Consumer Information and Public Disclosures

This website is an online information exchange service for use by Guilford Technical Community College (hereafter known as “GTCC”), its employees, and the general public. You shall not post, publish, transmit, reproduce, distribute, or in any way use or exploit any Information for commercial purposes or otherwise use the Information in a manner that is inconsistent with these rules and regulations.

In connection with the use of this website, you shall abide by all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including those pertaining to areas such as libel, slander, defamation, trade libel, product disparagement, harassment, invasion of privacy, tort, obscenity, indecency, and copyright or trademark infringement (“Applicable Law”) and all policies and procedures of GTCC. The Information available on this website may include intellectual property that is protected under the copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws of the United States and/or other countries (“Intellectual Property Laws”). Such Intellectual Property Laws generally prohibit the unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or exhibition of all text, photographic and graphic (art and electronic) images, music, sound samplings, and other protected materials. The violation of applicable Intellectual Property Laws may give rise to civil and/or criminal penalties.

You are cautioned that any online communications may not be confidential and that you do not have a reasonable expectation of privacy in any online communications. GTCC employees and agents may, in the course of performing their regular duties, access electronic communications and information for security, technical, or operational purposes. You should be aware that federal postal regulations do not protect electronic mail and that GTCC may disclose any communications to the extent permitted or required by law.

You are responsible for the content of any Information you put on or post to this website. GTCC has no obligation to and does not in the normal course monitor or control any Information that is or becomes available on this website. GTCC reserves the right to review any Information that is or becomes available on this website. GTCC reserves the right to refuse to post or to remove any Information that is, in GTCC’s sole discretion, unacceptable, undesirable, or in violation of these terms, GTCC policies or procedures, or Applicable Law. However, GTCC has no obligation to exercise such reservation of rights by GTCC.

THIS WEBSITE  IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. GTCC DOES NOT WARRANT THAT ANY INFORMATION IS COMPLETE OR ACCURATE, THAT THIS WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE, OR THAT ANY INFORMATION IS FREE OF ROGUE PROGRAMMING.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, SHALL GTCC BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT MAY RESULT FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS WEBSITE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION USE OF OR RELIANCE ON INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON THIS WEBSITE, INTERRUPTIONS, ERRORS, DEFECTS, MISTAKES, OMISSIONS, DELETIONS OF FILES, DELAYS IN OPERATION OR TRANSMISSION, NONDELIVERY OF INFORMATION, DISCLOSURE OF COMMUNICATIONS, OR ANY OTHER FAILURE OF PERFORMANCE.

BY ACCESSING THIS WEBSITE, YOU HEREBY RELEASE AND WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS AND/OR LIABILITY AGAINST GTCC ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THIS WEBSITE. YOU ALSO AGREE TO DEFEND, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS, GTCC FROM AND AGAINST, ANY AND ALL CLAIMS OR LIABILITY, INCLUDING COSTS AND ATTORNEYS FEES, ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THIS WEBSITE OR FAILURE TO ABIDE BY THESE TERMS, ANY GTCC POLICY,  AND/OR APPLICABLE LAW.

These rules may be modified by GTCC from time to time, and such modifications will be binding on you when posted to this website.

GTCC reserves the right to modify the information contained in this site at any time without notice. While GTCC makes all reasonable efforts to ensure that all material on this site is correct, accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and GTCC does not assume any responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or authenticity of any information contained in this site.

This site and all information and materials contained herein are provided to you “as is” without warranty of any kind. This site may contain hypertext links to other World Wide Web sites which are completely independent of this site. GTCC makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, or authenticity of the information contained in any such hypertext link, and any hypertext link to another person or entity shall not in any manner be construed as an endorsement by GTCC of such person’s or entity’s World Wide Web site, products or services. Your linking to any other off-site pages or other sites is at your own risk.

Your confidential use of this site cannot be guaranteed by GTCC. GTCC shall not be responsible for any harm that you or any person may suffer as a result of a breach of confidentiality in respect to your use of this site or any information you transmitted to this site.

You can visit GTCC’s website to access education/training service information or use our online tools (online courses, etc.) without telling us who you are and without revealing any personal information. The only information we collect and store during normal website usage is the website that referred you to us, the pages you requested, and the date and time of those requests. We use this information to generate statistics and measure site activity to improve the usefulness of customer visits. During normal website usage, we do not collect or store personally identifiable information such as name, mailing address, email address, phone number, or Social Security number.

