1410 Highway 304 East, Pocahontas, AR
870-248-4000
www.blackrivertech.org
Founded as Black River Vocational Technical School in 1971, the school is now a public, two-year college with an open admissions policy that is committed to meeting the technical, academic, professional, cultural, and personal enrichment needs of the citizens of Northeast Arkansas and Southeast Missouri.
The college was renamed Black River Technical College in 1991 and is governed by a board of trustees. Black River Technical College leads the community in learning and economic development.
Black River Technical College has two campuses, the main campus in Pocahontas and the second campus in Paragould. BRTC enrolls approximately 3,000 students annually from its service area.
BRTC offers a variety of associate degrees, technical certificates, and certificates of proficiency. The faculty share a devotion to their diverse disciplines and programs and a commitment to the intellectual, technical, and professional growth of their students. The typically low student-faculty ratio permits students to have a productive learning relationship with their instructors.
The Corporate and Community Education division provides non-credit courses for most age groups including programs, short courses, seminars, and a wide range of other activities which serve the communities needs beyond regular college programs. Through Corporate and Community Education, individuals may develop new employment skills, enrich personal and family life, and gain a deeper appreciation of other cultures and environments.
The mission of Black River Technical College is to transform lives through quality academic and career education to enhance the community we serve.
To learn more about the BRTC campuses and what we offer visit, www.blackrivertech.edu, contact us at (870) 248-4000, or come by our campus for a visit.