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Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, South Carolina · Public technical college
Address: 1260 Lexington Drive, West Columbia, SC 29170 · Phone: (803) 738-8324 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Midlands Technical College is a public trade and career school in West Columbia, SC offering HVAC, welding, and CNA programs, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Midlands Technical College has a 17.9% completion rate, below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $12,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,701.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Midlands Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and 37.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $39,170 | $56,610 | $62,990 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,720 | $49,980 | $58,370 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,460 | $37,220 | $39,690 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,200 | $48,100 | $63,610 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,370 | $61,820 | $71,220 |
| Medical assistants | $34,730 | $41,160 | $46,950 |
| Surgical technologists | $38,830 | $62,160 | $67,080 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,500 | $42,120 | $47,810 |
| Dental assistants | $37,070 | $47,320 | $50,780 |
| Dental hygienists | $65,700 | $84,340 | $94,830 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,860 | $69,600 | $82,560 |
| Construction laborers | $31,200 | $42,940 | $49,120 |
| Machinists | $38,270 | $57,970 | $65,290 |
| Electricians | $44,330 | $58,740 | $66,190 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $31,590 | $40,370 | $46,660 |
| Phlebotomists | $35,760 | $39,010 | $44,600 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Carolina (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 41 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 37 | not reported | not reported | $13,350 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | not reported | not reported | $13,350 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 19 | not reported | not reported | $9,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate degree | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 16 | $43,162 | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 16 | $35,127 | $38,289 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | $30,409 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | $43,798 | $17,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | $9,000 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Midlands Technical College is a public trade and career training campus located in West Columbia, South Carolina. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (title IV eligible). The school holds accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Across 23 program families, the most-awarded trade programs are HVAC schools (55 completions), welding schools (41), and CNA classes (37).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 17.9%, which is below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%. Median debt for graduates is reported at $12,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,701. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 37.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment among the school's 7,564 undergraduates.
This campus offers a mix of short career-training programs and technical credentials across fields like HVAC, welding, nursing, dental, radiology, and physical therapy support, which may suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and confirm program details, schedules, and costs with the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Midlands Technical College offers 23 program families, with the top completions in HVAC schools (55), welding schools (41), and CNA classes (37). Other program families include electrician schools, EMT training, phlebotomy classes, and dental hygiene programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditors such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is title IV eligible, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 17.9%, which is below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $12,000.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,701, according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (803) 738-8324 or visit https://www.midlandstech.edu/ for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Midlands Technical College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition costs and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?218353.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short career-training programs across fields like HVAC, welding, and CNA classes, which may suit adult career changers, though specific scheduling and length details are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Midlands Technical College at (803) 738-8324 or visit their website at https://www.midlandstech.edu/ for application details.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.