There are instances where GTCC requests personally identifiable information to provide the website visitor, a service or correspondence (mailed class schedules and brochures). This information, such as name, mailing address, email address, type of request, and possibly additional information, is collected and stored in a manner appropriate to the nature of the data by GTCC and is used to fulfill your request. GTCC makes every effort to ensure the secure collection and transmission of sensitive user information using industry-accepted data collection and encryption methodologies such as SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and PGP (Pretty Good Privacy). The information you provide is used by GTCC to improve the services we provide you. It is never provided to any other company for that company’s independent use.

Cookies are pieces of information that a website transfers to an individual’s hard drive for record-keeping purposes so that we may track site and user activity. The use of cookies is an industry standard and you will find them on most major websites. By showing how and when visitors use the site, cookies help GTCC to better track which areas of our site are popular and those that are not. Many improvements and updates to the site are based on data such as number of visitors and pages viewed. Most browsers are initially set to accept cookies. If you’d prefer, you can set yours to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, it is possible that some parts of the site will not function properly if you do so.

Types of information collected

We use this information to:

• Better understand how users navigate our website
• Send messages to people who indicate interest in our services

The GTCC website uses the following platforms to collect usage data through unique but not personally identifiable tracking pixels, cookies, and similar technology:

CLIVE

Functional Cookie

Data collection purpose: Personalize the gtcc.edu website based on a user’s browsing activity and information collected from form submissions. This is a first-party cookie, meaning all data is stored within the gtcc.edu web platform and not shared with other platforms. All other entities in this section are third-party platforms, meaning data is shared with and stored on platforms outside of GTCC's control.

GOOGLE ANALYTICS

Analytics Cookie

Data collection purpose: Identify ways to improve the gtcc.edu experience based on user activity

Opt-out: https://adssettings.google.com/

MICROSOFT CLARITY

Analytics Cookie

Data collection purpose: Identify ways to improve the gtcc.edu experience based on user activity

Opt-out: https://optout.aboutads.info/

TVSQUARED

Analytics Cookie

Data collection purpose: Identify ways to improve GTCC video advertising approaches based on user activity

Opt-out: https://collector.tvsquared.com/optout.php

GOOGLE ADS

Marketing Cookie

Data collection purpose: Run future ads on Google properties and the broader Internet to relevant audiences based on certain user activity

Opt-out: https://adssettings.google.com/

META ADS

Marketing Cookie

Data collection purpose: Run future ads on Facebook and Instagram to relevant audiences based on certain user activity

Opt-out: https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences/ad_settings

TWITTER ADS

Marketing Cookie

Data collection purpose: Run future ads on Twitter to relevant audiences based on certain user activity

Opt-out: https://help.twitter.com/en/safety-and-security/privacy-controls-for-tailored-ads

BRANDCDN

Marketing Cookie

Data collection purpose: Run future ads on the Internet to relevant audiences based on certain user activity

Opt-out: http://tag.brandcdn.com/privacy

SIMPLI.FI

Marketing Cookie

Data collection purpose: Run future ads on the Internet to relevant audiences based on certain user activity

Opt-out: http://optout.simpli.fi/opt-out

THE TRADE DESK

Marketing Cookie

Data collection purpose: Run future ads on the Internet to relevant audiences based on certain user activity

Opt-out: https://www.adsrvr.org/

Blanket opt-out pages

• https://thenai.org/opt-out/
• https://youradchoices.com/control
• DAA App Choices App (iOS & Android)
• TRUSTe mobile app (iOS)

The information on this website is protected by copyright. You may only use the information, text, or graphics contained in this site for your personal use and may not reproduce, adapt, or publish it, in whole or in part, for any purpose without the express written consent of GTCC. The GTCC logo may not be used, downloaded, copied, or distributed in any way.

By using this site, you signify your assent to the GTCC Online Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use this site. We reserve the right to change GTCC’s Online Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice or consent.

