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  Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is a two-year community/technical college that offers more than 70 associate degree, diploma, and certificate programs for students who are either seeking quick entry into the workforce or desiring to transfer to a senior institution to pursue a bachelor's degree.
  
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Criminal Justice & Paralegal

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Criminal Justice & Paralegal

The Public Service Technology and Legal Studies department of Horry-Georgetown Technical College offers a quality education in several key fields relating to the well-being of the community. From Criminal Justice to Legal Assistant/Paralegal to Human Services, the programs offered ensure that both graduates and society benefit from the knowledge, skills, and abilities provided.

Criminal Justice

This program offers a well-rounded study of the criminal justice system, focusing on the legal issues and fundamental concepts and principles associated with law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and juvenile justice.

For more information about Criminal Justice Programs contact:

Larry Muncey
(843) 349-3648

Paralegal Studies

HGTC's Paralegal Studies programs prepare students to work under the direct supervision of an attorney to conduct documentary and legal research, draft legal documents, recommend solutions for procedural problems, and implement detailed office procedures for the efficient handling of specialized fields of law.

For more information, contact:
Donna McQueen
(843) 477-2006

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Spring 2025 Classes

Classes Begin

January 13 (Full Spring / Fast Forward I)
February 3 (Flex Start)
March 10 (Fast Forward II)

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