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We provide high-quality, skills-based, technical education opportunities that drive economic success.

At Southern Tech, our vision is to be the premier technology center that develops a modern, highly skilled, and efficiently trained workforce to close the national skills gap.

 

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What made you decide to attend SouthernTech?

"I came to learn skills to get a job and use for a career. My father came here when he was a teenager, and he told me that it was a great trade school with hands-on learning, which was a main thing for me. I’ve grown to be more outgoing when speaking to people. I learned how to dress and act professional in a workforce because of SouthernTech."

Hannah DawsonAdult | Media & Animation

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How would you describe your experience at SouthernTech?

"My experience at SouthernTech was very top tier because of how the teachers are and how they try and be there for you and help with your dream career."

Bradley DodsonSpringer High School | Carpentry

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How would you describe your experience at SouthernTech?

"SouthernTech isn't a school, it's a family, and you will find that out as soon as you set foot on campus. Ms. Mayo has made it a priority that we don't just get a grade, but we truly understand what we are learning."

Riley JohnsonAdult | Cosmetology

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What Has been the most meaningful or memorable part of your Time at SouthernTech?

"Making art with friends. It's always fun to do something with people you like."

Amy PhillipsDavis High School | Auto Collision Repair & Refinishing

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How has SouthernTech helped you feel more confident about your future?

"It has given me valuable real work experiences and information I didn't have before."

Cyruz MunizArdmore High School | Biotechnology

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What made you decided to attend SouthernTech?

"The ability to learn and grow with high quality content."

Tyler TravisDavis High School | Robotics

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How has your instructor supported your learning and success?

"She's the best! Mrs. Adams is very supportive and helpful! She wants the best for all students she teaches. My Teacher is always making sure we understand and are ready/prepared to succeed."

Charli FullerAdult | Medical Office Administration

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What made you decide to attend SouthernTech?

"Ever since I went to my first car show, I have always been interested in cars, and as soon as I heard about this program, I made sure I would get in."

Tyler EubanksDickson High School | Auto Service

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How would you describe your experience at SouthernTech?

"My experience has been great. I've learned a lot of practices that have to do with heavy equipment that will transfer to the workforce."

Dylan CalvertAdult | Heavy Equipment Operation

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What has been the most meaningful or memorable part of your time here?

"The kindness of my instructor but also the other students. Inclusion is awarded and working at your own pace is alright."

Nelson I. DuranPlainview High School | Electrical Technology

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Do you feel prepared for your future career?

"I do! My teacher has been there and prepared us for everything that we could possibly face and has done an amazing job at it."

Jolene MitchellAdult | Medical Assisting

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What made you decide to attend SouthernTech?

"I have worked as a nurse aide and medication Ade for 12 years and decided to advance my career doing what I love."

Michelle O'DellAdult | Licensed Practical Nursing Year 1

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What made you decide to attend SouthernTech?

"The Biotechnology Program. I really enjoy science and knowing I had a better work idea here, I decided to take it."

Kalie BeyesSulphur High School | Biotechnology

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Do you feel prepared for your future career?

"I feel greatly prepared for my future, as I learned industry secrets, standards, and procedures."

Jacob WickerdDickson High School | Media & Animation

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What made you decide to attend SouthernTech?

"The ability to work on trucks, cars, and SUVs, the physical labor, and always being active."

Zeigan MarkumHeadlton High School | Auto Collision Repair & Refinishing

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Do you feel prepared for your future career?

Everything they have taught us, including client consultation, what to do in an emergency, and color correction, make me feel extremely prepared for my future career."

Cloe MunizArdmore High School | Cosmetology

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How has your instructor supported your learning and success?

"My instructor goes above and beyond to make sure I understand all my material. I've learned hundreds of medical terminology. I understand medical insurance, and how to schedule, and also all types of scheduling."

Piper BlankenshipDavis High School | Medical Office Administration

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How has SouthernTech helped you feel more confident about your future?

"I gave me a career path that will be stable and there is a shortage of workers for construction."

Jayden SharpPlainview High School | Heavy Equipment Operation

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What made you decide to attend SouthernTech?

"I wanted to work on my grandpa's truck. I wanted to learn more about vehicles and learn customer service."

Kempner EcholsSpringer High School | Auto Service

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How would you describe your experience at SouthernTech?

"It has been a great learning experience in a welcoming environment."

Hunter InselmanAdult | Licensed Practical Nursing Year 1

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Fast Facts About Southern Tech

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1,161

Total Certifications Earned

$7,251,428

Economic Impact (Of Our Completer's)

13,423

total enrollments

89.3%

Positive Placement