Southern Regional Technical College

Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) students demonstrated exceptional leadership and professional development at the Georgia Fall Leadership Conference held November 15-16, 2024. The conference brought together student organizations from technical colleges across Georgia, including Georgia FBLA Collegiate, Georgia Student Government Association, National Technical Honor Society, and SkillsUSA Georgia Postsecondary. The two-day event featured expert speakers and interactive workshops covering topics such as "Finding Your Own Genius," professional networking, and business communication. Participants gained valuable insights into digital communication, including email etiquette and social media's impact on employability.

Career and technical education students from Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recently competed at the 2024 SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference, bringing home 11 medals. More than 9,000 student competitors, advisors, instructors, and industry professionals attended the conference and its skills competitions, held in Atlanta February 22 -24 at the Georgia World Congress Center. The annual event hosts more than 100 different hands-on technical trade, occupational related, and leadership contests for students to earn the right to compete at the national conference held in late June.

On Thursday, November 7, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) honored graduating SRTC-Moultrie Radiologic Technology students during a banquet at SRTC-Moultrie. Twenty-one seniors were recognized at the awards ceremony and received pins to mark the completion of their program requirements. 19 students in the junior class were also presented pins during the ceremony to celebrate the completion of their first semester. The Radiologic Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree Program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for positions in radiology departments and related businesses and industries. The program emphasizes a combination of didactic and clinical instruction necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an associate of applied science degree, have the qualifications of a Radiographer, and are eligible to sit for a national certification examination for Radiographers. Following the completion of core requirements, this program can be completed in four semesters. In the coming weeks, seniors will sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam, and pending passage will be ready for careers as radiographers. These seniors will be eligible to take part in the college's December 4 commencement ceremony in Bainbridge.

On Tuesday, September 24, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized twelve graduating Nurse Aide Accelerated students at a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Thomasville honoring their achievements. The Nurse Aide Accelerated Technical Certificate of Credit Program is approved by the Georgia Medical Care Foundation. During their five-week accelerated program, the students completed the classroom training, laboratory practice, and clinical rotations required to earn their Nurse Aide certification. These graduates are now eligible to sit for the National Nurse Aide Assessment program which determines competency to become enrolled in the Georgia State Nurse Aide registry.

Completion of the Customer Service Training Course signifies the student's commitment to mastering the essential skills needed to excel in customer service. This course taught students how to provide excellent service, even in challenging situations, turning students into valuable business professionals. Throughout the course, students delved into the fundamentals of effective customer service, gaining insights into communication techniques, problem-solving strategies, and the importance of empathy in resolving customer issues. By completing this training, students have not only acquired the skills to handle customer interactions with confidence but have also demonstrated their dedication to delivering exceptional service, making them invaluable assets to their respective teams.

Being successful in the workplace involves so much more than just being able to carry out specific job duties. Students who have completed this training gain insights into improving communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and other skills so that they can be effective on the job.

Being successful in the workplace involves so much more than just being able to carry out specific job duties. Students who have completed this training gain insights into improving communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and other skills so that they can be effective on the job.

December 2023 graduates from Southern Regional Technical College's (SRTC) Practical Nursing (PN) program in Moultrie achieved a 100% passage rate on their National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). The NCLEX-PN exam is a standardized exam that each PN graduate must pass to obtain a license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Spring semester graduates from Southern Regional Technical College's (SRTC) Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program in Tifton achieved a 100% passage on their National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). The NCLEX exam is a standardized exam that each state board of nursing uses to determine whether or not a candidate is prepared for entry-level nursing practice.

Drew Johnson, a Marketing Management senior at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC), embraced a unique opportunity for his final semester. For the first time in over a decade, SRTC's Marketing Management program offered an internship/practicum as a capstone course. Recognizing Johnson's strong work ethic and aptitude for self-directed learning, SRTC's Lead Marketing Management Faculty Carrie Viohl proposed this innovative option to him. Excited by the prospect, Johnson eagerly accepted the challenge. After consulting with Viohl, he chose to complete his internship at his family's small business, Johnson Cattle Company (JCC). This decision aligned perfectly with Johnson's longstanding interest in his family's work and his desire to contribute to the family business-factors that had initially inspired his pursuit of a marketing degree. The family has run a cattle operation in Pelham, Ga for four years. Most recently, JCC launched a 100% natural, healthy, organic line of skincare made from their own beef tallow, which became the focus of his internship. "This product has already changed lives and restored health," said Johnson. "I'm just letting a great product promote itself."

Recently, the administration at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized exceptional students achieving the honor of Merit List for the summer 2024 term, which ended July 31. Each semester, SRTC recognizes students who have accomplished high academic achievement through the Merit List. In order to qualify for the Merit List, students must meet two criteria: earn a grade of "A" or "B" in all coursework attempted and be enrolled in 6 or more semester credit hours at the college.

Recently, the administration at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized exceptional students achieving the honor of Dean's List for the summer 2024 term, which ended July 31. Each semester, SRTC recognizes students who have accomplished high academic achievement through the Dean's List. In order to qualify for the Dean's List, students must meet two criteria: earn a grade of "A" in all coursework attempted and be enrolled between 9 and 11 semester credit hours at the college.

Recently, the administration at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized exceptional students achieving the honor of Dean's List for the spring 2024 term, which ended May 1. Each semester, SRTC recognizes students who have accomplished high academic achievement through the Dean's List. In order to qualify for the Dean's List, students must meet two criteria: earn a grade of "A" in all coursework attempted and be enrolled between 9 and 11 semester credit hours at the college.

