Take Ten+ Program
VISION
The Take Ten Program is designed to prepare a competitive workforce in the Gwinnett and North Fulton Communities, the innovative faculty and staff of the Gwinnett Technical College Adult Education Department provide exceptional educational programs that develop 21st Century skills and are responsive to the individual needs of the learner.
Our Take Ten Program gives you options for your future career path!
In just ten to sixteen weeks you can improve your English skills or earn your high school equivalency credential and start training for a career.
Select Your Next Career Title for More Information
Open Enrollment
Introduces the student to the role and responsibilities of the Nurse Aide. Emphasis is placed on understanding and developing critical thinking skills, as well as demonstrating knowledge of the location and function of the human body systems and common disease processes, responding to and reporting changes in a resident’s condition.
Specific topics include: roles and responsibility of the Nurse Aide; communication and interpersonal skills; topography, structure and function of the body systems; injury.
Important:
This 8-week will take place on Monday & Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Tuesday & Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A detailed schedule breakdown will be discussed during the invite-only information session upon successful completion of the TABE Test and pre-registration process.
Schedules are subject to change.
Please complete the Take Ten+ Program Form below in order to be contacted by the IET Dept.
Gwinnett Technical College – Lawrenceville Campus
5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy
Lawrenceville, 30043
For information regarding the Take Ten+ Program, please contact
Yolanda Usry, Director of IET/ Take Ten, Adult Education YUsry@GwinnettTech.edu or 678-226-6369
Open Enrollment
Students will become familiar with all aspects related to blood collection and develop comprehensive skills to perform venipunctures completely and safely. Classroom work includes terminology, anatomy and physiology, blood collection procedures, specimen hands-on practice, and clinical training in skills and techniques to perform puncture methods.
Important:
This 18-week program will take place Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A detailed schedule breakdown will be discussed during the invite-only information session upon successful completion of the TABE Test and pre-registration process.
Please complete the Take Ten+ Program Form below in order to be contacted by the IET Dept.
- Gwinnett Technical College
5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy
Lawrenceville, 30043
For information regarding the Take Ten+ Program, please contact
Yolanda Usry, Director of IET/ Take Ten, Adult Education YUsry@GwinnettTech.edu or 678-226-6369
Open Ernollment
This training covers the fundamentals of welding for manufacturing as required by the metal fabrication industry. The welding training provides extensive hands-on training in:
- MIG (metal inert gas)
These fundamentals prepare you for welding within a manufacturing environment.
Students will also receive training in:
- Electric arc welding safety
This program will help you develop the essential welding skills you need for entry-level welding in a manufacturing setting.
Important:
Take Ten+ is open to eligible High School Equivalency (HSE) seeking students AND English as a Second Language (ESL) students.
Program will restart August 2025.
Classroom trainings will take place Monday – Thursday 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Hands-On Welding trainings will take place Monday – Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
A detailed schedule breakdown will be discussed during the invite-only information session.
Schedules are subject to change.
Please complete the Take Ten+ Program Form below in order to be contacted by the IET Dept.
Gwinnett Technical College – Lawrenceville Campus
5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy
Lawrenceville, 30043
For information regarding the Take Ten+ Program, please contact
Yolanda Usry, Director of IET/ Take Ten, Adult Education YUsry@GwinnettTech.edu or 678-226-6369
Launch your healthcare career with the Take Ten+ Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program at Gwinnett Technical College. This comprehensive workforce training program combines adult education, workforce readiness, and pharmacy technician instruction to prepare students for employment in retail, hospital, and specialty pharmacy settings.
Program Schedule
- Duration: 16 Weeks
- Class Days: Monday through Thursday
- Class Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: Gwinnett Technical College
What You Will Learn
Students will gain knowledge and hands-on skills in:
- Pharmacy operations and workplace expectations
- Medical terminology and pharmacy vocabulary
- Prescription processing and medication management
- Pharmacy laws, regulations, and ethics
- HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality
- Pharmacology fundamentals and drug classifications
- Inventory management and pharmacy technology
- Customer service and professional communication
- Workforce readiness and career preparation skills
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue employment opportunities in:
- Retail Pharmacies
- Hospital Pharmacies
- Long-Term Care Facilities
- Mail-Order Pharmacies
- Specialty Pharmacies
The program prepares students for entry-level pharmacy technician positions and industry-recognized credentialing opportunities.
Skills Employers Value
Throughout the program, students will develop:
Digital literacy and technology skills
Attention to detail
Professional communication skills
Customer service excellence
Administrative and organizational skills
Ethical decision-making
Adaptability and teamwork
Schedules are subject to change.
Please complete the Take Ten+ Program Form below in order to be contacted by the IET Dept.
Gwinnett Technical College – Lawrenceville Campus
5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy
Lawrenceville, 30043
For information regarding the Take Ten+ Program, please contact
Yolanda Usry, Director of IET/ Take Ten, Adult Education YUsry@GwinnettTech.edu or 678-226-6369
Start your career in healthcare administration with the Take Ten+ Medical Billing & Coding Certificate Program at Gwinnett Technical College. This workforce-focused program provides students with the technical, academic, and professional skills needed to work in medical offices, hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, and other healthcare settings. The program integrates adult education, workforce preparation, and occupational training to prepare students for success in the growing field of health information management.
