Stories

Piedmont Tech Instructor Brings New Approach to Newberry

Piedmont Technical College is expanding its mechatronics program to the high schools in Newberry.

Commercial Art Program Expands Offerings to Laurens and McCormick

Piedmont Technical College is expanding its commercial art program with the addition of photography classes at the Laurens County and McCormick County campuses.

PTC Nursing Program Reaches 100 Percent NCLEX Pass Rate

Recent graduates of the nursing program have achieved the elusive mark of perfection.

PTC’s Patient Care Technician Program Provides Stepping Stone into Health Care

The patient care technician program at may be the perfect starting point for those interested in health care.

A Five-year Goal Accomplished in Five Months

Jennifer Scott graduated from the Massage Therapy program in 2010 hoping to open her own business within five years. She was up and running in just five months.

Engineering Pathways Ease the Transition to a Bachelor's Degree

PTC’s Engineering Technology program lowers the barriers to entry into the field through partnership programs with four year institutions.

Growing a Career: Diversified Agriculture

According to the South Carolina department of agriculture, farming generates over two billion dollars a year at the farm level, but the impact on the state’s economy goes far beyond the farm gate.

Respiratory Grad Finds His Calling

Eddie Brown feels that he’s found his calling in respiratory care. And he loves every minute of it. “When you come to work, you shouldn’t look at it as work,” he said. “Look at it as a career.”

Computer Technology Grad Making a Name in Abbeville

PTC grad Patrick Campbell's computer service business is in high demand in Abbeville.

Piedmont Tech Recognizes Employees for 280 Years of Service

Awards for service to Piedmont Technical College totaling 280 years were presented at a recent luncheon.