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How to Grow Your Next Generation of Leaders
Investing in the talent you currently have helps grow your next generation of leaders.
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Sammie B. Taylor
After retiring from the Air Force, the Columbia native was introduced to LED lighting. From then on, Taylor began growing his business. “Back then, I couldn’t have imagined that LED lights would be a part of my future. I only learned about LED lights after deciding to help a friend with a business
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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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Front-End Web Developer | Training Certificate
In four to five months, you can be working for a company creating websites and web-enabled software systems as a front-end web developer. Earn over $38 an hour on average, using a variety of programming languages to create the environment for everything that web users see and touch. If you are
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Building Construction Technology | Associate in Applied Science
These courses are designed specifically to train the next generation of building construction professionals – from homebuilders, site personnel, and superintendents. Building Construction Technology, a partnership between the college and local contractors, provides instruction for both current
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Creating Generational Wealth through Satisfying Careers and Professions
When I talk to people about what we do at Midlands Technical College (MTC), the conversation seems to always come back to changing life trajectories.
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Midlands Technical College, Moore School kick off operations and supply chain transfer pathway
The University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business and Midlands Technical College are now offering a transfer pathway that will facilitate MTC students transferring into the Moore School’s operations and supply chain program.
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Vicki Givens
Vicki Givens’ QuickJobs scholarship helped her change careers and make a significantly higher salary. “MTC has changed my life. . . At 40 years old, I went from living paycheck-to-paycheck to building a new home and sending my daughter on a foreign exchange program.” Vicki Givens is a 2015 graduate
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Real Partnerships: The Apprenticeship Impact, Online Training Integration, and a Seat at the Table
Real Partnerships: The Apprenticeship Impact, Online Training Integration, and a Seat at the Table
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Nearly 2,400 Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates Awarded at 2019 Midlands Technical College Commencement
Record set for largest number of high school students graduating, and Honorary Degree awarded posthumously to Senator Ernest (Fritz) Hollings
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Jayda Manning
Jayda Manning is the youngest person to ever earn a degree from MTC After two years at Dreher High School, Jayda Manning needed some flexibility in her schedule and transferred to the Richland One Middle College, located on the Midlands Technical College Beltline Campus. Two years later at age 17
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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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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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Criminal Justice | Associate in Applied Science
Completing the Associate Degree in Criminal Justice Technology will prepare students for careers in corrections, law enforcement, and public safety. The Criminal Justice program is designed to prepare students for employment in the areas of law enforcement, correctional services, the courts, private
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Midlands Technical College Announces Finalists of Presidential Search
Four candidates are being considered to replace Dr. Ron Rhames this Summer.
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Alphonzo Royal
Alphonzo got a job offer the day he graduated from Midlands Technical College. Read his testimony about hard work, dedication, and the incredible programs offered at MTC. “I found myself unemployed. I had never been unemployed before, so I started doing a lot of research. I wanted to better myself
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Real Impact: Funds Donated to the MTC Foundation Positively Affect Students
Nicole McCune knows how important scholarships are from her experience as an MTC student.
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MTC’s Harbison History Day Introduces Free Art Exhibit Dedicated to the Forgotten Children of Slavery
To commemorate Black History Month and the long tradition of multicultural education offered at the Midlands Technical College Harbison Campus, MTC invited alumni of the historic Harbison Institute back to campus to preview a local art exhibit dedicated to the impact slavery had on African-American children.
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The Curtain Is Rising for the 2023-2024 Harbison Theatre Season
From Grammy nominated and winning musicians, comedians, international tribute bands, and award winning orchestras, this is the largest season the theatre has debuted since its founding.
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Rochelle Goodwin
When an MTC student and single mother experienced a financial emergency, the MTC Foundation’s Emergency Grant Fund got her back on track. “I was in my forties and a single mother of two sons when I decided I wanted to attend college to make a better life for myself and my family,” said Rochelle. “I
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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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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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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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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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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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Entry Level HVAC Technician | Training Certificate
This program is designed to provide the student with basic knowledge of the refrigeration cycle, electrical operation, heat pump operation, and air flow design. These classes prepare the student for entry level work with residential and commercial HVAC contractors. EPA 608 Certification test
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Project Manager 1 | Training Certificate
Launch your career in project management in just 2–3 months with the Project Manager I program. Designed to align with the Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification, this program builds the essential skills to manage projects across industries
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Structural Technology | Academic Certificate
Become an assistant to a design engineer or a construction manager with this academic certificate in structural analysis and management. You’ll learn to test and evaluate the properties of a variety of building materials, as well as become an expert in the principles of analysis and design of
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Network Systems Management | Associate in Applied Science
The Network Systems Management curriculum is designed to prepare students to successfully pass several major industry certification exams. Networking is a common factor in distributed processing, online systems, teleprocessing, terminal-based systems, and real-time systems. The Network Systems
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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
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Computer Science | Associate in Applied Science
The degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year engineering program. The Engineering Science Certificate, when combined with general education courses and Engineering Fundamentals Certificate courses prepares the student to enter engineering school as a junior. Completing the
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Workforce Leaders in 2025
The Midlands workforce is changing every day. The way companies adapt and boost leadership development internally, often times leads to lower turnover rates and enhanced employee morale. Our Business Solutions team talked with local employers about what they do to help reduce recruitment costs and retain talent.
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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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Sarah Donnelley
“I wasn’t really sure about what kind of career I wanted to pursue, and the MTC faculty and staff helped me figure it out.” Sarah Donnelley says she entered MTC two years ago with little personal direction or goals. “The Midlands Technical College faculty and staff were more than willing to help me