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Midlands Technical College Commissioner Honored
Diane Sumpter wins Lifetime Achievement Award from business group
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Message from MTC President Dr. Greg Little
College closed Monday (Sept. 30), Community recovery continues
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Dr. Greg Little Receives Paragon Award for New Presidents
A news release from the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
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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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Heather Williams, RDH
"What's so great about the faculty at Midlands Technical College? They make you feel like you can change the world! When I started out in the dental hygiene program, I knew I was in the best program. I just didn’t realize how important the faculty would be in encouraging me to live out a dream. My
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Fire Department Meets Training Needs Through Customized Apprenticeships
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.
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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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Vicki Givens
Vicki Givens’ QuickJobs scholarship helped her change careers and make a significantly higher salary. “MTC has changed my life. . . At 40 years old, I went from living paycheck-to-paycheck to building a new home and sending my daughter on a foreign exchange program.” Vicki Givens is a 2015 graduate
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The Second City, The World-Renowned Comedy Troupe, at Harbison Theatre
The next generation of superstars celebrate the theatre’s 10-year anniversary on October 1
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"Educators preparing healthcare workers amid COVID-19 threat"
The Columbia Regional Business Report interviewed Midlands Technical College faculty members for a news article.
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Outdoor Show with Food, Drinks, and Fun Comes to Harbison Theatre at MTC
First-ever “Carolina Shout Festival” features local musical acts on May 7
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Nearly 2,400 Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates Awarded at 2019 Midlands Technical College Commencement
Record set for largest number of high school students graduating, and Honorary Degree awarded posthumously to Senator Ernest (Fritz) Hollings
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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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Articulation Agreements Provide Significant Savings on the Path to In-Demand Careers
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.
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Fifth-Annual High School Welding Competition at Midlands Technical College
Midlands Technical College (MTC) held its fifth-annual High School Welding Skills Competition on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Welding Technologies Center on the Airport Campus.
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Career Expo Brings Students, Alumni, and Employers Full Circle
At the 2024 Engineering Technologies Career Expo, local employers met with MTC students and alumni to network and discuss employment opportunities at their companies.
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The Big Easy Heads to the Midlands – The Soul Rebels with Tonya Boyd-Cannon Hit the HT@MTC Stage
Join these two New Orleans powerhouses on November 8 at 7:30 PM
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Real Passion for Giving
Interconnectivity is important to Rivers. She says her desire to give to Midlands Technical College is a product of following the Golden Rule.
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Tennessee Williams’ Classic "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" Kicks off National Theatre Live ON SCREEN Series at HT@MTC
Sienna Miller and company star in this revival from London’s West End
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Flying the Falcon: MTC Students Take to the Skies
MTC Aerospace Engineering students participate in Lockheed Martin's F-16 flight demonstrator at the S.C. Statehouse.
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Something Larger than Myself
Johnathan D. McFadden's time fishing with his father, becoming a Marine, and serving as a Midlands Technical College Ambassador while studying radiology all helped point him in the direction of lifelong success.
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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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Lasting Legacy: Midlands Technical College Honors Black History Month
The ninth annual Harbison History Day was celebrated on Wednesday, February 21. Graduates and their families returned to campus for a luncheon and a ceremonial bell ringing.
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Our Transition Back to Normal Means Meeting Student Needs
Details about future class offerings and upcoming celebration ceremonies.
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Next Level Leadership | Training Certificate
The workplace is ever changing and leaders must continue to enhance skills to keep up with the changes. This six-month series continues to help build an individual’s leadership skills and provide tools for them to excel. This program is intended for those who have completed the Supervisory
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AI and Machine Learning | Academic Certificate
The AI and Machine Learning Certificate provides the foundation for students to develop data analysis models and build visualizations of insights discovered. Skills learned in this certificate enable entry-level analysts to collect, prepare, and interpret data and then visualize new insights
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Management | Associate in Applied Science
The management program is a well-rounded foundation that ensures that students will have the versatility and skills needed to excel in today's competitive business environment. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level management positions that could include sales, banking, transportation/logistics
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Personal Trainer | Training Certificate
During this six-week class, offered on Saturdays, students gain the knowledge and experience to pass the national exam and become certified as a personal trainer. Work with clients one-on-one in gyms, spas, medical facilities, or work for yourself. This nationally accredited program covers both
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Architectural Computer Graphics | Academic Certificate
Learn the fundamentals of computer-aided design, drafting, and project management. This certificate also prepares you to pursue a degree in AET. The Architectural Computer Graphics Certificate is a two-semester (25 credit hour) program that addresses the basics of architectural drafting. The program
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Employee Relations Law Certificate | Training Certificate
The certificate in Employee Relations Law series is designed to provide a comprehensive, practical, convenient, and cost-effective way to acquire knowledge about complex employment laws. These laws impact virtually every employment-related decision. Each class is taught by a local attorney who
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Architectural Design Technology | Academic Certificate
Become specialized in architectural design methodology with this academic certificate. If you are pursuing a degree in AET, this course of study is designed to provide a basic introduction to architectural engineering. The Architectural Design Technology Certificate is a two-semester program that
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Architectural System and Codes | Academic Certificate
Learn how to “design to code,” the fundamentals of computer-aided design and building systems, as well as local and national building codes. This certificate is perfect if you want to learn a basic introduction to architectural engineering technology and if you intend to pursue a degree in AET. The
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Computer Technology Web Developer | Associate in Applied Science
Completing the Computer Technology Web Developer Associate Degree is a great way to provide the foundational skills needed to enter the workforce. The Web Developer AS Degree can prepare students to become programmers who specialize in the development of web applications using a client-server model
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Heavy Equipment Operator – Comprehensive | Training Certificate
This 360 hour program focuses training on the Backhoe Loader, Dozer, Motor Grader, Front End Loader, Excavator and Skid-Steer Loader. These are the six pieces of heavy equipment most used by companies and local governments on various new construction projects as well as existing infrastructure
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Heavy Equipment Operator - Construction | Training Certificate
This 180 hour program focuses training on the Dozer, Excavator and Front End Loader and takes approximately five months to complete. These are three pieces of heavy equipment most used by companies and local governments on various new construction projects as well as existing infrastructure