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ctcLink FAQs

How do I get to the ctcLink Sign In screen?  Click here.

How will I get my ctcLink ID number?

You will receive your ctcLink ID in an email sent to you by BTC.  Search your mailbox and check your spam!  Write the ctcLink ID number down or save it in another secure location.  If you cannot find your ctcLink ID, contact the Library at 360-752-8383 or send an email to library@btc.edu

What if I forget my ctcLink ID number?

If you were a BTC student, or submitted an application to become a BTC student BEFORE October 25, 2021, you have an SID, a "Student ID," and you can recover/discover your ctcLink ID by accessing the BTC Archives.  After login, the Archives displays your ctcLink ID (EMPLID), student email address, and network credentials. To log in, students must use their Legacy SID network credentials (last name and last 4 digits of SID)  and password, or their SID (9 digits) and PIN (6-digit birthdate).

What if I already have a ctcLink ID from another college?

If you have already received a ctcLink ID number from another college in Washington state, you do not need to activate your account or receive a new number. The ctcLink ID number you already have is what you will use at Bellingham Technical College as well.

Where can I get help activating my ctcLink account or using ctcLink?

If you encounter problems activating your account, or have any questions about BTC technology, please contact  the library by phone: (360-752-8383 or by email: library@btc.edu.

Will my old student SID and PIN number go away?

In many cases, the Legacy SID is replaced by the ctcLink ID number (called an EMPLID in the new system) AND password. This page explains more about the options for returning and new students. For example, network login will not change for returning students and the Legacy SID number will still be a part of returning students' email addresses. New students (those who applied to become a BTC student AFTER October 25, 2021) will only have ctcLink ID and login.

Is Canvas going away?

No. We will continue using Canvas, and you will log into Canvas with your  ctcLink  number and password.  You must activate your ctcLink ID before logging into Canvas with ctcLink.  BTC Canvas Login  

Can I still access my unofficial transcript in the legacy systems?

Yes, you can still view your unofficial transcript from Fall 1993 to Summer 2021 in our legacy systems.  Go to BTC Archives. Use the Display My SID feature to instantly retrieve your SID. Your PIN is set to the default of your date of birth in 6 digits (MMDDYY).

Can I still access my Fall 2021 and Winter and Spring 2021 financial aid information in the legacy systems?

Yes, you can still access your financial aid information for Winter, Spring, and Fall 2021 through your BTC Student Financial Aid Portal.

How do tuition and fees appear in ctcLink?

ctcLink displays more information to students about tuition and fees than Bellingham Technical  College's previous system. One big change is that tuition is now shown split out into the OperatingBuilding, and S&A (Services and Activities) components.

How do I get the app for my mobile phone or devices?

Information is available on this page.

Do I need a permission number for every class?

No, you do not need a permission number for every class.

There is some confusion about when students need to request permission numbers (formerly known as entry codes) because the Permission Number Box automatically appears on the registration page. You do not need a permission number for every class. We encourage you to go through the process to register for your courses, and if you need a permission number, the system will inform you after you click the Enroll Button