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Featuring a salute to the "Queen of Soul," Aretha Franklin – Houston brings a medley of classic songs to the Midlands

For three years, Midlands Technical College and representatives from every school district in Lexington, Richland, and Fairfield counties have participated in annual summits to shape realistic solutions for high school students to get the education needed to find good-paying jobs upon graduation.

March is Women’s History Month. Since Midlands Technical College was founded in 1974, women have been integral to the success of our students, uplifting our entire community.

Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College to host an America’s Got Talent-style competition

Student success is a hallmark of Midlands Technical College and a large focus of MTC’s Strategic Plan.

Choosing MTC can save thousands compared to other colleges and universities, and the value is real

The college held its annual commencement ceremony on May 3, 2023 at the Colonial Life Areana.

During 2021 there was a labor shortage. Forty-eight million people quit their jobs. The rate is slowing down, but not by much. So where did they go? We have called this the “great reshuffling.” They retired, found another position better suited for their skills with their current employer, or switched industries. People are reshuffling for competitive pay, job flexibility and to prevent burnout. What does this mean for us? It means we have to be creative and offer different solutions for our workforce.

A bull named “Mav” leads the MTC Mavericks into Fall semester.

Seven high school seniors graduated this past week and become the first group to complete The Midlands Youth Apprenticeship Program.

Many organizations are doing it, but not getting all the benefits they are due.

The South Carolina Automotive Dealers Association and Midlands Technical College recently held a signing day for its automotive technician apprentices.

Dr. White was MTC’s fifth president, serving from 2006-2015

When the Columbia Metropolitan Airport needed volunteer victims for a plane-crash exercise, Midlands Technical College students were quick to respond.

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.

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.

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.

Midlands Technical College and the Columbia Chamber of Commerce are joining forces and launching the Midlands Youth Apprenticeship program

MTC Aerospace Engineering students participate in Lockheed Martin's F-16 flight demonstrator at the S.C. Statehouse.

Do you or your business know the resources that are available to help grow your workforce? The MTC Business Solutions team has a slew of information in their latest installment of webinars that provides tools and resources to help you attract and retain the best talent in the Midlands.

“Tech to Teach” Partnership is Designed as a Teacher Certification Pathway for SC Technical College System Students

Real Partnerships: The Apprenticeship Impact, Online Training Integration, and a Seat at the Table

Building Construction Technology team won gold over the weekend in Atlanta.

Event recognizing students to be held in December

The next generation of superstars celebrate the theatre’s 10-year anniversary on October 1

Midlands Technical College Corporate and Continuing Education (CCE) is a key driver of workforce development in the Midlands.

“We welcome companies like Aquarium Partners that desire a relationship with an academic institution and all the educational services MTC has to offer.”

When someone in the Midlands calls 911 or takes a trip in an ambulance, there’s a chance the responding medical professional received training at Midlands Technical College

The emergency services industry has seen a huge number of changes over the last decade. One of those changes is the increased number of medical emergencies being handled by fire services, resulting in interesting new dynamics for employee training and development programs.

The intense drama will thrill audiences on January 15

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.

The Midlands Technical College Sigma Alpha Pi Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) celebrated the induction of 73 new student members.

Students have until October 31st to submit an application

Our faculty and staff continue to work daily to implement improvements that will help you be successful.

Attorney Joseph Bias to be recognized by the Richland Two School District

Three Midlands Technical College leaders in the Business Affairs Division have been elected to serve.