College cannot guarantee employment. (back to F.A.Q.)

What are GCC’s approvals and affiliations?

GCC is licensed through the State of Louisiana Board of Regents and adheres to the guidelines of the Louisiana Proprietary School Commission.

Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Education and Training

Louisiana Rehabilitation Services

State of Louisiana Department of Health & Hospitals, Health Standards Section (Louisiana Nurse Aide Registry)

Louisiana Workforce Investment Act Program

Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance

National Center for Competency Testing

United States Department of Education

Gretna Career College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT)

What are the benefits in attending Gretna Career College?

Small class sizes and instructors that care about YOU!

Curriculums developed to industry standards that allow our students to attend the classes that pertain to their careers.

Hands-on training, learn by doing.

Financial assistance, career development assistance, instructional assistance, and personal attention are provided to all GCC students.

We provide a variety of educational programs that offer Associate in Occupational Studies, Diplomas and Certificates. (back to F.A.Q.)

Admissions

How to start?

The admission process starts with a prospective student calling the college. Each prospective student is then invited to the College and given an individual tour. During the visit, the Admissions Representative finds out the person's career needs and desires. 

The Representative presents information on the chosen career. Non-high school graduates who have the ability to benefit from the College's career courses are encouraged to apply. After the admissions interview, the student will initiate the enrollment process and fill out the necessary paperwork.

Students wishing to apply for financial aid will have an appointment with the campus Financial Aid Officer after completing the admissions process for the College. Each student will be provided with a copy of his or her application and financial aid package.

Students will be notified of their acceptance as soon as possible after submitting the application. (back to F.A.Q.)

Financial Aid

You don't have to be disadvantaged to receive financial assistance!

Whether a student is eligible for assistance, and how much, is determined by the need of the particular student. Each student is different. The College makes an evaluation of the individual, privately and impartially, assisting each and every student. Financial Aid program guidelines are set by the United States Department of Education. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. Gretna Career College participates in the following programs:

Federal Pell Grants
This is a "grant" from the Federal Government that does not need to be repaid. Eligibility for this grant is determined by the student's "financial need."

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)
Another type of grant that does not need to be repaid. The amount of this grant is also determined by the student's "financial need."