Medical Assisting Students Recognized in Pinning Ceremony

On Thursday, April 25, 2024, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) recognized five graduating Medical Assisting students at a pinning ceremony at SRTC-Moultrie honoring their achievements. The students received pins and small gifts in honor of their accomplishments. The graduating Medical Assisting students include Shelby Cardin of Berlin, Tania Licona of Moultrie, Kimberly Bristol of Barney, Caprela Wright of Tifton, and Jermeta Greene of Tifton. Shelby Cardin of Thomasville and...



SRTC Veterinary Technology Students Recognized at Pinning Ceremony

On the morning of April 25, 2024, four students were recognized at a Veterinary Technology pinning ceremony held at Southern Regional Technical College’s (SRTC) Thomasville Campus. These students completed multiple semesters of rigorous occupational coursework and a series of clinical rotations at local animal hospitals in addition to their prerequisite coursework. The graduates honored include Taylor Brittain of Thomasville, Austin Forbeck of Sylvester, Sarah Kirsch of Pelham, and...



SRTC Criminal Justice Program Utilizes Virtual Reality and Judgment Simulation Lab with Moultrie Police Department

The Criminal Justice Program at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) is shaping the future of criminal justice education through its innovative use of technology. Benjie Nobles, Criminal Justice Faculty at SRTC, focuses on providing hands-on experiences for his students and preparing them for real-world scenarios with virtual reality (VR) headsets and judgment simulation technology. Students use virtual reality headsets to transport themselves into various criminal justice...



SRTC Participates in Georgia Spring Leadership Conference and Competitions

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 were hosted throughout the next two days as the conference...



SRTC Appoints New Board Member Brad Barber

Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) President Jim Glass is pleased to announce the addition of Brad E Barber of Bainbridge and Decatur County to the SRTC Board of Directors. Barber was sworn in during the April 10 Board of Directors meeting at SRTC-Moultrie and will serve SRTC for a term of 3 years. Barber has over 31 years of experience in banking. He began his career as a drive-through teller at the former C&S Bank in Athens, Georgia, and has worked in numerous areas of the bank...



SRTC Medical Laboratory Technology Graduates Honored in Pinning Ceremony

Southern Regional Technical College’s (SRTC) Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program held a pinning ceremony on Wednesday, April 10, marking the completion of the program for 15 students. Each student graduated with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from SRTC. The graduates include Alexis Adkins of Perry, Montoya Barnes of Boston, Christina Brown of Pelham, Ricky Carter of Thomasville, Galilea Cervantes of Cairo, Kimberly Cochran of Tifton,...



Katrina Jones: Never Too Late

Katrina Jones, a custodian and student at Southern Regional Technical College in Thomasville, embodies the values of SRTC – honesty, integrity, and excellence. Her journey, from student and custodian to business owner, highlights the power of education and support found within the SRTC community. Katrina’s connection to SRTC runs deep. Graduating with her Certified Nursing Assistant certification from the college in 1996, she laid the groundwork for her career in caregiving. Little...



Rhea Brashear Named Technical College System of Georgia Outstanding Adult Education Teacher of the Year

Rhea Brashear, an instructor in the Adult Education program at Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC), has been awarded the title of 2024 Outstanding Adult Education Teacher of the Year by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). This recognition celebrates Brashear’s outstanding dedication, innovation, and impact in the field of adult education. TCSG Commissioner Greg Dozier presented Brashear with the Adult Education Teacher of the Year and a check for $2,500 during a...



Local High School Students Compete in Welding Competition Sponsored by Southern Regional Technical College, Jones Welding, and Lincoln Electric

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...



SRTC's EMT Students Sign Apprenticeship Agreements with Thomas County Emergency Services

In a significant milestone for both education and workforce development, Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) proudly announces the achievement of its Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) students who signed apprenticeship agreements with Thomas County Emergency Services on March 11, 2024. This is the first cohort of the Street to Station Program, which aims to train fire medics or individuals who are cross-trained in both fire rescue and emergency medical services. The...



SRTC Inducts New Members into National Technical Honor Society

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. The 2024 Spring NTHS inductees included Ivy Hill of Attapulgus, Heather Marshall of Whigham, Jenni Hernandez of Moultrie, Samaria Crumpton of Valdosta, Shunquanettha Williams of Thomasville, Catherine Porter of Moultrie, Tristan Blair of Bainbridge, Patricia Garcia of...



SRTC SkillsUSA Members Excel at State Competition

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,...