Program Schedule
- Duration: 12 Weeks
- Class Days: Monday through Thursday
- Class Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Location: Gwinnett Technical College
What You Will Learn
Students will develop knowledge and skills in:
- Medical terminology and healthcare vocabulary
- Anatomy and physiology
- Healthcare systems and insurance processes
- ICD-10-CM diagnostic coding
- Medical billing procedures and reimbursement methods
- Electronic health records and documentation
- HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality
- Healthcare compliance, ethics, and legal requirements
- Professional communication and workplace skills
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue entry-level positions such as:
- Medical Billing Specialist
- Medical Coding Specialist
- Medical Records Technician
- Health Information Clerk
- Insurance Claims Processor
- Medical Office Support Specialist
These roles are in demand across hospitals, physician practices, outpatient clinics, insurance companies, and healthcare organizations.
Skills Employers Value
Students will strengthen:
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Time management
- Professional communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dependability and professionalism
- Active listening skills
- Computer and digital literacy skills
Please complete the Take Ten+ Program Form below in order to be contacted by the IET Dept.
- Gwinnett Technical College
5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy
Lawrenceville, 30043
For information regarding the Take Ten+ Program, please contact
Yolanda Usry, Director of IET/ Take Ten, Adult Education YUsry@GwinnettTech.edu or 678-226-6369
Open Enrollment
Manufacturing Basics – Forklift & Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Learn the skills required to safely operate an industrial forklift truck. This training prepares you for an entry-level manufacturing position. Gain knowledge in manufacturing organizational processes like Six Sigma + Lean while getting your Forklift Certification making you ready for one of the most in-demand jobs in Georgia.
Forklift Overview:
Get certified and meet OSHA requirements.
Six Sigma Yellow Belt:
A Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt is the first step into the world of process improvement. You will learn the concepts of Six Sigma, such as being responsible for small projects or serving as a team member in more complex improvement projects led by Certified Green or Certified Black Belts.
Career Readiness Training Overview:
Learn the essential skills needed in order to acquire, maintain, and grow within a company. Key topics are communication, critical thinking, emotional intelligence and time management.
All materials provided, no book/material purchase required.
Must be 18 years of age or older to take this class
Important:
- Qualifications: All candidates must complete an Adult Education registration, apply for funding and take the Tests of Adult Basic Education (TABE) Test in order to be eligible.
- Instructional Format: Hybrid Online and In-Classroom/Field.
Monday – Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
A detailed schedule breakdown will be discussed during the invite-only information session.
Schedules are subject to change.
Please complete the Take Ten+ Program Form below in order to be contacted by the IET Dept.
- Gwinnett Technical College
5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy
Lawrenceville, 30043
For information regarding the Take Ten+ Program, please contact
Yolanda Usry, Director of IET/ Take Ten, Adult Education YUsry@GwinnettTech.edu or 678-226-6369
Open Enrollment
Our ten-week Entrepreneurship and Small Business certification program provides students entry-level training on business objectives that will help students become successful business owners. The course includes classroom training, demonstrations, and practical training by our certified instructor. At the end of the course, students will have completed a written test and demonstrated skills which would be expected in a small business setting.
Course Test & Certifications
- Written Test
- Performance Test
- Pearson Vue ESB certification (must pass)
Important:
This10-week program will take place Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
A detailed schedule breakdown will be discussed during the invite-only information session upon successful completion of the TABE Test and pre-registration process.
Schedules are subject to change.
Please complete the Take Ten+ Program Form below in order to be contacted by the IET Dept.
Gwinnett Technical College – Lawrenceville Campus
5150 Sugarloaf Pkwy
Lawrenceville, 30043
For information regarding the Take Ten+ Program, please contact
Yolanda Usry, Director of IET/ Take Ten, Adult Education YUsry@GwinnettTech.edu or 678-226-6369
The minimum requirement for preliminary admission into the Take Ten+ program, and to be invited to a detail-oriented Info Session, all potential candidates must take, and successfully meet the pre-set score requirement for the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) level 13 – 14 Test. Test dates & times will be scheduled individually.
Before you can be considered for the Take Ten+ program and attend the invitation-only information session, all applicants are required to: Take & pass the entire TABE level 13 – 14 assessment.
The TABE level 13 – 14 assessments are FREE, and take a maximum of two (2) hours to complete.
Application Steps:
- Review training information per your desired career choice
- Complete Take Ten+ Program Form
To determine eligibility, applicants are required to take the TABE 11/12 test.
For information regarding the Take Ten+ Program, please contact
Yolanda S. Usry, Director of IET/ Take Ten, Adult Education, yusry@gwinnetttech.edu
or 678-226-6369 for test information and test scheduling.
All interested candidates are required to take and pass Reading, Math, and Language Arts TABE tests based on the level of education per candidate. This is a two-day process.