General Search
News
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.
News
Midlands Technical College Opens New Location in Lexington
The new Lexington North Lake Center will offer a variety of full programs and on-site services.
News
Midlands Technical College’s 2026 Maverick Portrait Signing
This year, Midlands Technical College student Rae Bundrick was given the opportunity to design the commemorative Maverick portrait for the college.
News
MTC Faculty Member Named to “20 Under 40” List
Mal Reeder Selected "20 Under 40"
News
"Building Her Career from the Ground Up"
"Wired with determination and a love for building, Eva Carroll has risen from a curious high schooler to a SkillsUSA national medalist. As the only woman on her college TeamWorks team, she proved skill beats stereotypes — and she’s already setting her sights on the next championship."
Success Story
April Lewis
It hasn’t been easy. April Lewis received the call no military spouse wants to get. Her husband was killed in action in Iraq. After that blow, she went to a dark place, but Lewis says the darkness lifted when she saw the light of opportunity at Midlands Technical College. Lewis decided to pick
News
MTC Faculty Garner National, Regional, and Statewide Awards
MTC faculty are of high caliber and some of the best in their fields, being recognized with national, regional, and statewide awards.
Success Story
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
News
HT@MTC’s Valentine’s Cinema Returns February 9 with "My Best Friend’s Wedding"
See the screening of this 90s hit; come early for desserts and karaoke in the lobby
Success Story
Ariana Coleman
"I started college at a private university, but I didn’t have a college fund and it was expensive. MTC opened up my eyes to all the opportunities I had. After a year of college at a private university, I decided to move to Columbia to live with my family and save money. My mom was actually the one
News
Dr. Rhames Honored in 2023 S.C. African American History Calendar
MTC President Dr. Ronald L. Rhames was honored in the 2023 S.C. African American History Calendar.
News
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.
News
Alumnus Antjuan Seawright Honored with 2024 National TRIO Achiever Award
The Midlands Technical College alumnus joins the ranks of accomplished TRIO Achiever Award recipients.
News
Phased Reopening to Begin at Midlands Technical College
First set of faculty and staff return to campus June 15
News
Midlands Technical College Foundation Elects New Board Members
Dubberly and Ewing-Turner will join Foundation’s governing board in July.
News
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.
Page
Program
Academic
Behavioral Interventionist | Academic Certificate
The Behavioral Interventionist Certificate is an 18-credit program that prepares students to support individuals facing substance abuse and mental health challenges. Graduates will be equipped to participate in essential care in a variety of settings such as mental health facilities, addiction
Program
Training
Propane and Natural Gas Installer | Training Certificate
This program is designed to provide current information. practices, and procedures to educate HVAC and plumbing professionals on how to design, install. test. and operate propane and natural gas-based HVAC and plumbing systems in a safe and efficient manner. After completing the program, individuals
Program
Academic
Transfer
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
Program
Academic
Electric Vehicle Engineering Technology | Academic Certificate
The Electric Vehicle (EV) Engineering Technology Certificate program offers students a comprehensive introduction to the principles and technologies driving the EV industry. Designed to prepare graduates for entry-level roles in the fast-growing field of electric vehicle manufacturing, this program
Program
Academic
General Studies | Academic Certificate
The General Studies certificate is designed to provide dually enrolled high school students with a broad general education foundation to facilitate their transition into higher education institutions. The certificate includes introductory courses that students may take before deciding on an academic
Program
Academic
Transfer
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
Program
Academic
HVAC/R Mechanics | Academic Certificate
The certificate in Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning/Refrigeration is composed of the first-year technical courses of the Associate Degree in Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Technology. It provides the graduate with the basic technical skills needed to enter the service industry. The
Program
Training
Interior Decorator | Training Certificate
Get a detailed view of the word of interior decorating in three classes – beginning, intermediate, and advanced – and get the skills to compete for an entry-level position in the interior decorating job market. All three classes can be completed in about eight weeks. Interior Decorators start
Program
Academic
Transfer
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
Program
Academic
Transfer
Biological Psychology | Associate in Arts
Completing the Associate in Arts degree (A.A.) with a concentration in Biological Psychology allows students to gain the skills and expertise needed to become a psychiatric technician, a psychosocial rehabilitation specialist, or start their path toward a career as a neuroscientist, health
Program
Academic
Certificate of Business in Entrepreneurship | Academic Certificate
The Entrepreneurship Certificate program, designed by successful local entrepreneurs, can help turn your business dreams into reality. This program equips students with the skills needed to start and run a small business or enhance an existing one. You'll gain essential knowledge in areas like
