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Edgefield County Campus Holds Job Fair

The Piedmont Technical College Edgefield County Campus recently hosted a Job Fair for the residents of that community. Vendors from 15 area businesses were on hand to share job opportunities with the nearly 40 attendees. For more information on training opportunities available in Edgefield County,...

PTC Graduate Carves Out a New Future for Himself

In May, Kenneth McDaniel prepared to walk across the graduation stage at Piedmont Technical College to complete a journey that he was not always sure was possible when he decided to get his degree. “I won’t lie, I was scared to death that I would not be able to do this,” he said of his decision...

Associate Degree Nursing Students Honored

Recent graduates of Piedmont Technical College’s associate degree nursing program at the Lex Walters Campus-Greenwood were recognized in a pinning ceremony in May. The students from Abbeville County (above) and their hometowns are, front from left, Mirisha Coleman, Abbeville; Jordan L. K. Graham,...

Outstanding Students Honored at Piedmont Technical College Graduation

At Piedmont Technical College’s recent spring commencement exercises, outstanding students from each of the college’s seven supporting counties were honored for academic achievement. Five Greenwood County students were honored for maintaining high academic success. Virginia Cannon, above right, was...

Virtual Classroom Shows Promise at PTC Newberry Campus

When it became virtually impossible for an instructor to be in two places at once, Piedmont Technical College’s Newberry County Campus made the virtual possible. PTC launched a pilot program using laptop cameras and the latest technology to create a virtual classroom for a group of dual enrollment...

Piedmont Tech Recognizes Employees for 390 Years of Service

Awards for service to Piedmont Technical College totaling 390 years were presented at a recent luncheon. Recipients and their individual service totals are, front from left, Charles Dixon (20); and Kevin Moore (20). Second, Lynn Mack (40); Sherry Holmes (20); Melanie Cochran (10); Beth Moore (10);...

Students Honored at Awards Ceremony

At Piedmont Technical College’s 43rd annual Student Awards and Recognition Program, president Dr. Ray Brooks applauded the achievements of more than 40 student leaders. The ceremony attracted students, faculty, staff, friends and family members. Andy Omundson, associate vice president of student...

New PTC Class Addresses Growing Demand for Registered Behavior Technicians

Responding to community needs, Piedmont Technical College has introduced a new class for registered behavior technicians (RBT). The RBT course began in March and runs for approximately 12 weeks. Two dozen students signed up, a strong turnout for a first-time continuing education class, according to...

Piedmont Tech PBL Hosts Leadership Conference, Wins Awards

The Piedmont Technical College chapter of Phi Beta Lambda recently hosted the organization’s 2017 State Leadership Conference. The conference allowed students to compete in leadership events, share their successes, and learn new ideas about shaping the future of their career through workshops and...

The Importance of Lottery Tuition Assistance

It's been well reported in recent years that a college education, or, at a minimum, some career-specific training after high school is going to become mandatory for the kinds of jobs that pay a livable wage. To a large extent, this is already the case, and study after study indicates that this...

Scholarships Make Education a Reality for PTC Students

The Piedmont Technical College Foundation recently awarded more than $136,000 in scholarships to 173 students at the college's annual scholarship luncheon. The PTC Foundation supports the college's priority of ensuring access to high-quality, affordable education by providing more than 80 unique...

Martha B. Williams Family Contributes to Scholarship Endowment

Members of the Martha B. Williams family recently made a contribution to the scholarship awarded annually in her name to a deserving student. As a result of their generosity and cumulative contributions in support of the college, the Martha B. Williams Scholarship has moved to Patron status on the...

Teen Tech Provides Summer Options for Teens

Piedmont Technical College is offering an exciting slate of programs for youth this summer. From aviation to photography, there are a wide variety of different, fun and exciting programs. Get hands-on with future agents in training, mechatronics and automotive technology programs or put your...

Kids’ College Provides Summer Options for Younger Children

Young people looking for something different, fun and exciting to do this summer will find several options available from Piedmont Technical College. From electronics to tiaras, a variety of camps and summer programs are available for everyone. Get hands-on with our Digitech, Aviation Expedition...