Southern Regional Technical College

On Monday, December 8, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized five graduating Medical Assisting students at a pinning ceremony in Moultrie, honoring their achievements. The students received pins and small gifts in honor of their accomplishments. Each of the graduating students completed multiple semesters of rigorous prerequisite and occupational coursework, including a series of clinical rotations at local medical offices. The students are eligible to sit for the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam. This designation represents a medical assistant who has been credentialed through the Certifying Board of the AAMA.

On Thursday, December 4, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized five graduating Central Sterile Supply Processing Technician students at a pinning ceremony in Tifton, honoring their achievements.

On Thursday, December 4, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized three graduating Surgical Technology students at a pinning ceremony in Tifton, honoring their achievements.

On Tuesday, December 2, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) honored graduating SRTC Radiologic Technology students during a ceremony at SRTC's Moultrie campus. Eighteen seniors were recognized at the awards ceremony and received pins to mark the completion of their program requirements. 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 11 commencement ceremony in Bainbridge.

On Wednesday, December 3, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) held a pinning ceremony honoring the most recent class of Practical Nursing (PN) students in Bainbridge. The ceremony commemorates the students' successful completion of their nursing coursework and clinical rotations. These graduates are eligible to participate in the college's formal commencement ceremony on December 11, 2025.

On Wednesday, December 3, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) held a pinning ceremony in Bainbridge during which 42 Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students and 21 Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students from the LPN to RN Bridge program Nursing cohorts 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 11 and will officially be Registered Nurses (RN) pending the passage of their board exams.

On Thursday, November 13, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) honored graduating SRTC Radiologic Technology students during a ceremony at SRTC's Thomasville campus. Twenty seniors were recognized at the awards ceremony and received pins to mark the completion of their program requirements. "This is a tremendous accomplishment for these graduates, and we couldn't be prouder of their success," said Buffie Spencer, Radiologic Technology Program Chair. "They've worked incredibly hard to reach this milestone, and now they're ready to begin their careers as certified radiologic technologists. We're excited to see them take what they've learned and make a real difference in healthcare. Congratulations to each of them as they move forward into this next chapter."

On November 13, 2025, thirteen Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) Respiratory Care graduates were honored during a pinning ceremony in 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 11 graduation ceremony at SRTC's Bainbridge Campus.

On Thursday, November 13, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) held a pinning ceremony honoring its first graduating class of Echocardiography students in Thomasville. The ceremony commemorates the students' successful completion of their coursework and clinical training. These graduates are also eligible to participate in the commencement ceremony at SRTC's Bainbridge Campus on December 11, 2025.

On the evening of November 5, 2025, the Moultrie chapter of the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) inducted 12 new members into the organization. The formal ceremony was held at SRTC's Thomasville campus. The 2025 Fall NTHS inductees were Torrey R. Edwards, Janyra Garcia, Maria G. Gachuz-Zamorano, Karen A. Hernandez-Barradas, Jackeline Jesus-Trujillo, Mirmi Lopez, Brooklyn G. Massey, Crista McMurphy, Wesley S. Mims, Jr., Aimee M. Radford, Efrain Sifuentes, and Jaelyn E. Wier.

On the evening of October 27, 2025, the Bainbridge and Thomasville chapters of the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) inducted 9 new members into the organization. The formal ceremony was held at SRTC's Thomasville campus. The 2025 Fall NTHS inductees were Alexis Anderson, Debbie Conner, Veronica Cornelius, Angela Grubbs, Brecken Johns, Emily Lamb, Twanmisha Peeks, Jasmine Thompson, and Franchescia Williams.

Two recent Colquitt County High School graduates have achieved a remarkable milestone by successfully passing the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) on their first attempt. Kendall Meeks and Leah Yearby, both members of the inaugural dual enrollment Practical Nursing program class, are now officially Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in the state of Georgia. The achievement represents the continued success of the innovative partnership between Colquitt Regional Medical Center, Colquitt County School District, and Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC). Both students completed their high school education while simultaneously earning their Licensed Practical Nursing diploma from SRTC in May 2025.

For the 2025 fall semester, which began August 19, the Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) Foundation awarded scholarships to 90 students totaling $103,261. The SRTC scholarship funds assist students with education-related costs such as tuition, fees, books, classroom and lab supplies, and travel-related expenses.

