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Midlands Technical College Graduates 1,600+ Students
The college held its annual commencement ceremony on May 3, 2023 at the Colonial Life Areana.
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Midlands Technical College Unveils Mascot
A bull named “Mav” leads the MTC Mavericks into Fall semester.
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Registered Apprenticeship Programs: Don't Leave Money on the Table
Many organizations are doing it, but not getting all the benefits they are due.
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MTC Commission Names Dr. Sonny White as President Emeritus
Dr. White was MTC’s fifth president, serving from 2006-2015
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Airport Plane-Crash Exercise Gives MTC Students Life-Changing Lessons
When the Columbia Metropolitan Airport needed volunteer victims for a plane-crash exercise, Midlands Technical College students were quick to respond.
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MTC Leads on Workforce Development
Midlands Technical College’s mission is to provide higher education opportunities that stimulate the local economy by generating a world-class workforce and enhancing the social vitality of the community.
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Articulation Agreements Provide Significant Savings on the Path to In-Demand Careers
The newest articulation agreement with Lander University makes it easy for students to graduate from MTC with a two-year associate degree in criminal justice and then seamlessly transfer to the four-year university.
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Midlands Technical College Finishes Number Two in the Nation at SkillsUSA
For the fourth consecutive year, MTC's Building Construction students placed within the top three in the nation at SkillsUSA, winning silver in this year's (2025) national competition.
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Real Prepared: Corporate Investments with MTC Build Talent Pipeline
Midlands Technical College and the Columbia Chamber of Commerce are joining forces and launching the Midlands Youth Apprenticeship program
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April Lewis
It hasn’t been easy. April Lewis received the call no military spouse wants to get. Her husband was killed in action in Iraq. After that blow, she went to a dark place, but Lewis says the darkness lifted when she saw the light of opportunity at Midlands Technical College. Lewis decided to pick
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SC Technical College System Announces Partnership with Columbia College
“Tech to Teach” Partnership is Designed as a Teacher Certification Pathway for SC Technical College System Students
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Turning Big Ideas into the American Dream
Being a successful business owner has been the “American Dream” for many individuals, but Tom Ledbetter, MTC’s Associate Vice Provost for Entrepreneurship and Educational Support, says communities across the country are beginning to see the value of growing their own entrepreneurs to make sure the local economy is able to keep pace with the future.
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Midlands Technical College Students Win Gold in National Skills Competition
Building Construction Technology team won gold over the weekend in Atlanta.
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By the Numbers: Developing the Workforce Through Training and Corporate Partnerships
Midlands Technical College Corporate and Continuing Education (CCE) is a key driver of workforce development in the Midlands.
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The Second City, The World-Renowned Comedy Troupe, at Harbison Theatre
The next generation of superstars celebrate the theatre’s 10-year anniversary on October 1
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SPOTLIGHT: Elos America
“We welcome companies like Aquarium Partners that desire a relationship with an academic institution and all the educational services MTC has to offer.”
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Maverick Talent Takes Center Stage at Midlands Tech’s Annual "MTC Showoff"
Midlands Technical College annual "Showoff" at Harbison Theatre highlights 10 finalists who compete on night for the title of "The Biggest Showoff" and the grand prize of $1,000. Calvin Guyette won the biggest showoff and the Alvarado sisters took home the audience favorite award.
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Pandemic reveals true value in technical education
Years from now, histories will be published about the worldwide impact of COVID-19 in 2020.
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Deadline Approaches for Midlands Technical College Foundation Scholarships
Students have until October 31st to submit an application
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MTC General Counsel: 2022 Black History Month Honoree
Attorney Joseph Bias to be recognized by the Richland Two School District
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MTC Business Affairs Leadership Elected to State, Regional, and National Offices
Three Midlands Technical College leaders in the Business Affairs Division have been elected to serve.
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The Dick Goodwin Big Band Continues Local Music Series at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
Jazz Legend Brings Friends and Guests to HT@MTC on January 18
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"As manufacturing jobs pour into SC, how is virtual reality shaping workforce training?"
Midlands Technical College program director Mike Ross spoke with The Post and Courier/The Free Times about teaching and learning with new technology.
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Thelma Houston Performs "My Motown Memories and More" at Harbison Theatre
Featuring a tribute to her labelmate Mary Wilson, Houston returns to Irmo stage
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"Building Her Career from the Ground Up"
"Wired with determination and a love for building, Eva Carroll has risen from a curious high schooler to a SkillsUSA national medalist. As the only woman on her college TeamWorks team, she proved skill beats stereotypes — and she’s already setting her sights on the next championship."
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Midlands Technical College Flips the Script in Response to COVID-19
Almost half of MTC courses are offered under new instructional model.
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New Partners Embrace Seventh Season of Harbison Theatre at MTC
Since its inception, Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College has relied on generous help from businesses and organizations in the Midlands to sponsor some of the larger performances and series that are offered each year.
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"Educators preparing healthcare workers amid COVID-19 threat"
The Columbia Regional Business Report interviewed Midlands Technical College faculty members for a news article.
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"Advancing welding careers in SC"
Midlands Technical College’s Welding Program Director Caleb Fulwood was a guest on South Carolina Public Radio’s “South Carolina Business Review” on December 8th.
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Lasting Legacy: Midlands Technical College Honors Black History Month
The ninth annual Harbison History Day was celebrated on Wednesday, February 21. Graduates and their families returned to campus for a luncheon and a ceremonial bell ringing.
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A Gospel Celebration Comes to Harbison Theatre
Join John Lakin and Friends for a night of joy and praise
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Powerhouse Vocals, Multi-Instrumentalists, and Nashville Favorites - Farewell Angelina Plays at HT@MTC on February 28
This all-female country group brings their unique sound to Irmo
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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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Maverick Market officially opens at Midlands Technical College
Maverick Market is a place for all MTC students to refuel, refresh, and recharge.
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The Real Formula for Student Success
Student success is a hallmark of Midlands Technical College and a large focus of MTC’s Strategic Plan.
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Midlands Youth Apprenticeship Program Launches in 2023
Special Interest Sessions Available for Interested Families
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Here Comes Dasher, and Dancer, and Prancer, and Morihiko at Harbison Theatre at MTC for Holiday Pops on December 15
This Festive Event with the South Carolina Philharmonic Returns for Eighth Year
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Project Manager 2 | Training Certificate
Advance your career in just 2–3 months with the Project Manager II program. Built to align with Project Management Institute (PMI) standards, this advanced program provides the skills and expertise needed to lead projects in both traditional and Agile environments. Through two core courses—PMP Prep
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Supervisory | Training Certificate
This supervisory certificate is a comprehensive blend of theory and experiential learning tools that provides exceptional training for managers. Do you ever face issues such as turnover, low morale, or business growth? Today’s workplace presents all-new challenges to supervisors and requires a
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Transfer Studies | Academic Certificate
The Transfer Studies Certificate is designed for participants in the residential Gamecock Gateway program in partnership with the University of South Carolina. Program participants are required to successfully complete the following 30 transferable credit hours with a minimum 2.5 transferable grade
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Transfer
Commercial Graphics Communications | Associate in Applied Science
At the completion of this program, graduates will have the skills to begin a career in a number of different graphic-production industries including screen printing, offset lithographic production, and vehicle wrapping. These highly technical industries include the design and production of various
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Routing and Network Configuration | Academic Certificate
The certificate in Routing and Networking Configuration is a CCNA level series of routing and networking configuration courses. This sequence of courses will assist the student in preparing for national certification. The certificate focuses on the configuration of the physical infrastructure
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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