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Sierra Artemus
Artemus graduated from Midlands Tech in 2015 and took a non-traditional career path. Thanks to her life lessons, she has strong words of advice people looking at education as a way to transform their tomorrow -- "Your future is in your hands. If you want something out of life, you have to work hard
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Welding Qualifications | Academic Certificate
The Academic Welding Qualifications Certificate features in-depth lecture content in isometric pipe drawings, job estimation, AWS D1.1 and API 1104 welding codes, metallurgy, advanced welding fabrication, welding repair, all position combo pipe welding, and destructive and non-destructive testing
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Help Desk | Academic Certificate
The Help Desk certificate provides the foundation for students to work in an organization’s help desk environment. Graduates learn computer technologies, networking, technical communications, and are comprehensively trained to thrive as a help desk technician. Completing this certificate will enable
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Database Development | Academic Certificate
The Database Development certificate provides the student with an opportunity to gain knowledge and work with relational databases. The student will use SQL in the design and manipulation of the database. The student will develop Windows-based interfaces as well as internet-based interfaces. The
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Applications Programming | Academic Certificate
The Application Programming Certificate provides the foundation for students to build and develop an understanding of coding, designing, testing, and debugging applications in high-level programming languages. The Application Programming Certificate provides the foundation for an entry-level
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HVAC/R Technician | Diploma
The diploma in Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Mechanics is also the first year of the Associate Degree in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Technology. It provides the graduate with the basic technical, math and communication skills needed to enter the service industry. Learning experiences
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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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First Aid | Training Certificate
This program will give you the general principles of First Aid, including medical emergencies, injury emergencies, and environmental emergencies according to American Heart Association and National Safety Council guidelines.
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Emergency Medical Technology – Paramedic | Associate in Applied Science
Complete your degree by applying your paramedic certification and other credentials toward your Associate Degree in Emergency Medical Technology. You may be eligible for a maximum of 45 credit hours that may be applied toward your degree. Earning your Associate Degree could expose you to more
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Brandon Langston
Langton’s high school offered many trade programs, and through their career center, he chose commercial graphics. That program sparked his interest and drove him to enroll in MTC’s Commercial Graphics Associate Degree program. “Starting college, I was immature and thought I knew it all,” Langston
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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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MTC Graduates 1,700+, including First Class to Earn Paramedic Certificates
Virtual ceremonies safely recognized student perseverance during pandemic.
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Joe Johnson
"Midlands Technical College taught me everything I needed to know about college. I went there to earn my GED and ended up taking full advantage of the offerings at MTC and staying for two years. My experience was incredibly valuable. After I left MTC, I went on to the University of South Carolina
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Message from the President: Federal Funding Update
Dr. Greg Little shares an update with faculty, staff, students, and community.
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Non Profit Minute – Nancy McKinney, Midlands Technical College Foundation
The Who’s on the Move Non Profit Minute is a production of MidlandsBiz and highlights the impact of non-profit organizations in communities across the Columbia area.
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Mav on Campus Day
MAV is planning to make special appearances at the Airport, Beltline, and Northeast Campuses, and he's bringing Myles the Jeep with him for Schools of Study Week!
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UPDATE: Beltline Campus Incident on Friday, September 6
An update following the lockdown on the Beltline Campus on Friday, September 6, 2024.
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We’re Ready to Welcome You Back
A message from MTC President Dr. Greg Little
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Applications Open for MTC Foundation Scholarships
Thousands of dollars available to students, whether academic or continuing education
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"SC nursing graduates authorized to work in hospitals before getting licensed"
In exploring how a "temporary order helps understaffed hospitals and recent nursing graduates looking for employment," News 19 called on Midlands Technical College student Quentin Sills.
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Midlands Technical College Graduates New Paramedics
The entire cohort has full-time job offers from surrounding EMS partners following graduation.
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Midlands Technical College’s Tom Ledbetter Named Ambassador of the Year by Greater Irmo Chamber
Tom Ledbetter, the Associate Vice Provost with the Center for Entrepreneurship and Educational Support at Midlands Technical College, was selected as the Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Year.
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Face Covering Requirement Expires
Face coverings will no longer be required indoors on MTC campuses.
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National Marketing Council Honors Midlands Technical College
MTC only S.C. technical college to win top award for design and communication
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Independence Day Tribute: The Confidence Obstacle Course at Fort Jackson
*The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense visual information does not imply or constitute DOD endorsement.
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"Best of Columbia 2021"
Voted the Best Continuing Education Institutionhttps://www.postandcourier.com/free-times/best-of-columbia-2021/article_f077cf18-0418-11ec-9538-b738413f76c3.html
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Message from MTC President Dr. Greg Little
College closed Monday (Sept. 30), Community recovery continues
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Midlands Technical College Foundation Announces $150,000 in Scholarships
Current students can apply now for 87 awards.
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The New Look of Learning
New virtual offerings will make up 45% of fall courses, with another 16% being online courses, 33% being delivered on-campus, and 6% in the hybrid format. Watch demos of virtual courses in Biology, English, Math and Theater.
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Success Story
Kennedy Rose
Although fearful of the shift from high school to college, Kennedy decided to pursue the Paralegal Studies program. While working full time at Moore Bradley Law Firm, Kennedy was able to arrange her courses around her work schedule with the help of the different class options MTC offers. From night
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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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Jonathan McCain
McCain has always wanted to make a difference and after retiring from military service, he found the path to a career in Criminal Justice thanks to Midlands Technical College.