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Midlands Technical College President Announces Retirement Plans
MTC Commission will launch a nationwide presidential search.
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Workforce Innovators: Using Apprenticeships to Solve Challenges
So how do employers find and keep talent in this challenging labor market? Three employers recently shared about the success of apprenticeships during a webinar hosted by MTC Business Solutions.
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Coronavirus Impact Update March 31: Governor closes non-essential businesses
This afternoon, Governor Henry McMaster ordered the closing of all non-essential businesses in South Carolina.
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Full-Stack Web Developer | Training Certificate
In five to six months, you can be working for a company creating websites and web-enabled software systems as a full stack web developer. Earn over $38 an hour on average, using a variety of programming languages to create the environment for everything that web users see and touch. If you are
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Johnson Controls and Midlands Technical College Showcase Skilled Trades Partnership
Workforce development collaboration strengthens South Carolina’s talent pipeline
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School of Business Day
On Tuesday, September 21, we showcase the college's pathways in Management, Marketing, Accounting, Event Planning, Customer Service, and more.
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Midlands Entrepreneurs to Share Secrets of Success
Lou Kennedy, Vanessa Mota, and Carolyn Sawyer headline “Wonder Women Wednesday” in honor of Womens History Month.
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Putting Our Lives in Their Hands
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
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Community College Business Officers Honor Dr. Ronald L. Rhames
The Community College Business Officers honored Midlands Technical College President, Dr. Ronald L. Rhames, for his service to the college and organization.
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Success Story
Nicole McCune
Nicole McCune received the Peggy Hall Small Foundation Scholarship, which supported her to meet her goals and graduate from MTC. “At the time, I was facing challenges financially, and receiving the money was another motivation for me to do my best,” said McCune. She says the scholarship allowed her
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Heavy Equipment Operator - Transportation and Public Works | Training Certificate
This 180 hour program focuses training on the Backhoe Loader, Motor Grader, and Skid-Steer Loader. These are the three pieces of heavy equipment most used by municipalities and transportation departments in conducting maintenance on existing transportation, utility, and public works infrastructure
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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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Database Analyst | Training Certificate
Every business has data needs, and database analysts are in high demand across industries. These professionals create, manage, and optimize databases to help organizations unlock the full potential of their data. In this program, you’ll gain skills in relational databases, data normalization
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Web Design | Academic Certificate
The Web Design and Maintenance Certificate allows students to gain the fundamentals of good web design, database connections, and interactive web page programming. The Web Design and Maintenance Certificate is part of the Applied Computing initiative and provides a knowledge base for supporting a
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Applied Psychology | Associate in Arts
Completing the Associate in Arts degree (A.A.) with a concentration in Applied Psychology allows students to gain the skills and expertise to become mental health program managers, market researchers or human rights advocates, or start their path to a career in counseling, school psychology
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Accounting | Academic Certificate
The Certificate in Accounting provides a solid introduction to the essentials of accounting. Certificate graduates will gain a basic foundation in accounting principles, technical and analytical skills, and popular software, including QuickBooks and Excel, so that they may enter the workforce ready
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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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Automotive Brake, Suspension, and Steering Repair | Academic Certificate
The Automotive Brake, Suspension, and Steering Repair Academic Certificate curriculum at Midlands Technical College provides students with an up-to-date training program that will develop their knowledge of all phases of suspension and brake service through hands-on training. MTC also prepares
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Patient Care Technician | Training Certificate
With training as a Patient Care Technician, also known as a patient aide, graduates will be able to work in a variety of healthcare settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, home health care agencies, and doctors’ offices. The Patient Care Technician program combines training in Medical
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Midlands Technical College and Truist Announce S.C.’s First Mobile Heavy Equipment Operator Program
$700,000 donated to MTC Foundation to fund new program.
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Computer Engineering (2 + 2) | Associate in Applied Science
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year engineering program. Students wishing to pursue a degree in computer engineering at a four-year institution should enroll in the AAS.EGRF degree. This is an engineering fundamentals degree that allows students to identify a
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Electrical Engineering (2 + 2) | Associate in Applied Science
This degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year engineering program. Students wishing to pursue a degree in electrical engineering at a four-year institution should enroll in the AAS.EGRF degree. This is an engineering fundamentals degree that allows students to identify a
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Machine Tool | Academic Certificate
The Machine Tool certificate program provides the student with the basic skills in manual machining to enter the manufacturing or machining industry. Machinists are required in every facet of manufacturing and this certificate will prepare students for a career in the rapidly advancing manufacturing
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TCube Solutions
TCube Solutions is investing $1.7 million and adding 100 new jobs as it prepares to move into its new home in the Bull Street First Base Building in Columbia, S.C. Midlands Technical College offers companies like TCube a blueprint for success by providing an exceptional talent pool of first-class
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William E. Brewer
“The superior space at MTC enabled us to increase our manufacturing capacity while providing us access to network with and hire skilled students to grow.” William E. Brewer, Ph.D., F-ABFT, President and CEO, DPX Technologies, LLC DPX Technologies, LLC manufactures and sells consumable products for
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MTC Partners with High Schools and Industry to Move Students Quickly into Manufacturing Careers
Midlands Technical College is partnering with five area high school Career and Technology Education Centers and 12 industry partners to move technically talented high school students quickly into great-paying jobs in the local manufacturing industry.
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Emma Anderson
Midlands Technical College officially opened its new Veterans Success Center on the Beltline Campus for service members and veterans to connect and network. The center is home to the only VetSuccess on Campus (VSOC) site in South Carolina, designated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. "If
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Coronavirus Mitigation and Education
Message from the President
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Columbia’s Future: Education is the Equalizer
The State newspaper in Columbia published an op-ed by MTC President Dr. Ron Rhames.
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Weather Related Closings
Winter Weather Update: We’re monitoring forecasts for wintry weather that could impact the state over the weekend.
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Phi Theta Kappa Members Recognized Regionally and Nationally; MTC Administrators Receive Accolades
The Alpha Eta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa received over a dozen awards and honorable mentions during their regional convention. Plus, six Mavericks honored with national scholarships.
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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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MTC Commission Meeting Schedule - 2025-26
MTC Commission Calendar July 2025 - June 2026 All meetings begin at 8:00 a.m. unless otherwise indicated. Commission meeting locations will be determined by the chair. Meeting locations for all Commission Committees will be determined by the committee chair. July 2025 Commission Meeting — Wednesday
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Real Leadership: Leadership Society Opens Doors for MTC Students
One day, MTC student Abigail Eiler received an email from one of her instructors that would change her life.
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Midlands Technical College Finance and Accounting Leadership Honored by Community College Business Officers Association
The Midlands Technical College Finance and Accounting leadership team is receiving high recognition from the one of the premier community college associations that serves current and future business officers.
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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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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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Graduation: Building Occupational Opportunities in the Midlands (BOOM)
Students learn skills to succeed in the homebuilding industry.
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Real Sustainability: Investments are Critical to Student and Community Success
Investments in Midlands Technical College mean putting dollars to work for the students, the workforce, and the community.
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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.