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Paralegal Studies | Academic Certificate
Students with a Bachelor's Degree or higher can enroll in this paralegal certificate program to learn the skills needed for this career. The Paralegal Studies Certificate program is an eight-course, 24-credit-hour program that prepares students to assist lawyers in carrying out their professional
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Fall in Love During "Le Ballet de l’Amour" at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College on February 14
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the Columbia City Ballet
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Paralegal Studies | Associate in Applied Science
Study for an in-demand career in law as a paralegal. The Paralegal Studies Program at Midlands Technical College is designed for students who are seeking a flexible and affordable path to earning an ABA-approved paralegal degree for immediate employment in a legal environment. The Program is also
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Devin Henson
“The Differential Equations math class I taught at MTC launched a high altitude weather balloon (HAB) with a GoPro camera. From planning, design, setup, launch, and retrieval, this first-of-its-kind project at MTC was made possible only because of the full funding provided by the MTC Foundation. The
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Instructor Advocates for Bullying Awareness by Engaging Students Through the Power of Filmmaking
Dory Hoffman, an adjunct instructor in MTC’s English Department, is finding success in her English 101 and 102 classes with a sought-after lesson plan that engages students through filmmaking, social media, and social justice advocacy.
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Harbison Theatre Welcomes Cinderella
Columbia City Ballet to present classic fairytale to audiences in Irmo
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Kalen Allen, Ellen DeGeneres’ Right-Hand-Guy, Visits South Carolina for the First Time Ever at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
Join this larger-than-life personality on stage for a fun variety-style show to laugh, play, and celebrate
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Digital Marketing | Academic Certificate
The Digital Marketing Certificate prepares graduates for the fast-paced world of digital marketing. Graduates will be able to develop effective marketing strategies, enhance website rankings, create engaging content, design eye-catching visuals, and analyze data to drive informed decisions. With
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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
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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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Web Software Developer and Engineer | Training Certificate
This program provides individuals with no prior computer programming experience the necessary skills to become junior full-stack developers ready for immediate employment. The course covers programming languages such as HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, JAVA, as well as databases (such as relational and NoSQL
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Early Care and Education | Associate in Applied Science
Graduates of this program can teach in child care or Head Start or work as a teacher’s assistant in public school. The Associate Degree in Early Care and Education is based on best practices and current research in the field of early childhood education. This degree provides students with the
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Geography and Environmental Studies | Associate in Arts
Completing the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) with a concentration in Geography and Environmental Studies prepares students for rewarding and impactful careers in environmental science and conservation, natural and cultural resource management, disaster and emergency management, policy making
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Desktop and Server Administrator | Training Certificate
Desktop and server administrators play a vital role in maintaining network hardware and software, ensuring the continuous availability of networks for all users. They are responsible for performing essential maintenance and implementing security measures for both data centers and cloud-based
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Entrepreneurship | Associate in Applied Science
This two-year program provides students with essential business knowledge and cultivates an entrepreneurial mindset through practical learning experiences. It also offers valuable networking opportunities with industry professionals, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to identify opportunities
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The Curtain Is Rising for the 2023-2024 Harbison Theatre Season
From Grammy nominated and winning musicians, comedians, international tribute bands, and award winning orchestras, this is the largest season the theatre has debuted since its founding.
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MTC Dean Ray Thomas Named 2025 Palmetto Power Education Honoree
Ray Thomas, Midlands Technical College’s Dean of the School of Business and the School of Advanced Manufacturing and Skilled Trades, has been named one of 15 "Palmetto Power Education Honorees" by SC Biz News for 2025.
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Commercial Driver's License (CDL) | Training Certificate
The CDL-A program is offered in in a weekday or weekend format. The weekday option meets Monday through Thursday, from 7 am-5:30 pm for four weeks and the weekend option meets Saturday and Sunday, 7 am-5:30 pm for eight weeks. Graduates will be prepared to test for a Class A Commercial Driver’s
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Nuclear Medicine Technology | Academic Certificate
A pivotal figure in disease diagnosis and treatment, the nuclear medicine technologist assumes a crucial role. Merging chemistry, physics, mathematics, information technology, and medicine, nuclear medicine employs radioactivity for both diagnosis and treatment. This sophisticated discipline offers
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Midlands Technical College Students Inducted into Nation's Largest Leadership Honor Society in 2018
The Midlands Technical College Chapter of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) celebrated the induction of 57 new student members selected for membership based on either academic standing or leadership potential.
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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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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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Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College Opens Colorful 11th Season
Notable acts include the Purple xPeRIeNCE Tribute Show and country music star Craig Morgan
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Midlands Technical College Announces Finalists of Presidential Search
Four candidates are being considered to replace Dr. Ron Rhames this Summer.
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Dental Hygiene | Associate in Applied Science
Start your career in a dental office providing preventive oral care. Dental Hygiene graduates consistently perform at a high level on licensure exams, and they go on to practice as Registered Dental Hygienists. The Dental Hygiene Associate Degree includes instruction in principles of preventive oral
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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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Midlands Technical College Students Inducted Into Nation’s Largest Leadership Honor Society in 2020
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.
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Midlands Technical College Foundation Receives $1 Million Donation
Lowe's Foundation makes MTC the first community and technical college Gable Grant recipient from South Carolina.
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Garrett Davis
“For someone who came in as green as me with no prior maintenance experience, I felt like the program met and exceeded my expectations,” said Garrett. “I was able to take the classes while working. “I enjoyed the hands-on lessons and everything I learned in class was relevant.” But things changed in
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MTC President Dr. Greg Little Recognized as a 2025 “50 Most Influential” People Honoree by Columbia Business Monthly
Midlands Technical College (MTC) President Dr. Gregory Little has been selected as a member of the 2025 “50 Most Influential” class by Columbia Business Monthly.
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Samuel Angeles
When Sam graduated from Spring Valley High School in Columbia, SC, he wasn’t exactly sure what he wanted to do next. Up until that point, his main focus was to be responsible in school. “I was anxious and unsure about my future and what I wanted to do. My family would tell me to work hard and stay
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals
Nephron Pharmaceuticals partners with MTC to fill the jobs gap. "We recently opened a new greenfield facility just outside of Columbia, SC. Midlands Technical College was a major factor in determining our location choice. We expect to double in size over the next few years, so it was important to
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Justin Brown
Justin Brown graduated at the top of his high school class and had the opportunity to attend any college he wanted. He chose MTC. "Midlands Technical College was the right choice for me coming right out of high school. After graduating in the top 15% of Boiling Springs High School in Spartanburg, I
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Jessica Addison
"Midlands Technical College and the Michelin Technical Scholar Program put me in a job I love." I never planned for a career in manufacturing, but after earning my bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of South Carolina, I was job hunting for two years and couldn’t find a job I liked. I
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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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Harbison Theatre is Setting the Stage for Another Exciting Year
Get ready for a full list of shows and events for 2024-2025.
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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.