Southern Regional Technical College

Southern Regional Technical College's (SRTC) Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program held a pinning ceremony on Wednesday, April 9, marking the completion of the program for 9 students. Each student graduated with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from SRTC. The graduates include Jewell Anfinson, Makayla Carter, Timbreanna Hudson, Shannon Johnson, Tiffany Johnson, Angel Paro, Emma Ryan, Jasmine West, and Michelle Young.

Male nurses make up about 12% of total nurses, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). In the last 10 years alone, the percentage of male nurses has increased by more than 59%. Male LPNs increased by 112%, NPs by 108%, and RNs by 51%. While this growth is encouraging, healthcare organizations continue to prioritize gender diversity in nursing. Industry leaders are actively implementing recruitment strategies, mentorship programs, and educational initiatives to further increase male representation in this vital profession, aiming to strengthen the nursing workforce through greater diversity. We are excited to spotlight our amazing male Practical Nursing students in the new series "Strength in Scrubs: Men in Nursing"

On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized seven graduating Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician students at a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Tifton honoring their achievements. The Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician program is designed to provide entry-level training that will prepare graduates to function in the sterile supply processing and distribution areas of healthcare facilities. The program is based on a combination of theory and clinical instruction, applying scientific principles to the specific work area. Through theory classes with laboratory participatory components, students gain the knowledge and skills necessary for clinical application in healthcare settings. The program's academic and practical experiences provide students with the preparation needed to be eligible to sit for the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) certification exam.

Students from Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) showcased their exceptional skills at the Georgia Spring Leadership Conference in Atlanta on March 28-29. Members of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate and National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) chapters participated in leadership training workshops and competitive events, bringing home multiple awards.

Local high school students competed in a welding competition on Thursday, March 27, 2025, 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. Over 50 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. SRTC welcomed students from Bainbridge High School, Colquitt County High School, Early County High School, Harris County High School, Miller County High School, Mitchell County High School, Pelham High School, Thomas County Central High School, Thomasville High School, Thomson High School, Valdosta High School, and Worth County High School.

Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) is proud to announce that its first-ever Patient Care Technician/Assistant (PCT/A) graduating class has achieved a 100% pass rate on the Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPTC/A) exam. Chanice Johnson, Sheryl Means, Tien Nichols, Macey Sheffield, and Liz Snyder completed their coursework and clinical requirements before successfully passing their certification exams on their first attempt. This milestone marks a significant accomplishment for SRTC's newest healthcare program.

Fall semester graduates from Southern Regional Technical College's (SRTC) Radiologic Technology program in Moultrie who have taken the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam have achieved a 100% passage. "We are incredibly proud of our recent graduates who have achieved a 100% pass rate on their ARRT exams," said Buffie Spencer, Radiologic Technology Program Chair. "This extraordinary accomplishment is a testament to their dedication, countless hours of preparation, and unwavering determination. From their impressive pre-graduation job placement rate to now achieving excellence on their board exams, these graduates have proven themselves ready to make an immediate impact in healthcare."

In a continuing commitment to excellence in education and workforce development, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) proudly announces the advancement of its latest cohort of fire medic students in the Street to Station Program. This is the second cohort of the Street to Station Program with Thomas County Emergency Services, which aims to train fire medics or individuals who are cross-trained in both fire rescue and emergency medical services. These students were honored at a pinning ceremony held at the Thomas County Board of Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, marking the successful completion of comprehensive Firefighter 1 training.

On Tuesday, February 25, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized seven graduating Nurse Aide Accelerated students at a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Thomasville honoring their achievements: Shanaya Bryant of Pelham, Coluntiya Clements of Cairo, Brenda Lilly of Thomasville, Faith Mayo of Thomasville, Ra'Saviya Robinson of Pelham, Angel Stokes of Valdosta, and Kierra Timpson of Fort Gaines. 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.

Fall semester graduates from Southern Regional Technical College's (SRTC) Nurse Aide program in Moultrie achieved a 100% passage on the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP). The NNAAP determines competency to become enrolled in the Georgia State Nurse Aide registry, making all nine graduates Certified Nurse Aides (CNA).

On Monday, December 2, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) honored graduating SRTC-Thomasville Radiologic Technology students during a ceremony at SRTC-Thomasville. Twelve seniors were recognized at the awards ceremony and received pins to mark the completion of their program requirements: Diana Albarran, Christina Ansley, Sherika Bevard, Laila Carolina, Tyrenell Carswell, Madison Cooper, Brenda Fuller, Yeni Gonzalez, Jeren Greene, Armani Miller, Chelsey Riggins, and Seth Roland.