Program
Training
Office Administrative Specialist Certificate | Training Certificate
The Office Administrative Specialist program provides a solid business communication foundation while also teaching the computer skills that are vital to every office career. Office Administrative Specialists perform a variety of administrative and clerical duties necessary to help run an
Program
Academic
Surveying Fundamentals | Academic Certificate
The Surveying Fundamentals Certificate is intended to serve as a short-course credential for those desiring to pursue licensure as a Professional Surveyor with the state who already have a four-year technical or science degree. This certificate will fulfill the 12 semester hour requirements
Program
Training
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
Program
Academic
Transfer
History | Associate in Arts
Completing the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) with a Concentration in History helps students develop keen abilities in research, analysis, and writing to prepare them to pursue careers in education, government service, and the legal field. The History Concentration can give you the research
Program
Academic
Transfer
Mathematics | Associate in Science
The Associate in Science with a concentration in Mathematics is a versatile degree that provides an excellent foundation to pursue further education or to begin your career in areas such as statistics, actuarial science, engineering, and mathematics education. The Mathematics pathway provides the
Program
Academic
Computer-Aided Design | Academic Certificate
The main purpose of the design process is to create sets of drawings that provide all the information required to build and assemble mechanical parts and buildings. The design process often requires that computer simulations and functional models called prototypes to be developed to ensure that the
Program
Academic
Homeland Security Management | Academic Certificate
This program is designed for practitioners employed by criminal justice agencies or students seeking to expand their knowledge of homeland security. Topics include: Strategic security planning Infrastructure protection Emergency management Domestic and international terrorism Intelligence gathering
Program
Academic
Transfer
Welding Technology | Associate in Applied Science
The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Welding Technology is a 6-semester program that combines the Academic Welding Fundamentals and Qualifications Certificates. As part of the 6-semester program, students will complete 15 credits of general education courses required by the state of South
Program
Academic
Certificate of Business in Medical Office Administration | Academic Certificate
A certificate in medical office administration will jump-start your career at a hospital, outpatient clinic, or group practice. Students will learn essential skills for the healthcare office environment. The focus of the program is solely on clerical/administrative functions and does not include
Program
Academic
General Engineering Technology | Academic Certificate
The certificate in general engineering technology will introduce students to a broad spectrum of engineering topics and specializations. Students will learn basics of civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering in preparation for their next steps towards an engineering technology career.
Page
Program
Training
Backflow Tester | Training Certificate
This program will instruct students in backflow mechanics and how cross connections can be addressed and/or eliminated. State regulations will be presented and explained. Students will test, troubleshoot, and repair these devices. Completion of this training is a prerequisite for certification as a
Page
Program
Training
Intermediate Industrial Mechanical Maintenance | Training Certificate
The Intermediate Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Program builds on the foundational knowledge gained in the Basic Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Program, focusing on advanced concepts, tools, and techniques. This program is designed for individuals ready to deepen their expertise and enhance
Program
Academic
Transfer
Commercial Graphics Communications | Associate in Applied Science
At the completion of this program, graduates will have the skills to begin a career in a number of different graphic-production industries including screen printing, offset lithographic production, and vehicle wrapping. These highly technical industries include the design and production of various
Program
Academic
Help Desk | Academic Certificate
The Help Desk Certificate is designed to provide knowledge in basic technical support and customer service concepts, hardware, advanced software training, interpersonal and professional communications, management information systems, and practical experience under close supervision. The curriculum
Program
Academic
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
Program
Academic
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
Program
Training
Floral Designer | Training Certificate
Train to become a skilled floral designer and start earning an average $12 an hour doing what you love. In six weeks you will learn all about the materials and equipment, principles of good design, color, specialized design, table and vase arrangements, silk grave arrangements, corsages, silk and
Program
Academic
Transfer
Political Science – American Government | Associate in Arts
Completing the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) with a concentration in Political Science - American Government will prepare students for work in the public or private sector that focuses on American politics, society, and government. The Political Science - American Government concentration is