Guilford Technical Community College (the “College”) may establish official College social media networking sites to facilitate information sharing and collaboration. Social media communications tools may be used for official College business such as marketing to potential students; communicating with prospective and current students, alumni, and employees; educating the public about the College and its mission, programs, and events; and for emergency communications. The Director of Marketing and Public Information shall coordinate with the Chief Information Officer to establish and maintain appropriate College procedures governing the use of social media by College employees, independent contractors, and students (collectively, “College Community Members”) and shall ensure that these procedures are readily accessible by such College Community Members.

1. Establishment of Social Media Accounts on Behalf of the College
   The Marketing Department will establish and maintain the College’s official social media sites. Any College Community Member who wishes to create a social media account on behalf of the College or use any established GTCC-owned social media accounts must be approved and trained. To obtain approval and training, contact the Director of Marketing or the Public Information Officer. Establishment of social media sites must follow these steps:
   1. College employees may request a social media account by filling out the Social MediaApplication and Social Media Checklist documents. Submit all paperwork to the Director of Marketing and the Public Information Officer for review.
   2. College Community Members who are approved to use a College social media account will be required to successfully complete Social Media Training through the Office of Marketing and Public Information before full authorization is granted.
   3. All new, registered accounts will undergo a 60-day trial period in which the Office of Marketing and Public Information will monitor the account to ensure that the account is active, content is current and posted regularly, and adheres to the College’s Social Media Best Practices (located on the College’s Marketing and Public Information web page), as well as the Social Media Policy and Procedures. The Office of Marketing and Public Information may periodically monitor the account following the trial period to ensure compliance with this policy.
   4. The Office of Marketing and Public Information reserves the right to delete, unpublish, or deactivate an officially recognized GTCC social networking site if: the site has been inactive for more than 180 days (including the 60-day trial period); or if the account’s administrator does not adhere to the social media guidelines, policies, and procedures.
   5. Any employee who creates a social media account on behalf of the College without prior approval from the Office of Marketing and Public Information will be required to terminate the account immediately. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action.
   6. If an administrator of a college social media account ceases employment with the College, it is that employee’s responsibility to notify the Director of Marketing or Public Information Officer of this change so he or she can be the event that an administrator has been terminated from their position, it is the responsibility of the Director of Human Resources to notify the Director of Marketing, Public Information Officer and Webmaster.
   7. When student organizations use college‐sponsored social media for communication, the employee administrator of said account will be responsible for monitoring the account on a daily basis to comply with this policy.
   8. College Community Members are personally and solely responsible for any legal liability arising from or relating to their use of social networking services and sites in violation of this policy. Each College Community Member agrees to release the College from liability and also to indemnify the College for any and all claims brought against the College arising from or related to such College Community Member’s violation of this policy.
   9. Any officially recognized GTCC social media account is subject to collection and preservation policies of the state.
   10. Any offers or contests conducted through social media must comply with all applicable laws and be preapproved by both the Director of Marketing and the appropriate vice president.
2. Personal Social Media Sites
   1. Information publicly published on social networking sites by College Community Members shall comply with all existing college policies (See Management Manual policy IV-3.1.1 Student Code of Conduct). Any discussion of confidential college issues is prohibited.
   2. Social media activities shall not interfere with a College Community Member’s work commitments. Community College Members should access personal social networking sites and services on non‐working time with their own personal computing equipment and should do so in a responsible and professional manner.
   3. Because use of the College’s official logos or graphics can create the impression that the College officially sanctions the communication, College Community Members may not use the College’s official logos or graphics without the prior written consent of the Director of Marketing and Public Information.
   4. College Community Members should not claim or imply that they are speaking on behalf of the College unless they have received express authority from the College’s senior administration to be a spokesperson for the College.
   5. Information posted on personal social media sites that identifies an affiliation with the College should include a disclaimer like “the views expressed are mine alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of GTCC."
3. Social Media in the Classroom
   1. If using social media as an educational tool in the classroom, faculty must clearly identify how the medium will be used and what will be required.
   2. Students and/or parents must have the option to opt out and an alternative must be provided for students who may not be comfortable creating a social media account. It is the responsibility of the faculty to provide a consent form that includes an opt-out option for students.
   3. If a student is under 18, parental consent will need to be obtained for a student to create a social media account.
   4. Social media accounts used as an educational tool must be authorized in advance by a division chair before applying for an officially recognized GTCC social media account through the Office of Marketing and Public Information.

