Association of Information Technology Professionals
The Lanier Technical College AITP chapter is open to all students who are enrolled in a program of study leading to entry in the field of information processing. In addition to holding regular meetings, the chapter sponsors computer seminars and other activities related to computer technology.

Criminal Justice Technology Club
The Delta Sigma Pi chapter of the American Criminal Justice Association is dedicated to the furtherance of professional standards of criminal justice and the promotion of greater public understanding of the problems and objectives of those agencies devoted to the administration of criminal justice. This is accomplished by providing students with first hand knowledge of criminal justice agencies in the region, as well as establishing service opportunities to local social welfare agencies (victim services, child advocates, domestic violence shelters, etc.). Membership is open to any student dedicated to understanding more about our Criminal Justice system, as well as honorary memberships to local criminal justice executives.

Delta Epsilon Chi
Lanier Technical College's Delta Epsilon Chi organization is affiliated with the Distributive Education Clubs of America collegiate division (Delta Epsilon Chi). This affiliation provides students with an opportunity to attend state and national conferences. The purpose of this organization is to plan projects and activities to promote leadership development, civic consciousness, vocational understanding, and social awareness. Annual projects include a variety of fund-raisers and promoting the free enterprise system.

Georgia Licensed Practical Nurses Association
The North Georgia Mountain Area Student District of GLPNA is the first student district for GLPNA. The organization is open to all nursing students at Lanier Technical College. Its purpose is to educate the students about their professional organization and the opportunities available through their organization.

GOAL
First launched in 1971, GOAL (The Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership) focuses on student excellence in technical education by focusing on academic excellence and personal achievement.

Instructors nominate their best students who speak about their experiences with technical education. Two panels of judges select the Lanier Technical College GOAL Winner who then goes on to the state competition held in Atlanta. Finally, a panel of judges selects one student, the state GOAL Winner, to serve as an ambassador of technical education in Georgia.

The local Lanier Technical College winner, the runners-up and the winner's nominating instructor all receive plaques, monetary awards, and media recognition in the community. The Gainesville Lions Club and the Lanier Technical College Student Government Association are joint sponsors of the local GOAL program.

GOAL winners represent the "new image" of Georgia's technical colleges. Students must recognize technical education's critical impact on Georgia's overall economic health, have a strong work ethic, a dedicated sense of loyalty, and a healthy enthusiasm for promoting technical education in Georgia.

GOAL winners are the best possible advertisement for technical education. They prove every day that the best technical education consists of more than manipulative skills. Technical education prepares students for the world of work. GOAL students are an indication of what technical education at its best can achieve and of the caliber of individuals who are choosing Georgia's technical colleges.

The winning GOAL student serves as an ambassador for technical education in Georgia and makes many public appearances throughout the year including addressing the Georgia General Assembly and Governor.

National Adult Education Honor Society
The mission of this organization is providing meaningful recognition to deserving adult education students, to improve student employment opportunities, and to develop student ambassadors for the local adult education program.

National Technical Honor Society
The National Technical Honor Society is an honor organization for outstanding students enrolled in technical programs. The purpose of the organization is to encourage academic excellence, skill development, honesty, service, leadership, citizenship, and individual responsibility.

To qualify for membership in Lanier Technical College's chapter of the National Technical Honor Society, a student may be enrolled full-time or part-time and must be regularly admitted to and currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program, have completed at least 45 credit hours, have an overall GPA of at least 3.5, and be recommended by his/her advisor.

Phi Beta Lambda
This is a national organization for adults in post secondary enrollment in Business Education. Members learn how to engage in industry and group enterprise; how to hold office and direct the affairs of a group; how to work with other representatives; and how to compete on local, state, and national levels.

PLANET Club
This is an international association for adults in the Environmental Horticulture Program. PLANET members are the dedicated professionals and companies who create and enhance the world's landscape. PLANET provides its members with a good business foundation to help them evaluate, plan, and better manage their companies. The PLANET Academic Excellence Foundation offers generous scholarships to outstanding college students enrolled in horticulture programs at two-year and four-year colleges and universities. The goals of the PLANET Student Chapter are: to develop professional and leadership skills; to emphasize community service through hands-on horticultural projects that benefit the community; to provide students with direct access to marketing tools, industry specific business publications, and updates on legislative issues; to provide students with the opportunity to participate in PLANET'S Student Career Days; to provide students with networking opportunities that can assist them in their careers.

Rho Alpha Delta Club
The Rho Alpha Delta club is open to students in the Radiologic Technology program. This club helps to educate radiology students on state and national needs for radiology techs, to develop professional and leadership skills, to promote ethical and moral standards and dignity towards all other people, to help educate students on radiology technology, and address the concerns and needs of the community in this field of healthcare. The club also helps to motivate students and provide opportunities for advancement in the radiology field.

The Rotaract Club
The Rotaract club is a Rotary club-sponsored organization of young men and women between the ages of 18 and 30 whose purpose is to provide an opportunity for young men and women to enhance the knowledge and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their communities, and to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. The goals of this club are to develop professional and leadership skills, to emphasize respect for the rights of others, and to promote ethical standards and the dignity of all useful occupations. This club will also provide opportunities for young people to address the needs and concerns of the community and our world, and will provide opportunities for working in cooperation with sponsoring Rotary clubs. This club chapter is at the Forsyth Campus.

The Student Dental Hygienist Association
The Student Dental Hygienist Association (SADHA) is open to students enrolled in the Dental Hygiene program. Members of SADHA meet to discuss the unique demands and experiences student dental hygienists encounter on the road to graduating and obtaining licensure. The goal of SADHA is to empower, support, and develop student members, by offering opportunities for personal and professional development, leadership, and recognition of achievements.

Student Government Association
Student Government Association membership is open to at least one representative from each diploma or associate degree program. Student Government membership is based on faculty nominations using the following criteria: good academic standing, leadership skills, and organizational ability.

Skills USA/VICA
Formerly known as Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA), Skills USA is a club for trade, industrial, technical, and health occupation students. Skills USA offers leadership, citizenship, and character development progress to complement skill training. Skills USA brings together people who share common interests and exchange ideas. Members may earn recognition through college, state, and national awards and contests.

The Scrub Club
The Surgical Technology Club is open to students in the Surgical Technology program. The club provides an avenue for members to meet to discuss issues related to their field and to interact with surgical professionals and guest speakers.