FAQs

GTC Odomola-Epe operates as a day school. However, students living far from school can make transportation arrangements with their parents or guardians. There are no boarding facilities currently.

Admission forms are usually available at the school premises or online through the Lagos State Technical Colleges portal. Applicants must sit for an entrance exam and attend an oral interview.

The standard duration is three (3) years for most trade courses, after which students sit for the NABTEB examination to earn their National Technical Certificate (NTC), Federal Trade Test and Federal Craft Examination.

Students graduate with a National Technical Certificate (NTC) issued by NABTEB, Federal Trade Test and Federal Craft Certificate. This qualifies them for employment, apprenticeships, or further technical studies (like OND, HND, BSc and BTech).

Yes, all students are required to participate in Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES). The school partners with industries and technical companies to ensure real-world exposure.

While the school provides the curriculum and guidance, students are required to purchase their own uniforms, safety kits, and some personal tools depending on their department.

Yes. NABTEB registration for final-year students is coordinated by the school’s exam unit. Students must meet eligibility and the registration is free!

Absolutely. With a NABTEB certificate, graduates can proceed to university, polytechnics or colleges of education for OND/HND or NCE programs in related technical fields.

Yes, GTC Odomola-Epe is a state-owned college under the Lagos State Ministry of Education and regulated by LASTVEB for quality and standardization in technical and vocational education.

Applicants should be between 14 and 20 years old and must have completed at least Junior Secondary School (JSS 3) with a testimonial or Basic Education Certificate.

GTC Odomola-Epe provides inclusive education and encourages students with mild learning challenges. Teachers offer additional guidance and support, though there is currently no formal special education program.

Parents receive regular updates via PTA meetings, progress reports, and direct communication from class teachers or section heads. Some sections also use WhatsApp groups to engage with guardians.

Yes, while tuition is free as a public institution, students are required to pay minimal levies for practicals, uniforms, identity cards, examination registration, and maintenance.

Yes. GTC Odomola-Epe encourages sports, debates, technical clubs, and cultural activities to develop leadership, teamwork, and creative skills in students beyond the classroom.

School typically runs from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Practical sessions and extracurricular activities may occasionally extend beyond official closing time.

Trade changes are allowed only in the first term of Year 1, based on vacancy, academic performance, and guidance counselor recommendation. After this period, transfers may not be granted.

Use of mobile phones is restricted during school hours. Phones brought to school must be turned off during lessons. Any violation may result in confiscation or disciplinary action.

Each section follows strict safety protocols including the use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), supervised sessions, emergency drills, and routine equipment inspections.

Yes, GTC Odomola-Epe has Guidance & Counseling units that help students choose suitable trade paths, prepare for employment, and plan their future career or education.