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Central Texas College Distance Education

CTC Distance Education

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Off-campus Faculty and Staff: Access your CTC email without VPN by visiting exmail.ctcd.edu, and CTC E-Forms by visiting etcentral.ctcd.edu.

You must be connected via CTC VPN to view the Faculty and Staff pages of the CTC website. For a VPN refresher, please see this guide. Contact IT if you need assistance: submit a ticket to help.desk@ctcd.edu, use the website chatbot at ctcd.edu, or call 254-501-3103.

Students are NOT required to use VPN to access their Eagle Mail or Blackboard.   Visit https://online.ctcd.edu/orientation.cfm for a quick tutorial on using Blackboard.


WELCOME TO WHAT'S NEXT.


The CTC Distance Education program gives you the flexibility to increase your potential, regardless of work, family, and other obligations. Central Texas College - fulfilling the needs of our global community.


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Getting Started with Distance Education



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Getting Started with Distance Education

Tell us about yourself and we'll help you get started.


Select what best describes you...


  • Are you close to a college campus?
  • Do you have time to go to class at least two days a week?
  • Can you arrange classes around your work schedule?
  • Will childcare or transportation costs be a hardship?

Central Texas College Distance Learning offers an alternative. You can take lecture classes, online classes, or a combination of both. Regardless of your situation, you will have access to all student and support services - online or on campus.

Why consider Distance Education?


According to Forbes.com, in 2021 about 53% of all postsecondary degree seekers in the U.S. took at least some online classes. Around 26% studied exclusively online. Commitments that do not allow for on-campus attendance are the most common reason for enrolling in online learning.


Reasons for online learning choices by students in 2023

Central Texas College (CTC) is a recognized leader in providing accessible educational opportunities to students all over the world. We offer more than 60 certificate and associate degree programs entirely online using the Blackboard Learning Management System. Classes start monthly with varying lengths and delivery methods to meet your needs.

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Student Evaluation of Classroom Course

Here's what students are saying...



This was my first online class, and I was a little nervous, but the professor was very helpful and gave me some very good constructive feedback. I feel confident that I will be able to handle more classes online.
Every assignment was available from start to finish, this allowed me to complete multiple chapters early. All materials were easy to find, Blackboard was easy to navigate, and this was by far the best experience I've had so far in distance learning courses!
I liked that as an online class things were very easy to find and I was given the necessary resources.
The content was well-organized and accessible, making complex topics easier to understand. Having access to the online version of the book was incredibly beneficial; it allowed me to study more flexibly and revisit chapters whenever I needed. This combination of resources enhanced my learning experience and deepened my appreciation for the subject. This class was a highlight of my academic year!
This course was very informative. The suggested timeframe was very beneficial in that it allowed us to show more responsibility, pay attention to detail, and not procrastinate. The course offered all of the materials needed and answered all of my questions.

Central Texas College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Central Texas College may also offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Central Texas College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

CTC Distance Education

Central Texas College Distance Education