For the 2025 spring semester, which begins January 13, the Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) Foundation awarded scholarships to 79 students totaling $79,500. The SRTC scholarship funds assist students with education-related costs such as tuition, fees, books, classroom and lab supplies, and gas money.

Recently, the administration at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized exceptional students achieving the honor of Merit List for the fall 2024 term, which ended December 2. 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 fall 2024 term, which ended December 2. 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 fall 2024 term, which ended December 2. 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.

On the afternoon of Tuesday, December 3, 2024, the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing inducted 3 new members into the Alpha Delta Nu (ADN) Honor Society. The formal ceremony was held at SRTC-Thomasville. The inductees included the following students from the Fall 2024 Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) graduates: Carol Andrew, Tiffany McIntyre, and Janeysia Yellock. The Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) approved the formation of the Alpha Delta Nu (ADN) Honor Society, a national honor society for associate degree nursing students that recognizes the achievements of nursing students and promotes excellence in the nursing profession. Southern Regional Technical College has been chartered as the Iota Gamma Chapter, the first chapter to be established in the state of Georgia.

On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) held a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Thomasville during which 49 Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) and ASN-Bridge students from the SRTC-Thomasville cohort received their nursing pins. The ceremony commemorates the students' successful completion of their nursing coursework and clinical rotations. This class of nursing students is eligible to participate in SRTC's formal graduation ceremony on December 4 and will officially be Registered Nurses (RN) pending the passage of their board exams.

On Monday, November 25, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized two graduating Nurse Aide Accelerated students at a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Thomasville honoring their achievements: Courtney Samuel of Thomasville and Jerrica Shine of Cairo. 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.

On Tuesday, November 19, 2024, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized seven graduating Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician students at a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Tifton honoring their achievements. The graduating Central Sterile Supply Processing cohort includes Accica Bailey, Alexis Bateman, Latasha Byrd, Jessica Henderson, David Poole, and Alexa Quiroga. The Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician program is designed to provide entry-level training that will prepare graduates to function in the sterile supply processing and distribution areas of healthcare facilities. The program is based on a combination of theory and clinical instruction, applying scientific principles to the specific work area. Through theory classes with laboratory participatory components, students gain the knowledge and skills necessary for clinical application in healthcare settings. The program's academic and practical experiences provide students with the preparation needed to be eligible to sit for the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM) certification exam.

On Monday, November 25, 2024, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) held a pinning ceremony honoring the most recent class of Practical Nursing (PN) students representing the SRTC-Bainbridge cohort. The ceremony commemorates the students' successful completion of their nursing coursework and clinical rotations. These graduates are also eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony at SRTC-Bainbridge on December 4, 2024. Graduates representing the Bainbridge cohort include Jasmine Barron, Bobby Gantt, Tahesha Hopkins, Jacalin Humphrey, Summer Hurst, Scarlet Lawrence, Amanda Mitchell, Brittany Murphy, Katelynn Patterson, Sha'Kayvia Roberts, Katoya Scott, Michelle Smart, Keyondra Spencer, Cierra Stanley, and Janeshia Williams.

On November 25, 2024, fifteen Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) Respiratory Care graduates were honored during a pinning ceremony held at SRTC-Thomasville. Joined by students' families and friends, the Respiratory Care program faculty at SRTC hosted the annual pinning ceremony in honor of the senior students. These students completed two semesters of prerequisite coursework as well as four semesters of rigorous occupational coursework including a series of clinical rotations at local hospitals. In addition to the pinning ceremony, these students are eligible to participate in the college's December 4 graduation ceremony at SRTC-Bainbridge. The graduates honored were: Mikayla Billups of Adel, Whitney Cawthon of Thomasville, Krishandra Davis of Thomasville, Elizabeth Evarts of Newton, Archie Bernard Fowler of Albany, Jala Herring of Norman Park, Ahlissia James of Thomasville, Shaquila McClain of Thomasville, Myesha Keyshonna Morris of Cairo, Crishundra Renee Reed of Arlinton, Fallyn Taylor Schafer of Cairo, Yeni Simon-Chaves of Bainbridge, Samantha Skinner of Lakeland, Candace Washington of Boston, and Iesha Tiara Wilcox of Cairo.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

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).

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.