Adopted 02/16/2012
Revised 03/13/2017

Guilford Technical Community College is committed to inclusion for all members of our community and making our programs, services, and activities usable, whatever your abilities or needs.

As a public institution of higher education, GTCC receives federal assistance and is legally bound to prohibit discrimination in the recruiting, admissions, and education of persons with disabilities.

GTCC strives to provide an accessible environment that promotes learning and personal growth. For questions about GTCC’s commitment to inclusion or for questions about obstacles you may have encountered, please contact us by completing the form on the Accessibility Statement page.

Users of the Guilford Technical Community College network are prohibited from using Peer-To-Peer (P2P) programs. In addition, sharing of copyright material through this or any other technology is strictly prohibited, including network file sharing, web applications, or any other means.

Summary of penalties for violation of federal copyright laws

Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement.

Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or "statutory" damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For "willful" infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys' fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505.

Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense.

For more information, please see the Web site of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov, especially their FAQ's at www.copyright.gov/help/faq.

From the GTCC Management Manual and College Wide Rules and Procedures:

Use of Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Networking Software

Users of the Guilford Technical Community College network are strictly prohibited from using P2P programs. Examples of P2P software include, KaZaA, Gnutella, BitTorrent, Audioglaxay, Morpheus, and eDonkey, among others. In addition, sharing of copyright material through this or any other technology is strictly prohibited, including network file sharing, web applications, or any other means. GTCC reserves the right to monitor all devices attached to the college network. In the event an employee, student, or other authorized user of the college network violates this rule, the following shall occur:

1. An initial offense will result in a formal email communication being sent to the user and their supervisor, notifying them of the infringement and giving the steps to remedy the situation. If the P2P file-sharing application is located on a college computer, ITS staff will uninstall the application. If the P2P file sharing occurs on a privately owned computer, the owner shall immediately uninstall the application at personal expense. Failure to do so shall result in revocation of all college network and computer use privileges.

1. A repeat offense shall result in disciplinary action in accordance with Management Manual policies IV-3.1.1 Student Code of Conduct and V-2.1.2 Performance Improvement and Disciplinary Action Including Termination. In addition, regardless of college actions, the individual bears the liability of copyright infringement and may face civil or criminal actions.

1. This rule applies to, but is not limited to, desktop computers, laptop computers, tablets, file/ftp/tftp/proxy servers, or any other network-attached equipment.

1. This rule shall be administered in conjunction with the following related Management Manual college policies:

II-1.1 Information Security and Confidentiality

II-2.1.2 Internet Acceptable Use

II-2.1.6 Intellectual Property

II-2.1.7 Copyright

Adopted 06/07/2010
Revised 02/20/2017

Please review the GTCC Catalog for transfer credit information. Also, see the list of course equivalencies for transfer course comparisons.

Enrollment in a study abroad program approved for credit by Guilford Technical Community College (home institution) may be considered enrollment at Guilford Tech for the purpose of applying for assistance under Title IV.

Students at Guilford Technical Community College are not required to provide documentation of immunizations for admission to the college, however, documentation is required in specific programs.

• All students enrolled in curriculum Allied Health programs and Workforce Continuing Education health care courses in which clinical procedures are performed must provide documentation of required immunizations and tuberculosis screenings.
• All F-1 students must complete the Medical Examination form documenting immunization history before enrolling.

GTCC is committed to making sure students are civically minded and strives to ensure students are afforded every opportunity to become involved in local, regional, statewide and national elections through voter registration.

North Carolina State Board of Elections voter information

• Voter registration deadline and how to register
• Voting and coronavirus concerns
• Absentee and early voting details, sample ballots
• Guide for college students voting

Guilford County Board of Elections information

• General information
• Register to vote

Other voting resources

• League of Women Voters of North Carolina
• Vote411
• 866-Our-Vote
• U.S. Department of Justice voting rights hotline: 800-253-3931

Guilford Technical Community College, as a participant in federal loan programs, is required to have a code of conduct relating to student financial aid matters that is applicable to the College’s agents and employees. The code of conduct requirements are set forth in the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) signed into law on Aug. 14, 2008. In addition, the law includes requirements related to the publication of the code and annual disclosures. Read the GTCC Code of Conduct Policy Statement.