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Fortis College, Smyrna, Georgia Training Programs

At Fortis College in Smyrna, Georgia, near Atlanta, students are welcomed into a supportive, encouraging environment where learning is personal and success feels attainable. From the moment students step on campus, they experience a culture of care—one where the Campus President and Dean of Education are often seen in the halls, engaging with students and building genuine connections every day. 

Many of our students face unique personal or educational obstacles, and at Fortis, we work closely with each individual to help identify career goals, build confidence, and stay focused on achieving their objectives. Here, education is not just about training for a career—it’s about feeling supported every step of the way.

Programs Offered at our Campus

Why Fortis?

  • Streamlined path to earn a degree or diploma
  • Career-focused classes
  • Hands-on training
  • Convenient class schedules
  • Institutionally accredited campuses
  • Financial aid available for those who qualify and apply
  • Career services for graduates
  • Connections to local employers

Why Smyrna for career training?

  • A thriving regional job market
    Smyrna’s location near Atlanta provides access to a diverse economy with opportunities in medical, dental, skilled trades, and radiologic fields.
  • A supportive, student-focused community
    With a campus culture that emphasizes connection and guidance, students benefit from daily engagement with leadership and instructors who are invested in their success.
  • Convenient location with quality of life
    Smyrna offers a suburban setting with easy access to the city’s resources, making it an ideal place to train, grow, and prepare for a rewarding career.

Institutional Accreditation

Fortis College in Smyrna, Georgia is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, 6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 730, North Bethesda, MD 20852 P. (301) 291-7550 info@abhes.org 

State Authorization

Fortis College is authorized by the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission:

Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC) 
2082 East Exchange Place, Suite 220
Tucker, GA 30084
(770) 414-3300

The program in dental hygiene is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted accrediting status of approval with reporting requirements.  The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education.

The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at 
(312) 440-4653 or at 
211 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

The Commission‘s web address is: https://coda.ada.org/

Consumer Information - Fortis College in Smyrna

The following links provide consumer information required by federal regulations, and in accordance with school policy, that will allow you to make informed decisions relevant to your education. For details regarding each category below, please hover over the titles. For more info please click here for a complete glossary of terms.

A hard copy of each disclosure is available by request from the Admissions Office.

Consumer Information Guide Summary (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

The Consumer Information Guide Summary is a tool prospective and current student’s can utilize to find all relevant and required consumer information as defined by federal regulations.

Consumer Information Guide (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

This guide contains certain consumer information that institutions must provide annually to its students.

Catalogs, Addenda, and Related Information (opens in a new tab)

Contains information about the school, the programs offered, the admissions requirements, and other institutional standards and requirements, along with the accreditation and licensing information.

Student Right-To-Know Graduation/Completion Rates (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

The rate required for disclosure and/or reporting purposes under Student Right-to-Know Act. This rate is calculated as the total number of completers within 150% of normal time divided by the revised adjusted cohort. A paper copy is available by request from the Admissions Office.

Institutional Accreditation Rate Disclosure (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

These rates are calculated in accordance with our institutional accrediting body and in accordance with federal regulations. These rates are updated annually based upon the Annual Reports submitted to each institutional accreditation agency. For institutions accredited by ACCSC, both the graduation rates and placement rates are disclosed.

Textbook Listings and Costs (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

In accordance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) of 2008 and in addition to the Higher Education Act of 1965 (as amended), each postsecondary educational institution must disclose information on the recommended and required textbooks needed to complete each course of study.

Campus Crime Reports (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

The institution provides this information to all its employees and students as part of the institutions commitment to safety and security pursuant to the requirements of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.

Net Price Calculator (opens in a new tab)

In accordance with U.S. Department of Education regulations, we provide you with a Net Price Calculator (NPC), which will calculate an estimated net price of education specific to the institution, and based on your individual circumstances. You will be required to answer several questions in order for the calculator to provide an estimated net price.

Retention Rate Disclosure (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

The retention rate is a measure of the rate at which students persist in their educational program at an institution, expressed as a percentage. This rate is compiled based on specific instructions and cohorts that are defined by the National Center for Education Statistics through the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).

Emergency Preparedness Plan (PDF) (opens in a new tab)

The purpose of the Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP) is to ensure the safety of students, faculty, staff, and visitors in the event of an emergency. The plan describes emergency communication, response, and evacuation procedures.


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This document explains the voter registration process that eligible citizens must follow to vote in the federal, state, and local elections within their state.
College Navigator Website
This website can be used to evaluate and compare U.S. postsecondary institutions and provides official student body diversity data, including racial, ethnic, and gender breakdowns for degree-granting institutions across the United States.
Title VI Policy
Please use this link to review our Title VI policy. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, and national origin in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. 

The following programs may require licensure or certification to obtain employment. Please find your program of interest to determine if the program meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in your state.

The Dental Hygiene program meets the educational requirements to become a licensed Dental Hygienist in the state of Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, and Tennessee. 

We have not made a determination for the following states*: AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SD, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.

Students graduating from the Dental Hygiene program are eligible to sit for the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE), the Juris Prudence written exam (Ethics), and a regional clinical examination.

To be eligible for employment as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH), a graduate must successfully pass all applicable exams, both written and clinical, and satisfy all state licensing requirements.  

*If you need additional information on state eligibility or transferability requirements for these states, please contact the Campus President or Dean of Education.

The state of Georgia does not require a license to work as an entry level Radiologic Technologist but does require a minimum of six hours of radiation safety training.

If you do want to obtain licensure, the Radiologic Technology program meets the educational requirements to become a licensed Radiologic Technologist in the state of Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

We have not made a determination for the following states*: AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SD, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.

Students graduating from the Radiologic Technology program are eligible to apply for permission to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Certification Exam. 

Licensure requires a graduate from a Radiologic Technologist program, to take and pass the ARRT, and to successfully fulfill all state licensing requirements.   

*If you need additional information on state eligibility or transferability requirements for these states, please contact the Campus President or Dean of Education.

Graduation does not guarantee eligibility to sit for licensure, certification, or registry exams. Please understand that licensure and certification eligibility can be affected by unlawful events that take place after acceptance into a program. As part of the licensure, certification, and registration application process, arrest and court records of final adjudication for any offense other than a minor traffic violation may be submitted to credentialing agency for review. Applicants who have been convicted of a felony and whose civil rights have not been restored may be considered incomplete by the College until documentation of restoration of civil rights is received. 

Licensing and certification requirements vary by state. Students who relocate to another state during their enrollment may or may not satisfy the eligibility criteria to obtain a professional license or certification in that state.  

Please contact the Campus President or Dean of Education/Nursing if you have additional questions pertaining to your program of interest. 

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