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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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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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Middle Level Education – for transfer | Associate in Arts
Students transferring to a four-year institution to become a certified teacher for grades 5-8 can begin their studies at MTC. Students can begin their teaching degrees at MTC. MTC’s advisors work with students to connect them with the right coursework to transfer to a four-year college to complete
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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt | Training Certificate
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certificate qualifies you to work as a quality or continuous improvement coordinator in several industries like manufacturing, banking, healthcare, and IT. The majority of organizations in this country are faced with the need to drive improvements in productivity, quality
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Sterile Processing Technician | Training Certificate
This nine-month program teaches students to prepare instruments/packages for processing, decontamination, ultrasonic clearner disinfection, sterilizations, and distribution in the hospital or surgery setting. Sterile Processing technicians are responsible for processing surgical instruments
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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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MTC Students Display Culinary Talents and Diverse Cultures
MTC ambassadors come together for the first-ever MTC Ambassador Potluck with President Dr. Ronald L. Rhames and college leadership.
Success Story
Samuel Angeles
When Sam graduated from Spring Valley High School in Columbia, SC, he wasn’t exactly sure what he wanted to do next. Up until that point, his main focus was to be responsible in school. “I was anxious and unsure about my future and what I wanted to do. My family would tell me to work hard and stay
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Midlands Technical College Commissioner Diane Sumpter Awarded Order of the Palmetto
Midlands Technical College Commissioner Diane E. Sumpter was awarded the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor.
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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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The Purple Xperience to Debut at Harbison Theatre
Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College (HT@MTC) is proud to welcome the first show of our 2022-2023 season.
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Garrett Davis
“For someone who came in as green as me with no prior maintenance experience, I felt like the program met and exceeded my expectations,” said Garrett. “I was able to take the classes while working. “I enjoyed the hands-on lessons and everything I learned in class was relevant.” But things changed in
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New Partners Embrace Seventh Season of Harbison Theatre at MTC
Since its inception, Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College has relied on generous help from businesses and organizations in the Midlands to sponsor some of the larger performances and series that are offered each year.
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Web Software Developer and Engineer | Training Certificate
This program provides individuals with no prior computer programming experience the necessary skills to become junior full-stack developers ready for immediate employment. The course covers programming languages such as HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, JAVA, as well as databases (such as relational and NoSQL
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MTC Reopening Focuses on Flexibility and Student Success
Here are a few of the resources students may access to help make their educational journey a success.
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Real Passion for Giving
Interconnectivity is important to Rivers. She says her desire to give to Midlands Technical College is a product of following the Golden Rule.
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Powerhouse Vocals, Multi-Instrumentalists, and Nashville Favorites - Farewell Angelina Plays at HT@MTC on February 28
This all-female country group brings their unique sound to Irmo
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Construction Program Launches Careers for Students with Learning Disabilities
Twelve students graduated from MTC's fifth BOOM cohort. Many students have already been offered apprenticeships and full-time employment opportunities.
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Catalina Fortner
“When I walked on this campus, I wasn’t expecting all of this. I just wasn’t. I couldn’t have written this story,” Catalina Fortner says, wiping tears from her eyes. Nearly a decade after she graduated from the Midlands Technical College Nursing program, Catalina and her family returned to MTC’s
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Harbison Theatre to Host First “Drive-In” Music Night
Reggie Sullivan and Friends to provide an evening of socially distanced jams
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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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Something Larger than Myself
Johnathan D. McFadden's time fishing with his father, becoming a Marine, and serving as a Midlands Technical College Ambassador while studying radiology all helped point him in the direction of lifelong success.
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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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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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Coronavirus Impact Update: March 26
Today, the City of Columbia issued an order instructing people to stay home
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Midlands Technical College Commissioner Honored
Diane Sumpter wins Lifetime Achievement Award from business group
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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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The Real Formula for Student Success
Student success is a hallmark of Midlands Technical College and a large focus of MTC’s Strategic Plan.
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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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The Second City, The World-Renowned Comedy Troupe, at Harbison Theatre
The next generation of superstars celebrate the theatre’s 10-year anniversary on October 1
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Midlands Technical College Foundation Welcomes Three New Trustees
Peyton Bryant, Christopher Clark, and Neil Jones will serve through June 2028
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Individual Solutions for the Individual Business
Whether a company is looking to enhance the skills of one employee or revamp its entire workforce, training solutions are not one size fits all.
Success Story
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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"Aphra Behn: Wanton. Wit. Woman." Makes World Premiere at Harbison Theatre at Midlands Technical College
The Performance Incubator Production Will Debut on April 13
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Human Services Accreditation Data
Table 1. Associate in Applied Science Human Services Degree by Race and Academic Year Human Services Enrollment by Race and Academic Year 2017-2018 2018-2019 2019-2020 2020-2021 2021-2022 N % N % N % N % N % American Indian or Alaska Native 1 0% 1 0% 0 0% 0 0% 0 0% Asian 1 0% 1 0% 2 1% 2 1% 4 2%
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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