Recently, the administration at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized exceptional students achieving the honor of President's List for the summer 2025 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 Dean's List for the Summer 2025 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 Merit List for the summer 2025 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.

On Thursday, July 31, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) held a pinning ceremony honoring the most recent class of Practical Nursing (PN) students representing the SRTC-Tifton and SRTC-Thomasville cohorts. The ceremony commemorates the students' successful completion of their nursing coursework and clinical rotations. These graduates participated in the commencement ceremony at SRTC-Bainbridge on July 29, 2025.

On Thursday, July 31, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) held a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Moultrie during which 18 Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students from the SRTC-Moultrie cohort received their nursing pins. The ceremony commemorates the students' successful completion of their nursing coursework and clinical rotations. This class of nursing students participated in SRTC's formal graduation ceremony on July 29 and will officially be Registered Nurses (RN) pending the passage of their board exams.

On Thursday, July 24, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized ten graduating Surgical Technology students at a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Tifton honoring their achievements. Each of the graduating students completed multiple semesters of rigorous prerequisite and occupational coursework, including a series of clinical rotations at local medical offices. Graduates of the program receive a surgical technology associate of applied science degree. The students are now eligible to sit for the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

On the evening of July 10, 2025, the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) inducted 13 new members into the organization. The formal ceremony was held at SRTC-Tifton. Campus Director, KaCee Holt, said, "It is such an honor to see so many of our SRTC students excelling in our programs and being inducted into the National Technical Honor Society. Through this organization, we have the opportunity to celebrate SRTC student academic achievements and recognize their commitment to their education, program, and communities. We are glad these NTHS inductees chose to start here and look forward to seeing them use their skills and education for the betterment of southwest Georgia."

Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recently recognized thirteen graduating Nurse Aide students at SRTC-Bainbridge, honoring the completion of their program. SRTC's Nurse Aide program consistently delivers outstanding results, as evidenced by excellent certification exam pass rates and strong employment outcomes. Throughout the program, the students completed the classroom training, laboratory practice, and clinical rotations required to earn their Nurse Aide certification.

Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) celebrated the achievements of 11 Criminal Justice graduates during a Challenge Coin Ceremony held on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at SRTC-Thomasville. The challenge coin tradition represents excellence, commitment, and the unique bond shared among those in law enforcement. These symbolic tokens mark the graduates' successful completion of the SRTC Criminal Justice program and welcome them into the law enforcement community.

For the third consecutive year, Southern Regional Technical College's (SRTC) Veterinary Technology program graduates achieved a 100% passage rate on the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE). The VTNE is a comprehensive 3-hour, 170-question exam administered by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards that covers nine essential domains of veterinary technician responsibility.

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.

Students from Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) showcased their exceptional skills at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate National Leadership Conference in Dallas on May 31-June 2. Three students from SRTC's FBLA-Collegiate chapter competed at the National level after placing first at the Georgia Spring Leadership Conference in March. The students were accompanied by four FBLA Advisors from SRTC: KaCee Holt, Kathie Mathis, Carol Peppers, and Carrie Viohl.

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.

In a remarkable achievement, three Colquitt County High School seniors - Laney Baird, Kendall Meeks, and Leah Yearby - have successfully completed Southern Regional Technical College's (SRTC) Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program while still in high school. This accomplishment marks a significant milestone in the innovative partnership between Colquitt Regional Medical Center, Colquitt County School District, and Southern Regional Technical College. "Leah, Laney, and Kendall have demonstrated exceptional skills and genuine compassion," said Casey Clark-Arenas, SRTC Practical Nursing Instructor. "These young graduates have shown remarkable maturity and dedication beyond their years, and they are well-prepared to serve as licensed practical nurses. They will provide outstanding care throughout our community and beyond, representing the bright future of healthcare in our region."

On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) held a pinning ceremony honoring the most recent class of Practical Nursing (PN) students representing the SRTC-Moultrie 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 July 29, 2025.

Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recently recognized five graduating Nurse Aide students at SRTC-Bainbridge, honoring the completion of their program: Ashley Collins, Heaven Hardrick, Madysen Mitchell, Katelyn Murphy, and Shabrika Smith.

On Tuesday, April 29, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized seven graduating Nurse Aide students at a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Moultrie honoring their achievements: Pebble Burrow, Rheya Denton, Sade Jordon, Saida Sifuentes, Arkessia Stewart, Jaquarous Toomer, and Keandria Tucker.