Recently, the administration at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized exceptional students achieving the honor of President's List for the summer 2024 term, which ended July 31. Each semester, SRTC recognizes students who have accomplished high academic achievement through the President's List. In order to qualify for the President's List, students must meet two criteria: earn a grade of "A" in all coursework attempted and be enrolled in 12 semester credit hours or more at the college.

Recently, the administration at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized exceptional students achieving the honor of President's List for the spring 2024 term, which ended May 1. Each semester, SRTC recognizes students who have accomplished high academic achievement through the President's List. In order to qualify for the President's List, students must meet two criteria: earn a grade of "A" in all coursework attempted and be enrolled in 12 semester credit hours or more at the college.

Completion of the Customer Service Training Course signifies the student's commitment to mastering the essential skills needed to excel in customer service. This course taught students how to provide excellent service, even in challenging situations, turning students into valuable business professionals. Throughout the course, students delved into the fundamentals of effective customer service, gaining insights into communication techniques, problem-solving strategies, and the importance of empathy in resolving customer issues. By completing this training, students have not only acquired the skills to handle customer interactions with confidence but have also demonstrated their dedication to delivering exceptional service, making them invaluable assets to their respective teams.

Completion of the Customer Service Training Course signifies the student's commitment to mastering the essential skills needed to excel in customer service. This course taught students how to provide excellent service, even in challenging situations, turning students into valuable business professionals. Throughout the course, students delved into the fundamentals of effective customer service, gaining insights into communication techniques, problem-solving strategies, and the importance of empathy in resolving customer issues. By completing this training, students have not only acquired the skills to handle customer interactions with confidence but have also demonstrated their dedication to delivering exceptional service, making them invaluable assets to their respective teams.

Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) was selected as a recipient of a grant from the Georgia Healthcare Association through the Georgia Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Career Pathway Initiative's Long-Term Care CNA Stipend Program. The Long-Term Care CNA Stipend Program is designed to increase the number of Certified Nursing Assistants in Georgia's long term care facilities. The Long-Term Care CNA Stipend Program, a collaborative effort between SRTC, the Georgia Healthcare Association, and Pelham High School, aims to support students through their journey to become certified nursing assistants. A total of 14 dual enrollment students from Pelham High School enrolled in the Nurse Aide program were selected for this grant.

The Georgia State Collegiate chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), along with the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) and Georgia Student Government Association (GSGA) partnered to host the Georgia Spring Leadership Conference and Competitions in Atlanta this past weekend. Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) was represented by 21 students and advisors. Competitions and state officer presentations took place throughout the weekend. Award ceremonies began Saturday afternoon.

Local high school students competed in a welding competition on Friday, March 22, 2024, hosted by Southern Regional Technical College and Colquitt County High School and sponsored by Darvin Flowers of Jones Welding and Steve Mattson of Lincoln Electric. 52 students participated in the competition in Moultrie to compete against each other for a chance to win the grand prize of a 140 amp GMAW welding machine, a Lincoln welding hood, welding jacket, welding gloves, welding cap, a bag for carrying welding gear, and a $1,000.00 SRTC scholarship. The competition aimed to foster healthy competition while highlighting the importance of welding skills in today's industrial landscape. Participants demonstrated their proficiency in various welding techniques and put their welding skills on display using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding process in horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions with E7018 and E6010 electrodes.

On the evening of February 17, 2024, the Southern Regional Technical College Foundation recognized three Distinguished Alumni Award winners during the Foundation's "Comedy for a Cause" event at the Biscuit Company in Thomasville, Ga. Those recognized were Leroy Akins of Bainbridge, Hilliary Bailey of Auburn, and Bryan Busby of Tallahassee. The Distinguished Alumni each received an award handcrafted by students at SRTC. Each of these Distinguished Alumni embody excellence in technical education and beyond. In addition to the distinguished alumni, the Foundation honored two current SRTC students during the event. For the spring semester of 2024, the SRTC Foundation named Accounting student Renee Gray of Cairo and General Business student Arturo Hernandez of Moultrie as the SRTC Legacy Scholarship recipients. The Foundation established the $1,000 scholarship subsequent to the college's Annual Giving Day in the spring of 2022. Over the course of the internal fundraising campaign, 74% of full time SRTC faculty and staff pledged to contribute for a combined donation of $62,973.80. Those who donated became founding members of the new scholarship, creating a legacy that will support exceptional SRTC students for years to come.

On the evening of March 11, 2024, the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) inducted 25 new members into the organization. The formal ceremony was held at SRTC-Thomasville. As a national organization, the purpose of NTHS is to promote the ideals of honesty, service, leadership, career development, and skilled workmanship. NTHS rewards meritorious achievement in technical education and assists technical students in their pursuit of educational and career goals. Nation-wide, NTHS works to develop a greater awareness within the American business, industry, and service communities about the talents and abilities of students engaged in technical education, and provides technical students with a greater awareness of the world of work.

The National Technical Honor Society and FBLA Collegiate at Southern Regional Technical College are thrilled to announce the success of their joint effort in collecting essential items for the Tift County Animal Shelter during the month of February 2024. The culmination of their charitable initiative was marked by the delivery of donated items and hands-on assistance at the shelter on Friday, March 1, 2024. During this collaborative campaign, members of the National Technical Honor Society and FBLA Collegiate worked to gather much-needed supplies for the Tift County Animal Shelter. The generosity of SRTC students and faculty played a crucial role in the achievement of this endeavor.