Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center

Johnstown, PA
445 Schoolhouse Rd, Johnstown, PA 15904-2998
814-266-6073

Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center (GJCTC) is a public, career and technical education school located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. GJCTC offers over 50 programs in a variety of career and technical areas. Programs are offered at the high school and post-secondary levels and are designed to prepare students for careers in a variety of industries. GJCTC is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

GJCTC was founded in 1966 as the Johnstown Area Vocational-Technical School. The school was created in response to the need for skilled workers in the Johnstown area following the closure of the local steel mills. The school initially offered programs in a variety of trade and technical areas. In the early 1990s, the school began to offer programs in health care and information technology. In recent years, GJCTC has expanded its program offerings to include programs in the culinary arts, cosmetology, and automotive technology.

GJCTC is located on a 40-acre campus in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The campus includes a variety of facilities and resources to support the school's programs. These facilities include classrooms, laboratories, shops, and a library. GJCTC also has a distance learning center and an on-site child care center.

GJCTC enrolls over 1,200 students in its programs. The vast majority of students are from the Johnstown area, but the school also enrolls students from the surrounding counties. GJCTC offers a variety of financial aid options to help students cover the cost of tuition and fees.

GJCTC is committed to preparing students for successful careers. The school offers a variety of services and resources to support students in their career development. These services include career counseling, job placement assistance, and internship opportunities. GJCTC also partners with a number of local businesses and organizations to provide students with real-world experience.

Quick Facts

Enrollment: 159

Type: Public, less-than 2-year

Main Website: https://www.gjctc.org/

Financial Aid: https://www.gjctc.org/