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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 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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Jessica Addison
"Midlands Technical College and the Michelin Technical Scholar Program put me in a job I love." I never planned for a career in manufacturing, but after earning my bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of South Carolina, I was job hunting for two years and couldn’t find a job I liked. I
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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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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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The Dick Goodwin Big Band Continues Local Music Series at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
Jazz Legend Brings Friends and Guests to HT@MTC on January 18
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New Season of Instructional Ecology
Instructional Ecology is the podcast recorded and produced by MTC's Center for Teaching Excellence.
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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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First Citizens Bank Supports QuickJobs Program
The $50,000 donation from the national bank will provide intensive job training to develop workers for high-demand jobs.
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Job Training that Booms
MTC continues defining new pathways for students to find employment while addressing critical workforce needs.
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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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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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Johnson Controls Supports Workforce Training at Midlands Technical College
Company grants $100,000 to MTC Foundation for purchasing new training equipment
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Scholarships for Veterans
This month, the MTC Foundation hosted the 2021 MTC Golf Classic with presenting sponsor Hood Construction. The event will net approximately $50,000 in support of scholarships specifically for veterans and their families.
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Donation Boosts MTC’s Workforce Development in Skilled Trades
$50,000 contribution supports learning in precision machine tool technology.
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MTC Opens Welding Technology Center
New facility to help meet employer demand for welder education and training.
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Midlands Technical College to Reopen Campus
Preparations Underway To Resume In-Person Classes
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Thelma Houston Performs "My Motown Memories and More" at Harbison Theatre
Featuring a tribute to her labelmate Mary Wilson, Houston returns to Irmo stage
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Harbison Theatre Welcomes Cinderella
Columbia City Ballet to present classic fairytale to audiences in Irmo
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School of Health Care Day
On Monday, September 20, we showcase the college's pathways in Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Patient Care, Emergency Medicine, Imaging, and more.
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Dr. Greg Little Talks with SC Business Review
Midlands Technical College President sits down with Mike Switzer of the SC Business Review to discuss how the college addresses workforce development for the Midlands of South Carolina.
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Apprenticeships and MTC Alumni Association Reach Record Numbers as MTC Gains National Recognition for Services to Veterans and African-Americans
Just-released Presidential Report details how MTC is succeeding at growing the college, making lives better, and leveraging goodwill
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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.
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Contestants Take the Stage for a Chance to Become the Inaugural “MTC Showoff” Champion
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College to host an America’s Got Talent-style competition
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Stick Welder | Training Certificate
This program focuses on the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. In three, 9-week classes you will learn how to fillet, groove, and pipe weld in all positions. You will also learn how to properly setup and use an Oxy-Fuel Torch. The Stick Welder Certificate is a stand alone certificate, but
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Pre-Police Academy Training | Academic Certificate
The Pre-Police Academy Training (PPAT) Certificate is for individuals who seek to become employed as a law enforcement officer in South Carolina and become Class-1 Certified Law Enforcement Officers (LEO) through the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy (SCCJA) and the Law Enforcement Training
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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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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
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Computer Technology Applications Developer | Associate in Applied Science
The Computer Technology Applications Developer concentration prepares students to write, test, and maintain computer applications. Computer software is needed to operate and protect computer systems and networks. Programmers create and maintain the detailed instructions that computers must follow to
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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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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
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Office Administrative Specialist | Training Certificate
The Office Administrative Specialist program equips you with essential business communication skills and the computer proficiency needed for a successful office career. Office administrative specialists play a key role in keeping organizations running smoothly by performing a variety of
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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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MIG and Flux Cored Welder | Training Certificate
This program focuses on the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) processes. In two, 9-week classes you will learn how to use MIG Spray Transfer to weld in all positions. You will also learn how to properly setup and use an Oxy-Fuel Torch. The MIG and Flux Cored Welder
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TIG Welder | Training Certificate
This program focuses on the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process. In two, 9-week classes you will learn how to fillet and groove weld flat plate in all positions as well as pipe weld in the 6G position. The TIG Welder Certificate is a stand alone certificate, but should be taken after the Stick