The Child Development Center was established as a training site for Early Childhood Development students at Greenville Technical College and serves children 6 weeks through 5 years of age. It is accredited by NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) through September 2019. The center’s program revolves around the philosophy that each child has the right to be cared for in a nurturing environment, and that children learn through play and hands-on experiences.
Child care services at the center are available for GTC students, faculty and staff, and the community. Monthly tuition rates and registration fees are applicable upon enrollment to the program. A Waiting List Application can be filled out at anytime during regular business hours.
The center is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. The center normally closes two weeks in December, a week for Spring Break, and other holidays and staff development days as noted on the annual operational calendar. The center is never closed when Greenville Technical College students are in class.
Tuition is charged on a monthly basis. For more information, call (864) 250-8080.
GTF Student Housing
GTF Student Housing seeks to provide housing that is clean, comfortable and conducive to student learning.
Departmental staff develops, promotes and assesses programs, services, and staff interactions that encourage student development with a particular emphasis on individual responsibly within a community setting. Efforts are directed towards developing a living-learning environment with a particular focus on diversity, a respect for student rights, and a commitment to sustainability.
Goals of Greenville Tech Foundation Student Housing
• Maintain an environment supportive of a diverse population.
• Promote a living-learning atmosphere supportive of the educational endeavors of the residents. • Challenge residents to be responsible community citizens and positive role models.
• Offer students a memorable collegiate experience while providing them with an environment conducive to study, growth, and internal personal growth.
• Provide opportunities for student involvement in campus activities, leadership positions and decision-making.
How may I contact the Office of Student Housing?
Website: www.gtechhousing.com Phone: (866) 972-0535
Fax: (864) 298-0717
Address: GTF Student Housing, 1433 Cleveland St, Greenville, SC 29607 Email: [email protected]
How do I apply to GTF Student Housing? It’s easy as 1, 2, 3!
• Visit our website: www.gtechhousing.com • Click Apply.
• Complete the online application.
What are the academic requirements to live In Student Housing?
In an effort to further the goal of fostering a strong living-learning community, the Office of Student Housing has established the following academic requirements for eligibility in Student Housing.
All housing students:
• Must be enrolled full-time in their program of study
• New applicants to GTF Student Housing must meet the following academic requirements: o New Greenville Tech students:
a. Must have 2.0 Cumulative GPA from high school or other college.
b. OR must have completed the GED instead of graduating from high school: • 2,400 points (If completed before Dec. 31, 2013) OR
• 630 points (if completed after Jan. 1, 2014)
o Current (or previously enrolled) Greenville Tech students:
a. Must have a 2.0 Cumulative GPA in their program of study
b. Must be enrolled full-time in college level courses at Greenville Technical College
What are my Options for Paying for Housing?
• Pay the entire cost at the start of each semester. • Sign up for the Financial Aid Deferral Program.
• Use of VA/Military Benefits (requires certification by Greenville Technical College).
What is the Deferral Program?
The Financial Aid Deferral Program allows students to make one $500 payment out of pocket at the start of each semester. Students must have enough Financial Aid to cover the remainder of the semester’s housing fees. This typically requires students to apply for approximately $5,000 of student loans each semester.
What are the Fees for Student Housing?
The Student Housing Fees are available online at www.gtechhousing.com.
Other Important Financial Aid and Housing Payment Information
GTF Student Housing works with the GTC Office of Financial Aid to help students pay for their housing fees through the financial aid deferral program.
If a resident does not pay the Housing Fee in full at the start of each semester, then the resident must participate in the Financial Aid Deferral Program which will allow the Resident’s Financial Aid Award (including Title IV) to cover the Housing Fees, with the exception of a $500 payment which is due at the start of each semester from the Resident. By signing the GTF Student Housing contract, residents authorize GTF Student Housing to request the Housing Fees to be paid through the Financial Aid Deferral Program. Should the Resident not be eligible for the Financial Aid Deferral Program, then the Resident must pay the total amount of the semester Student Housing Fee prior to move in. If a resident’s financial aid package does not cover the entire amount of the Student Housing Fees, then the resident will be responsible for paying the outstanding balance after the financial aid has been applied.
