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High School Students with Disabilities Complete Successful MTC Job-Training Program with a BOOM
High school students from three area school districts graduated from a collaborative job-training program at Midlands Technical College called Building Occupational Opportunities in the Midlands (BOOM).
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Computer Numerical Control (CNC) | Training Certificate
Are you technically inclined and interested in working with your hands? Do you want to further your career or start a new one in the manufacturing industry? The Computer Numerical Control (CNC) training program may be right for you. In this on-campus program, you’ll gain all the skills you need to
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CPR | Training Certificate
In this eight-hour, one-day CPR certification class, you’ll learn lifesaving techniques using the most current guidelines set by the American Heart Association. Who should get CPR training? Anyone can benefit from CPR training. According to the American Heart Association, more than 350,000 cardiac
Success Story
Ken Yamashiro
Ken Yamashiro spent a semester studying aerospace engineering in Alabama before he had a realization that, instead, he wanted to learn how to connect with people. “I knew in the back of my head that I wanted to talk to people, make connections, networking type thing. Instead of, you know, bury the
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Accounting | Associate in Applied Science
An Associate in Applied Science in Accounting is a solid entry point into the accounting profession. Graduates will gain a strong foundation in accounting principles, analytical skills, and popular software, including QuickBooks and Excel, equipping them to enter the workforce with confidence
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Fifth-Annual High School Welding Competition at Midlands Technical College
Midlands Technical College (MTC) held its fifth-annual High School Welding Skills Competition on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Welding Technologies Center on the Airport Campus.
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Aerospace Engineering | Associate in Applied Science
This Associate in Applied Science in Engineering Fundamentals with a Concentration in Aerospace Engineering degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year engineering program. Students wishing to pursue a degree in aerospace engineering at a four-year institution should enroll
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Midlands Technical College Hosts 2023 S.C. High School Welding Skills Competition
More than 50 students competed in event at welding technologies center.
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Civil Engineering (2 + 2) | Associate in Applied Science
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year engineering program. Students wishing to pursue a degree in civil engineering at a four-year institution should enroll in the AAS.EGRF degree. This is an engineering fundamentals degree that allows students to identify a
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Chemical Engineering (2 + 2) | Associate in Applied Science
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year engineering program. Students wishing to pursue a degree in chemical engineering at a four-year institution should enroll in the AAS.EGRF degree. This is an engineering fundamentals degree that allows students to identify a
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Mechanical Engineering (2 + 2) | Associate in Applied Science
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year engineering program. Students wishing to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering at a four-year institution should enroll in the AAS.EGRF degree. This is an engineering fundamentals degree that allows students to identify a
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MTC Respiratory Therapy Program Awarded for Distinguished Credentialing Success
The Midlands Technical College Respiratory Therapy program has been awarded the highest level of distinction by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), the accrediting agency for all Respiratory Care programs in the country.
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Computer Engineering (2 + 2) | Associate in Applied Science
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year engineering program. Students wishing to pursue a degree in computer engineering at a four-year institution should enroll in the AAS.EGRF degree. This is an engineering fundamentals degree that allows students to identify a
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Electrical Engineering (2 + 2) | Associate in Applied Science
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year engineering program. Students wishing to pursue a degree in electrical engineering at a four-year institution should enroll in the AAS.EGRF degree. This is an engineering fundamentals degree that allows students to identify a
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Mavericks Bring Home Multiple Medals in SC SkillsUSA Competition
Midlands Technical College brought home multiple awards during the 2025 South Carolina SkillsUSA competition.
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Midlands Technical College Dedicates President’s Board Room to Honor Commissioner and Educator Pete Sercer
“What a wonderful and fitting tribute…” – U.S. Senator Lindsay Graham
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Introduction to General Engineering Technology Instruction | Training Certificate
This two-part course series is designed to prepare and certify high school teachers to deliver General Engineering Technology (GET) dual enrollment courses. The program provides both technical content mastery and instructional alignment to support effective college-level teaching in a high school
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Midlands Technical College Commissioner Diane Sumpter Awarded Order of the Palmetto
Midlands Technical College Commissioner Diane E. Sumpter was awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor.
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Vicki Givens
Vicki Givens’ QuickJobs scholarship helped her change careers and make a significantly higher salary. “MTC has changed my life. . . At 40 years old, I went from living paycheck-to-paycheck to building a new home and sending my daughter on a foreign exchange program.” Vicki Givens is a 2015 graduate
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John Leighty
I knew going from service job to service job wasn’t the way I wanted to live, so I took some welding classes – I was living in Iowa at the time – hoping to get a job at the local trailer building plant. I ended up finding a different opportunity with a local tree service company, and I really
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Midlands Technical College, Moore School kick off operations and supply chain transfer pathway
The University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business and Midlands Technical College are now offering a transfer pathway that will facilitate MTC students transferring into the Moore School’s operations and supply chain program.
