Midlands Technical College, Area School Districts Sign Agreement to
Train Welders More Quickly Fall 2018
MTC has partnered with high-school-level welding programs in Lexington, Richland, and Fairfield counties to make it easier, quicker, and less expensive for students to become certified welders. The plan gives students credit at MTC for accomplishments they have achieved in high school and prepares students for employment and advancement in the welding industry.
The partnership will also help fill the local workforce demand for welding professionals with some of the highest levels of training and certification.
“This is definitely a win-win situation for all involved,” said Kevin Gratton, a welding instructor at the Lexington Technology Center (LTC). “This includes the school districts, the students, the parents, and MTC. At LTC, we explain to our students on a daily basis how much industry needs welders and all the other welding-related occupations. I have a number of students who are gainfully employed with some the best companies in Columbia and the surrounding area. One of my former students is even employed at MTC as a welding instructor.”
Students in MTC’s welding programs receive training in the latest welding technology, as well as the traditional welding skills in basic theory, metallurgy, and blueprint reading. Employment opportunities are found in maintenance, construction, manufacturing, and other related fields.
“This partnership creates a winning situation for everyone involved,” said MTC President Rhames. “Students will save time and money while pursuing a great career. Local employers will benefit from having a larger pool of trained welders entering the workforce each year, and the partnership provides clear pathways for high school students to continue their education into college.”
MTC will soon begin a $4 million expansion of its welding facility and will expand its welding curriculum to take advantage of the new space and resources.
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