If a resident will be using VA/Military benefits to pay Student Housing fees, the student must be certified with Veterans Affairs in the Office of Financial Aid before he or she can be accepted to Student Housing. GTF Student Housing will set up a monthly payment arrangement form only for residents participating in this program.
Immunization Requirements
GTF Student Housing requires all students living in Student Housing to complete an immunization form that documents their immunization history. This must be done prior to a student moving into his or her assignment in Student Housing.
GTF Student Housing Independent Living Statement
GTF Student Housing is an apartment style living-learning community located on the Barton Campus of Greenville Technical College (GTC). It offers full-time students of GTC an independent living experience.
Each student who resides in GTF Student Housing: • Will have a private bedroom
• Will share a common living area and kitchen
• May share a common bathroom with the other residents of his or her apartment GTF Student Housing does not offer a dining hall or other meal service.
• Each apartment has a full kitchen
• Residents are responsible for purchasing food and cooking their own meals. Health and Safety inspections take place regularly throughout the semester • Each resident is responsible for keeping his or her bedroom clean and orderly • Each resident is responsible for keeping common areas clean and orderly including
o Kitchen
o Living room area o Bathrooms
Each building in GTF Student Housing provides a laundry room for the use of residents
• Each resident is responsible for washing and drying his or her own clothes, linens, and other personal items. • Machines are available using reloadable “Smart Cards”, which may be purchased in the Community Center. The Student Housing community is located approximately 500 yards from the center of campus. Residents must be able to independently navigate to the academic and administrative buildings. Please note that transportation is not provided by GTF Student Housing or Greenville Technical College around any campuses or to locations off campus, including other GTC campuses. However, the Barton Campus is a stop location on the GreenLink bus system, and more information can be found on the GreenLink website.
GTF Student Housing Accommodation Requests for Students with Disabilities
GTF Student Housing will consider requests for reasonable housing accommodations by students who have a qualified disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It is the sole responsibility of the student to obtain and provide sufficient medical documentation supporting the need for an accommodation. Each request is considered independently.
An applicant wishing to request a housing accommodation must do so by contacting the Greenville Technical College Student Disability Services Office. The Student Disability Services Office’s decision to make an accommodation will be based on the specific facts and circumstances as provided by the student, student’s doctor and/or other qualified individuals. Further information may be requested, as needed, including sufficient supporting medical documentation.
The deadlines for submitting a request for a housing accommodation are • For Fall Semester: July 15
• For Spring Semester: November 15
GTF Student Housing cannot guarantee that an accommodation will be made for requests received after the above deadlines. Supporting documentation should be provided to the Office of Student Disability Services; P. O. Box 5616 (MS 1055), Greenville, SC 29606-5616; Phone: (864) 250-8202; Fax: (864) 250-8990
The Student Disability Services Office will then contact the Office of Student Housing and notify the office that an applicant is in need of specific accommodations based upon a disability.
If the specific request cannot be fulfilled, the Student Disability Services office will work with the student to offer comparable alternatives, unless doing so would result in a fundamental alteration to its housing program or an undue financial burden for GTF Student Housing.
GTF Student Housing Service Animal Policies
Students who require the use of a service animal due to a disability must inform the Office of Student Disability Services, as outlined in the policy above, to have this accommodation request reviewed.
Residents who require a service animal will be required to do the following when the service animal is present in Student Housing:
• keep the service animal under control at all times; • provide care needed for the service animal; • use the designated service animal walk;
• clean up after any messes the service animal makes
Residents who will be rooming with a student who requires a service animal will be notified prior to moving into their assignments that someone in the apartment will need the use of a service animal.
The following is provided for informational purposes to all applicants, regarding the use of service animals.
A service animal is not a pet under federal law. According to the Department of Justice updates to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), that took effect March 15, 2011, a “service animal” is limited to a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. Some states have legislation that further defines a service animal.
Service Animal Etiquette
• Do not touch a service dog, or the person it assists, without permission.
• Do not make noises at the service dog; it may distract the animal from doing its job. • Do not feed a service dog; it may disrupt his or her schedule.
• Please do not ask the person about his or her disability or the assistance the service animal provides.