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Measuring the Real Cost of Employee Turnover
White Paper March 2022
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MTC Building Construction Team Places Second in Nation
This is the second consecutive year the Building Construction team competed in the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta, Georgia.
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MTC and UofSC Formalize Direct Transfer Tracks
Agreement serves as a model for how to best support transfer students.
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Architectural System and Codes | Academic Certificate
Learn how to “design to code,” the fundamentals of computer-aided design and building systems, as well as local and national building codes. This certificate is perfect if you want to learn a basic introduction to architectural engineering technology and if you intend to pursue a degree in AET. The
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Management with Certificate in Supervision | Associate in Applied Science
If you’re looking for a job in human resources, sales, banking, retail management, or might want to start your own business, this degree is for you. MTC business students receive a foundation of core General Education and Business courses and then are able to tailor the degrees to specific career
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Entry Level HVAC Technician | Training Certificate
This program is designed to provide the student with basic knowledge of the refrigeration cycle, electrical operation, heat pump operation, and air flow design. These classes prepare the student for entry level work with residential and commercial HVAC contractors. EPA 608 Certification test
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Pre-Occupational Therapy Assistant | Academic Certificate
This program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to complete the first year of general education requirements at Midlands Technical College before transferring to Greenville Technical College to complete the second year of the occupational therapy assistant program. The purpose of
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1st in Nation: Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Program Earns Letter of Review
MTC is the first higher education institution in the nation to receive a letter of review from the accrediting body for emergency medicine education.
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S.C. High School Welding Skills Competition
On Friday, February 25, Midlands Technical College hosted its first-ever S.C. High School Welding Skills Competition.
Success Story
Dr. Cliff Marsh
Dr. Cliff Marsh entered MTC as a first-generation college student, graduated with an Associate in Arts, and went on to receive his bachelors, masters, and doctorate degrees. He credits MTC for providing the foundation for his success. Here is his story in his own words. “I am a clinical social
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MTC Alum Facilitated $500,000 Equipment Loan for Civil Engineering Technology Students
Midlands Technical College alumnus Henry Dingle knew from the beginning that land surveying was where his passions lie, and MTC was how he was going to start achieving his goals.
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Midlands Technical College Designated as Purple Heart College
Affirming its longstanding commitment to providing quality higher education and support services to military veterans and their families, the Midlands Technical College Commission signed an agreement designating MTC as a Purple Heart College.
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Purple Heart College
Affirming its longstanding commitment to providing quality higher education and support services to military veterans and their families, the Midlands Technical College Commission signed an agreement designating MTC as a Purple Heart College.
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Midlands Technical College Receives $10,000 from Dominion Energy to Expand Welding Programs
The Midlands Technical College Foundation received a $10,000 grant from Dominion Energy that will enable the college’s welding program to expand capacity for MTC students.
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Martinique Scott
In 1996, Martinique Scott made the difficult decision to walk away from her studies at MTC to focus on her family. In 2021, after 25 years away, Martinique returned to MTC to finish what she started after being inspired by her daughter Aylssia’s journey. Alyssia was able to attend MTC before
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Clinical Massage Therapy | Training Certificate
Offered day and night, this 10-month classroom and clinical program will prepare you to become a licensed massage therapist in South Carolina. What is it like to be a massage therapist? As a clinical massage therapist, you'll learn how to apply massage techniques to treat soft tissue injuries
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Midlands Technical College Students Receive National Architectural Design Award
Architectural Engineering Technology students earn “Honor Award” and $2,000 grant
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MTC Graduate Finds Her Passion
For Maria Cora, a recent MTC Associate in Arts graduate, going to college was never on her radar.
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Improving Your Veteran Recruiting Plan
Employer partners tell us often that they are focused on trying to hire veterans.
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Midlands Technical College Wins Two National Gold Awards for Excellence in College Marketing
The National Council for Marketing and Public Relations awarded Midlands Technical College two Paragon Awards for outstanding achievement in marketing and communications.
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Ashton June
MTC was the perfect place for Ashton June to change careers. "I started college at the University of South Carolina with the intention of earning a degree in engineering. I quickly realized that photography was what I wanted to study. I had trouble communicating with my advisor and getting on the
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Construction Program Launches Careers for Students with Learning Disabilities
Twelve students graduated from MTC's fifth BOOM cohort. Many students have already been offered apprenticeships and full-time employment opportunities.
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Sparking a Friendly Competition Amongst High School Welders
The annual S.C. high school welding competition was held on the Airport Campus and saw students from around the state test their skills for a chance to win big money in prizes.
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Future Stars Shine Bright
The inaugural MTC Showoff showcased the next bright stars of the Midlands during the America’s Got Talent-style competition at Harbison Theatre.