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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
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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
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Criminal Justice | Academic Certificate
This program is designed for practitioners who are already employed by criminal justice agencies or for students wishing to diversify their major course of study by adding criminal justice courses to their current program of study. The purpose of the certificate program is to provide students with a
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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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Facilitating Career Development | Training Certificate
Are you interested in helping others improve their abilities and start successful careers? The Facilitating Career Development training certificate equips trainees with the skills and knowledge to help others create a career plan and secure valued positions of employment. This training certificate
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Office Support Specialist | Academic Certificate
The Office Support Specialist (OSS) Certificate program offers students training in the latest technological advances in order to keep skills current, as well as provide those traditional job skills needed for reentry into the office job markets. The Office Support Specialist Certificate includes
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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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Physical Sciences | Associate in Science
Completing the Associate in Science Degree (A.S.) with a Physical Sciences concentration is an excellent way to provide the foundational work needed to complete a baccalaureate degree and go on to post-graduate work to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree in astronomy, physics, geology, or
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Anthropology | Associate in Arts
Completing the Associate in Arts degree (A.A.) with an anthropology concentration will give students the opportunity to study contemporary languages and cultures; interactions between culture and biology; human evolution, variation, and adaptation; and the cultural developments of past human
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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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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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Sociology | Associate in Arts
Completing the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) with a sociology concentration will help students develop a sophisticated understanding of the complex social world and build a strong set of analytical skills. Graduates of this program can enter career fields such as social services, law enforcement
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Paramedic | Academic Certificate
This Paramedic Academic Certificate includes all of the courses for the Paramedic degree except for the general education courses. Students will have the opportunity to start a rewarding career as an EMT with just six months of training. The EMT Basic course prepares you to take the National
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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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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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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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Coronavirus Mitigation and Education
Message from the President
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Midlands Technical College Foundation Elects Kristi Eidson to Board of Trustees
The Midlands Technical College Foundation has elected Kristi Eidson, General Manager for the West Columbia location of Total Comfort Solutions (TCS), as the newest member of its Board of Trustees.
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Midlands Technical College Commissioner Honored
Diane Sumpter wins Lifetime Achievement Award from business group
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MTC Students have the Upper Hand
Army Veteran Anthony Orosz spent the last 29 years pursuing higher education, attending multiple colleges and even receiving a prior degree. But this May, for the first time, he walked across the stage at a graduation ceremony.
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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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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.
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Midlands Technical College Marks 50 Years of Transforming Tomorrows
ThunderFest kicks off year-long celebration.
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Apprenticeships: Medshore Ambulance Services
In the midst of an EMT shortage, apprenticeships helped Medshore Ambulance Services meet their workforce needs.
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Women of Impact at MTC
We are proud to spotlight the formidable females who work tirelessly on behalf of our students, our communities, and our families.
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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
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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.
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AI-Enabled Front-End Developer | Training Certificate
Prepare to become an AI-enabled front-end developer by learning HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and modern web development practices. Students also gain experience with Agile and SCRUM methodologies, developing the collaboration and project management skills needed to contribute effectively on
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School of Science, Information Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Day
We're showcasing the college's pathways in Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Math, Computers, and more.
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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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MTC and UofSC Formalize Direct Transfer Tracks
Agreement serves as a model for how to best support transfer students.
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S.C. High School Welding Skills Competition
On Friday, February 25, Midlands Technical College hosted its first-ever S.C. High School Welding Skills Competition.
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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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MTC Foundation Receives $5,000 Donation from Synovus
Money helps make higher education accessible and affordable for students and families.
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Deadline Approaches for Midlands Technical College Foundation Scholarships
Students have until October 31st to submit an application
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
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MTC Alum Facilitated $500,000 Equipment Loan for Civil Engineering Technology Students
Midlands Technical College alumnus Henry Dingle knew from the beginning that land surveying was where his passions lie, and MTC was how he was going to start achieving his goals.
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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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Midlands Technical College Holds Inaugural Fall Commencement
The college held its inaugural fall commencement ceremony at Colonial Life Arena on Saturday, December 9, 2023.
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Adults Achieving Dreams
Serra Sizemore had been a stay-at-home mother of five for years when she decided she wanted to go back to school.
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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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Ashton June
MTC was the perfect place for Ashton June to change careers. "I started college at the University of South Carolina with the intention of earning a degree in engineering. I quickly realized that photography was what I wanted to study. I had trouble communicating with my advisor and getting on the
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Midlands Technical College Foundation Golf Classic Raises $135,000 for Military Families
This is the third year in a row the Midlands Technical College's annual Golf Classic shattered fundraising record.
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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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Honoring History: Midlands leaders preserve Harbison area cemetery
Tucked away in the woods of Irmo is an important piece of African-American history.