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Midlands Technical College Offers Condensed Automotive Technology Program for Scout Motors Employees
Midlands Technical College (MTC) is offering a new condensed automotive technology program for Scout Motors employees. Instruction began February 23, 2026, at the EV manufacturer’s new Blythewood training facility, which officially opened April 20, 2026.
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Wofford College Honors Vickie Muller
Wofford College has honored Vickie Muller, MTC associate director of financial services, with the Charles H. Gray ’72 Distinguished Service Award.
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Midlands Technical College Freezes Tuition through end of 2020
During a virtual town hall for students Thursday evening in Columbia, Midlands Technical College announced a tuition freeze.
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Midlands Technical College Foundation Welcomes Three New Trustees
Peyton Bryant, Christopher Clark, and Neil Jones will serve through June 2028
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Midlands Technical College and Herzing University Sign New Nursing Agreement
MTC and Herzing University signed an agreement that will open a new transfer pathway for Nursing students aiming to earn a Bachelor of Science (BSN), and possibly a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
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Apprenticeships that Work: Heavy Equipment Operators in Lexington County
Midlands Tech and our Corporate and Continuing Education division works regularly with government entities and businesses to train employees on everything from heavy equipment to sterile processing to office software systems.
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Using Apprenticeships as an Employee Retention Tool
Lead Business Solutions Director Jeremy Catoe shares how companies can and should use apprenticeships as a way to grow their workforce.
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S.C. Jazz Masterworks Ensemble to Perform at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
Join Robert Gardiner and an 18-Piece Big Band in Final “Carolina Shout” Show on April 26
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MTC Staff Member Recognized as 20 Under 40 Leader
Jonathan Sorrenti is a systems manager and military police officer
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“Onpoint! with Cynthia Hardy” Features MTC Executive Director of Programs
On Sunday, April 26, 2026, WWDM radio’s “Onpoint! with Cynthia Hardy” hosted a conversation about the educational, economic, and workforce development impacts of Scout Motors on the Midlands.
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Johnson Controls Supports Workforce Training at Midlands Technical College
Company grants $100,000 to MTC Foundation for purchasing new training equipment
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MTC Golf Classic Raises $75,000 for Students
Money funds scholarships for military members, veterans and their families.
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Two Exceptional Midlands Technical College Leaders Honored
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners recognized the individuals during their annual academy.
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MTC Announces New Commission Leadership and New Appointee
The Midlands Technical College (MTC) Commission has elected new leadership and welcomed a new commissioner to the governing board.
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Tammi Byrd
The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes alumni who, over an extended period of time or through a singular achievement, have reached exemplary success in their field, or provided extraordinary service to MTC, their community, state, or nation. Tammi Byrd graduated with an Associate in Science in
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Licensure Disclosures
State Licensure Eligibility Programs at MTC are designed to meet South Carolina requirements for licensure or certification. Professional licensure and certification requirements vary widely from state to state. The College works to determine whether programs meet the educational requirements for
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Dual Enrollment Trains a Skilled Workforce
In the past year, participation in dual enrollment (DE@MTC) rose 20%, with more than 900 students participating.
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Midlands Technical College President: 2024 Palmetto Power
The list honors key stakeholders in the three geographic areas of South Carolina: Upstate, Midlands, Lowcountry.
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Beloved Children’s Character Comes to Life in Family-Friendly Musical
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College welcomes Junie B. Jones: The Musical
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Paging The Next Generation of Nurses
The nation is facing a critical need of nurses. Midlands Tech has a unique way of addressing the shortage.
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MTC Partners with Columbia Fire Department for Training Opportunity
Columbia Fire Department firefighters spent the week of April 12, 2021 training on the Beltline Campus.
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Advancing Education Through Public Charter Schools
Midlands Technical College received the 2022 Charter Champion of the Year Award from the Public Charter School Alliance of South Carolina.
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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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Ashley Ramirez
Ashley Ramirez is a self-proclaimed nerd who pulled off an amazing academic feat. She earned two degrees from MTC before she graduated from high school. Her parents met while taking classes at Midlands Technical College and married shortly afterwards, so it makes sense that Ashley Ramirez felt a
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Experience the Essence of the Holidays at Harbison Theatre
Harbison Theatre invites you to experience the magic of the holiday season with one of its many performance slated during December.
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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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Midlands Technical College, University of South Carolina Clear the Path to Train More Engineers
Midlands Technical College has partnered with the University of South Carolina to make it easier and less expensive for students to enter high-demand, high-paying engineering fields.
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SC Governor Henry McMaster Attends Cornerstone Open House Event
Leaders from across the state, including S.C. Governor Henry McMaster, gathered at Midlands Technical College’s Northeast campus to celebrate the opening of the Cornerstone building and take a tour of the facility. The building was created as part of a partnership between Richland County, the South Carolina Department of Commerce, readySC, and Midlands Technical College to increase economic and workforce development in the region.
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"Richland Two Students Sign as New Midlands Youth Apprentices"
On August 28, Carolina Panorama reported on Midlands Technical College Dual Enrollment students.
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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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Harbison Theatre Hosts Return of “Drive-In” Music Night
The Dick Goodwin Quintet and Kristi Hood to provide springtime evening soundtrack
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Columbia Housing, MTC Launch Education and Workforce Development Agreement
The collaboration helps residents forge paths to self-sufficiency.
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Midlands Tech Mavericks “Showoff” Their Talent During Annual Talent Competition
The 2025 MTC Showoff brought together dancers, singers, drummers, pianists, spoken word artists at Harbison Theatre.
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Welcome, Dr. Quianna Lavant
Midlands Technical College welcomes Dr. Lavant as the new Dean of Students. Her first day with MTC is Thursday, May 15, 2025.
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Dr. Bill Mulkey
Radiologic Technology program director MTC faculty member since 1972 "I am proud to be part of Midlands Technical College. Talk about a college that makes a difference! In 1972, I helped create a two-year associate degree in science that taught radiography at MTC. Our program combined clinical
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International Aquarium Distributor Selects the MTC Enterprise Campus for U.S. Operations
The French-based company, Aquarium Partners, has chosen the Midlands Technical College Enterprise Campus as its operational center in the United States.
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"Lexington District One partners with Lexington Medical Center, Midlands Technical College, to develop medical assisting program"
Lexington County School District One announces a new medical assisting program, housed at Lexington Technology Center, in partnership with Lexington Medical Center and Midlands Technical College.
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Midlands Technical College Holds Graduation for BOOM Construction Training Program
This year, Midlands Technical College (MTC) held a graduation ceremony on May 7, 2026, for the Building Occupational Opportunities in the Midlands (BOOM) program. Nine students graduated with a 15-hour Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certificate and a Residential Construction certificate. The BOOM program is a construction job-training program for high school students with disabilities, allowing them to receive hands-on, real-world experience in the construction field.
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"Speaker, Governor Join SC Universities, Technical College System for Celebration of Transfer Agreement"
The South Carolina Technical College System joined with the President's of the University of South Carolina and Clemson University, S.C. Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Governor Henry McMaster to sign the statewide transfer agreement.