Drug and Alcohol Abuse and Prevention

Notice to Guilford Technical Community College Students

The Drug Free Schools and Campuses Regulations (34 CFR Part 86) of the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA) require institutions of higher learning to certify it has implemented programs to prevent the abuse of alcohol and use or distribution of illicit drugs by students and employees on its premises and as a part of any of its activities.

Guilford Technical Community College is committed to providing a drug and alcohol-free environment for its employees and students. GTCC expressly prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of narcotics, drugs, other controlled substances and the use of alcohol on its premises, at its workplace, and in the educational setting.

To ensure compliance with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 the College has established a comprehensive institutional Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program (DAAPP) that provides the following information to the college community:

  • Standards of conduct related to drugs and alcohol for students and employees.
  • Disciplinary and legal sanctions pertaining to the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol.
  • A description of health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol.
  • A description of available drug or alcohol counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation or re- entry programs for students and employees
  • A Biennial Review of its DAAPP to determine its effectiveness, implement needed changes, and ensure that disciplinary sanctions are consistently enforced.

For questions contact: Dr. Ernest Lawson Director of Counseling and Disability Access Services, DAAPP Program Committee Chair, 336.334.4822 ext. 50323 or elawson@gtcc.edu

Additional resource links and information sources include:
insightnc.org
smartrecovery.org

In Greensboro:

  • Alcoholics Anonymous Hotline call: 336-854-4278 or Email: help@nc23.org or info@aagreensboronc.com for additional assistance.
  • Alcohol & Drug Services (ADS) call: 855-801-9817 and press "0" or Local No. call: 336-333-6860 or visit their website: www.adsyes.org or Email: counselor@adsyes.org for additional assistance.
  • Kellin Foundation call: 336-429-5600
  • Cone Behavioral Health Hospital call: Inpatient 336-832-9700/Outpatient 336-832-9800
  • Guilford County Behavioral Health Center call: 336-890-2700
  • Monarch call: 336-676-6840 or 866-272-7826 or visit their website: www.monarchnc.org or Email: referral@monarchnc.org for additional assistance.
  • Therapeutic Alternative Mobile Crisis call: 877-626-1772
  • Narcotics Anonymous call: 866-375-1272 or Email: info@greensborona.org for assistance.

In High Point:

  • Alcohol & Drug Services (ADS) call: 336-882-2125 or 855-801-9817 or visit their website: www.adsyes.org or Email: jbutler@adsyes.org for additional assistance.
  • Alcoholics Anonymous Hotline call: 336-885-8520
  • Mental Health Associates of the Triad call: 336-883-7480 or Email: information@mha-triad.org for additional assistance.