Central Texas College

Programs and Services Offered at Fort Hood Campus

Online Courses & CD Rom Courses*

Online courses are offered year-round. CD Rom courses are designed for students located outside the state of Texas and are self-paced. The courses are between 8 and 16 weeks long. Students can complete degree programs online or combine online courses with classroom courses. The courses are available to active duty, retired military and civilians. CTC is one of the major eArmyU partners. For more information, visit our website at http://online.ctcd.edu.

NCO LEAD Program*

All management courses are offered on a weekly basis during duty hours to active duty military of rank SPC (P) or above. All courses are worth one semester hour each. A supervision management certificate (basic & advanced) is available. To view the most recent NCO LEAD schedule, visit the Education Services website at http://esd.hood.army.mil/ncotoc.htm or contact the NCO LEAD Office at (254) 532-1505.

Computer Skills Program*

This program consists of 14 computer skills courses worth 1 credit hour each. Most courses are taught during duty hours and are available to active duty military, civilian employees and volunteers on Fort Hood. A Microcomputer Specialist certificate is available to active duty military. For more information, contact the NCO LEAD Office at (254) 532-1505.

BSEP Program*

This program consists of instruction in reading and/or math to improve the soldier's academic foundation and GT score to qualify for reclassification. It is an open entry/exit program and classes are taught during duty hours. For more information, contact the BSEP Office at (254) 287-9674.

College Prep Program*

This program consists of English and math classes designed to assist students in preparation for entrance examinations, such as the ASSET or SAT. The courses are taught in an 8-week format during the evenings and are available to active duty, retired military and family members. For more information, contact the BSEP Office at (254) 287-9674.

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Hospitality Programs*

Certificate and degree programs are offered in the Hospitality Management field that prepare students for a career in the food services industry. All courses are taught in an 8-week format and are available to active duty, retired military and civilians. Each course is worth 3 semester hours. See the Central Texas College Fort Hood schedule for availability of classes. For more information, contact Hospitality Programs at (254) 526-1912.

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Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator*

The courses to become an MCSA are offered through New Horizons in an 18-week time frame in the evenings. They are available to active duty, retired military and civilians. The complete program is worth 18 semester hours. Students have classroom instruction as well as courseware review time. The program is also available via iPod. For more information contact Student Services at (254) 526-1917.

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Multi-Use Learning Facilities

These facilities are available for computer use, test preparation, tutoring services and other education-related research. The centers are available to active duty, retired military, and civilians. Centers are located on post in buildings 3201 and 33009. For more information, contact the ALC at (254) 288-3121 (Bldg. 3201) or (254) 287-5873 (Bldg. 33009).

MOS Library

The MOS library is located in building 33009 and offers active duty soldiers the use of field manuals, military online publications, as well as computer use. For more information, contact the MOS Library at (254) 285-5702.

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Troop Schools - Military Skills Enhancement Program

These courses are offered to active duty military and provide military skills enhancement for MOS improvement, job performance, and technical certification. For more information, contact the Troop School Office at (254) 287-4191.

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Testing Services

The ASSET Test and the Placement Test are given to active duty, retired military, and civilians. Active duty soldiers can take the test free of charge at the Education Services Center. Please contact Harmon Hunter at (254) 290-0701 for more information. The ASSET test is available to civilians and retirees for a $20.00 fee at the Fort Hood CTC location. For more information, contact Student Services at (254) 526-1917.

CTC FORT HOOD STUDENTS: (MILITARY ONLY)

COLLEGE-LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM
- CLEP - 35 TEST SUBJECTS Information Website: www.collegeboard.com/clep
- DSST - 37 TEST SUBJECTS Information Website: www.getcollegecredit.com
- Scheduled Testing: TUESDAY & THURSDAY (see counselor)
  Sessions at 7:15 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.
- Computer-based exams allow people who have acquired knowledge outside the usual educational setting-through independent or prior study, on the job training, or cultural pursuits-to show that they have learned college-level material so that they can bypass certain college courses.

COLLEGE-LEVEL PLACEMENT EXAM - ASSET (MILITARY)
- Scheduled Testing: WEDNESDAY (see counselor)
- Sessions at 7:15 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.
- Location: Fort Hood Soldier Development Center Bldg 33009, Room D-212.

CTC FORT HOOD CIVILIAN & RETIREE STUDENTS:

DURING FT. HOOD CAMPUS REGISTRATION, entrance testing is held weekdays at 7:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. daily, beginning the Wednesday prior to registration and continuing through Registration. During non-registration periods, entrance testing is offered every Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. (EXCEPT - Jan. 21, May 26, Sept. 1, 08). PHOTO ID AND RECEIPT FOR $20.00 REQUIRED. TEST LASTS 3 ½ HOURS.<Top>

Service Area Campus

The CTC Service Area Campus provides college credit and noncredit classes to the citizens of Central Texas in the following counties: Bell, Burnet, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas, Llano, Mason, McCulloch, Mills, San Saba and Williamson. These classes are offered on a semester basis. CTC Community Coordinators are located in Brady, Burnet, Gatesville, Hamilton, Lampasas and San Saba. CTC Community Coordinators can assist you with testing, financial aid, registration and other college-related activities. Please contact your CTC Community Coordinator for an appointment. For more information see our Service Area Campus schedules at http://www.ctcd.edu/schedbul.htm.

* For these programs/services offered, active duty soldiers should meet with their Education Services Counselor located in the Soldier Development Center, building 33009, Battalion Avenue and 74th Street, to obtain the appropriate tuition assistance form/permission to enroll form. <Top>