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Guiding Students Into Career Pathways
MTC’s Schools of Study and program pathways guide students toward in-demand careers with solid earning potentials necessary to provide for their families and livelihoods.
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Enter the World of Video Games and Music on September 24 at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
The Super Guitar Bros bring their classical guitar repertoire to the stage next week
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Quick-Start Day Announced & Residents Reminded about Savings
Citizens can save about 70% by attending and graduating from MTC for their first two years of college.
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The Three Witches of Hocus Pocus Will Fly On Screen at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
The Classic Halloween Movie and Trick-Or-Treat Event Will Take Place at HT@MTC on October 29
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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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Business (Transfer) | Associate in Arts
In the Associate in Arts with a Concentration in Business degree, students will learn the skills necessary to become successful in business equipped with the skills necessary to transfer to a four-year institution for further education. Follow this pathway that lays out step-by-step which courses to
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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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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
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Biology | Associate in Science
Completing the Associate in Science Degree (A.S.) with a Biology concentration will provide the foundational work needed to pursue a baccalaureate degree in Biological Sciences at a four-year institution. The program provides students with experience in scientific reasoning, critical thinking skills
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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
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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 – 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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Administrative Office Technology | Associate Degree
The Administrative Office Technology (AOT) program is designed to provide students with the skills and experience necessary to achieve top-level information processing/administrative positions. In addition to offering traditional office skills training, the program offers specialized courses in
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English | Associate in Arts
Completing the Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) with a Concentration in English prepares students for careers in communications, research, publishing, and teaching. The English Concentration in the Associate in Arts program gives students the experience with styles and modes of writing and
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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
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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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Video Editing | Training Certificate
In 2-3 months, students will learn techniques in video editing using Adobe Premiere, including adding transitions, applying basic effects, correcting color, and syncing sound. Students will also learn how to format video in standard and high-definition formats for export, how to upload videos, and
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MTC Graduates 1,700+, including First Class to Earn Paramedic Certificates
Virtual ceremonies safely recognized student perseverance during pandemic.
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Power:Ed Awards Midlands Technical College Foundation $50,000
Funding goes to MTC’s QuickJobs programs that train students for jobs that are vital to the Midlands economy
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Midlands Technical College Student Recognized at 2023 State of the State Address
Geena Rocanella was honored as a Workforce Scholarship for the Future recipient during the 2023 South Carolina State of the State Address by Governor Henry McMaster.
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The Center for Business and Information Technologies
MTC leaders and dignitaries broke ground on what will be called The Center for Business and Information Technologies.
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MTC Weather Alert
Due to weather, all Midlands Technical College campuses will close and classes are cancelled beginning at 1pm Wednesday, August 30.
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Weather Update for Wednesday, July 7, 2021
As of now, all MTC campuses are open, and all classes are happening as scheduled.
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“Technical colleges share plans for fall semester”
On Tuesday July 21, Columbia’s WLTX News 19 published “Technical colleges share plans for fall semester.”
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Finding the Right Fit
Nearly 3 of 4 students entering college don't know what they want to study. Changing majors costs students extra money and time – time they could be in the workplace earning a living.
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Columbia Children’s Theatre Presents "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" at Harbison Theatre at MTC on March 14
Join us for this “just right” musical for the entire family
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MTC Commission Names Dr. James L. Hudgins as President Emeritus
Dr. Hudgins was MTC’s third president, serving from 1986-1999.
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Here Comes Dasher, and Dancer, and Prancer, and Morihiko at Harbison Theatre at MTC for Holiday Pops on December 15
This Festive Event with the South Carolina Philharmonic Returns for Eighth Year
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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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Step Afrika! at Harbison Theatre
Step Afrika! on Saturday, September 17 at 7:30 p.m at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College .
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Benedict College Presents Honorary Degree to President Rhames
An Honorary Doctor of Business (D.B) degree
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HT@MTC = Education through the arts
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) is a connection between education, arts, and the community.
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Midlands Technical College Unveils Mascot
A bull named “Mav” leads the MTC Mavericks into Fall semester.
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MTC Partners with Columbia Fire Department for Training Opportunity
Columbia Fire Department firefighters spent the week of April 12, 2021 training on the Beltline Campus.
Success Story
Dr. Bill Mulkey
Radiologic Technology program director MTC faculty member since 1972 "I am proud to be part of Midlands Technical College. Talk about a college that makes a difference! In 1972, I helped create a two-year associate degree in science that taught radiography at MTC. Our program combined clinical
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Donation Boosts Midlands Technical College’s Education Program
S.C. Endeavors funding to help those who want to teach early childhood students.
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Fall Convocation Shirt Size Selection
Faculty and staff will receive a complimentary Midlands Technical College shirt at Convocation so you can show off your Maverick pride this Fall. The event is the morning of August 18 at Harbison Theatre. Please RSVP using this form and let us know your shirt size. Note: if your role requires you to
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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