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Maverick Talent Takes Center Stage at Midlands Tech’s Annual "MTC Showoff"
Midlands Technical College annual "Showoff" at Harbison Theatre highlights 10 finalists who compete on night for the title of "The Biggest Showoff" and the grand prize of $1,000. Calvin Guyette won the biggest showoff and the Alvarado sisters took home the audience favorite award.
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MTC Police Chief Graduates from FBI National Academy
Midlands Technical College's Chief of Police, Tim Martin, is the first police chief of a South Carolina technical college to graduate from the academy.
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Why Students Choose MTC to Further Their Education
Results of Student Satisfaction Inventory Survey 2018-2020
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National Marketing Council Honors Midlands Technical College
MTC only S.C. technical college to win top award for design and communication
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"Prisma Health invests $5 million and partners with five S.C. colleges to help counter critical nursing shortage"
Prisma Health issued this news release on October 3, 2022.
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Safe Value, Close to Home
As MTC prepares to fully reopen this fall to students, I was recently asked what will success look like?
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Midlands Technical College Receives $10,000 from Dominion Energy to Expand Welding Programs
The Midlands Technical College Foundation received a $10,000 grant from Dominion Energy that will enable the college’s welding program to expand capacity for MTC students.
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals
Nephron Pharmaceuticals partners with MTC to fill the jobs gap. "We recently opened a new greenfield facility just outside of Columbia, SC. Midlands Technical College was a major factor in determining our location choice. We expect to double in size over the next few years, so it was important to
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Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College Opens Colorful 11th Season
Notable acts include the Purple xPeRIeNCE Tribute Show and country music star Craig Morgan
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Inaugural SC Scholastic Esports State Championship Held at Midlands Tech
Midlands Technical College hosted the inaugural SC Scholastic Esports State Championship on Saturday, May 10 in the Center for Business and Information Technologies.
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MTC Student First in College’s History to Earn Perfect Score on Physical Therapy Assistant Licensing Board Exam
Midlands Technical College Physical Therapist Assistant student Kaitlin Courtnay achieved a perfect score on her Physical Therapist Assistant Licensing Board Exam, the first student in the college’s history to do so.
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HT@MTC Hosts Historic Show of HBCU Choirs
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) was proud to host South Carolina’s HBCU gospel choirs in “Gospel Live,” a celebration and tribute to Black History Month.
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International Biotechnology Company Expands U.S. Operations to Midlands Technical College
MTC Enterprise Campus to help bring the best technology to crime scene investigators and create the next generation of forensic scientists.
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Midlands Technical College Recognized for Workforce Development
Highest possible label of "Excellent” earned in TBIC certification process.
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Midlands Technical College Wins International Corporate and Continuing Education Award
MTC's Corporate and Continuing Education division received an international award for the increase in productivity which yielded an increase in enrollment.
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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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MTC Renews Early Childhood Education Accreditation
The Early Childhood Development Program at Midlands Technical College has renewed its accreditation through The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
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SC Governor Henry McMaster Attends Cornerstone Open House Event
Leaders from across the state, including S.C. Governor Henry McMaster, gathered at Midlands Technical College’s Northeast campus to celebrate the opening of the Cornerstone building and take a tour of the facility. The building was created as part of a partnership between Richland County, the South Carolina Department of Commerce, readySC, and Midlands Technical College to increase economic and workforce development in the region.
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Complexions Presents "Stardust From Bach to Bowie" at Harbison Theatre
The world-renowned dance troupe brings visually stunning dance to Irmo stage
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"The Composer Is Dead" by Lemony Snicket Takes Place on the HT@MTC Stage April 7
Join Morihiko Nakahara, Joe Pinner, and the S.C. Philharmonic musicians for this fun event
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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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Devin Henson
“The Differential Equations math class I taught at MTC launched a high altitude weather balloon (HAB) with a GoPro camera. From planning, design, setup, launch, and retrieval, this first-of-its-kind project at MTC was made possible only because of the full funding provided by the MTC Foundation. The
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MTC Vice President Honored by the S.C. Women in Higher Education Network
Dr. Mary Holloway receives Martha Kime Piper Award
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You Better Watch Out, You Better Not Cry – Santa Claus: The Musical Lands at HT@MTC on December 21
Join the big man and his busy friends at Harbison Theatre for this hilarious show
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Midlands Technical College Awarded $2M+ for Workforce Development
MTC helps local businesses cut through red-tape for tax-saving apprenticeship programs.
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Midlands Technical College Foundation Welcomes Four New Trustees
Jeff Griffin, Derek Raper, Dan Bruinsma, and Katherine Blanchard Whittle have joined the MTC Foundation Board of Trustees. All four will serve on the board through June 2026.
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Midlands Technical College Vice President Elected to Regional Office
Debbie M. Walker to serve Southern Association of College and University Business Officers as their president.
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History Marches On
MTC students, faculty, staff, and alumni take part in an interactive Black History Month walking tour of downtown Columbia.
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Dominion Energy Awards $25,000 to Midlands Technical College Foundation
The donation to the Midlands Technical College Foundation will help support workforce development training.
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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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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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Construction Engineering Technology | Academic Certificate
A construction engineering technician assists engineers and construction supervisors. This academic certificate trains you in specifics such as engineering project management, testing procedures for construction materials, contract documents and legal concepts, surveying, plans and specifications
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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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Comprehensive Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Technician | Training Certificate
Completing the Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Technician Training Certificate provides students with the entry-level skills needed to earn above $20 an hour as a mechanical maintenance technician. Manufacturing companies and mechanical contractors are looking to fill these important positions
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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
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Small Engine Repair | Training Certificate
From lawnmowers to go-carts, to weed-eaters – if it has a small engine, learn to troubleshoot, repair, and even rebuild if necessary. The practical, hands-on learning experience from this course will provide benefits that last a lifetime. Whether you repair small engines for a living or just keep up
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Forensic Psychology | Associate in Arts
The Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) with a concentration in Forensic Psychology is a great path for students who want to work toward becoming a forensic psychologist, where they will apply their knowledge of psychological science, assessment, methods, and research to the legal system. The Forensic
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Comprehensive Welder | Training Certificate
The Comprehensive Welder Program is the culmination of the individual Stick, MIG/Flux Cored, and TIG Welding certificates and prepares the individual to work for a wide range of companies in the manufacturing and construction fields. This program can be completed in one year when taking a one, three
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IT Support Technician | Training Certificate
Start your path into the fast-growing world of technology with our IT Support Technician Training Program. This comprehensive information technology program combines CompTIA Tech+ and CompTIA A+ training to prepare you for entry-level roles in IT support and troubleshooting. In just three to six
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Basic Industrial Mechanical Maintenance | Training Certificate
The Basic Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Program provides foundational training for individuals seeking to begin a career in industrial maintenance. This 312-hour, nine month program emphasizes essential skills, safety protocols, and the use of tools and techniques necessary for success in
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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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Joe Johnson
"Midlands Technical College taught me everything I needed to know about college. I went there to earn my GED and ended up taking full advantage of the offerings at MTC and staying for two years. My experience was incredibly valuable. After I left MTC, I went on to the University of South Carolina