About TCR

Where Careers Begin
and Communities Grow

A public institution serving Western Colorado for over 50 years. Hands-on training, nationally accredited, and committed to keeping education accessible for every student on the Slope.

Our Motto

“Where Careers Begin”

Who We Are

Who We Are

Technical College of the Rockies is a public, postsecondary career and technical education institution governed by the Delta County Joint School District #50J Board of Education. We serve students across six Western Colorado counties: Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, Ouray, and San Miguel: providing accessible, affordable pathways to high-demand careers.

Our programs are funded through a combination of federal, state, and local sources and are nationally accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE). All faculty hold credentials approved by the Colorado State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education, ensuring instruction meets both industry standards and state requirements.

Mission

Prepare students for high-demand careers

Provide hands-on, quality education that prepares students for success in high-demand careers, fostering workforce development and community growth.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Equal Opportunity Institution

Technical College of the Rockies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

For further information on the notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Education, or contact the local or federal representatives listed below.

Local Contact

Randal Palmer

Director

1765 US Hwy 50

Delta, CO 81416

(970) 874-7671

Federal Contact

Office for Civil Rights

U.S. Department of Education

Federal Building

1244 Speer Blvd, Suite 310

Denver, CO 80204-3582

Phone:(303) 844-5695

Fax: (303) 844-4303

TDD: (303) 844-3417

OCR_Denver@ed.gov

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday · 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Appointments outside regular hours are available upon request. Please contact the front office to schedule.

Institutional Accreditation

Nationally Accredited

Technical College of the Rockies is nationally accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE). This accreditation affirms that TCR meets rigorous standards for educational quality, institutional integrity, and continuous improvement. COE accreditation also enables our students to access federal financial aid.

7840 Roswell Rd, Bldg 300, Ste 325, Atlanta, GA 30350

Phone:770-396-3898

Fax: 770-396-3790

council.org

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