Facts and Finds

Community college pays off Graduates who earn certificates at community colleges earn an average of nearly $9,000 more annually than those who go through for-profit training programs, according to new data from the US Department of Education. “Some institutions are clearly paying off for graduates, offering a high-value degree relative to other institutions,” the report notes. “In...

Get the Most Out of Your College Visit

Choosing a college involves many factors – it’s a big decision. That’s why York Technical College strongly encourages prospective students to take part in a campus visit. It’s one of the best ways to see if the ‘fit’ is right for you. Here are a few ways to make your visit experience more valuable: Plan early. Choose a day where you can be relaxed and you don’t have to worry...

South Carolina is Hiring!

Do you need to start a career? What is the secret to getting the training employers want? The latest research shows there are several positions waiting for qualified applicants in South Carolina. What do many of these in-demand jobs have in common? They are innovative fields with interesting and challenging careers and require only a two-year associate degree or certification—available right...

Shape UP with a Career in Fitness: Helping others get healthy is a booming business

With soaring rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension and other chronic health conditions in the United States, the demand for cost-effective, quality health promotion and prevention is at an all-time high. Recognition of the benefits of good nutrition and exercise in preventing chronic disease has created a wide-open career path for qualified fitness...

Meet Cora Geiter

York Tech student Cora Geiter is enrolled in the personal training program. She participates in lab hours that are designed for students to gain practical experience, which includes training faculty and staff at the College. Geiter hopes to become a movement specialist working with special populations, particularly seniors. “I’m looking at training seniors before they have to hit physical...

Top 5 Reasons to Choo$e York Tech

In an era of high college costs, long-term student debt, and uncertainty about career options, now more than ever, students and parents are compelled to consider a college degree as a serious investment.  In addition to cost, several factors such as debt, post-graduation employability and wage outlook must all be weighed when deciding your college choice. The region’s best higher education...

$$ and Sense

Which college is right for you? Much like buying a car, it helps to shop around before committing to years of payments. Approximate full-time annual in-state tuition* comparison based on two 12-credit semesters: $4,187   York Technical College $7,558   University of South Carolina - Lancaster $12,838  College of Charleston $15,374  Clemson University $15,730  Winthrop...

Who Says You Can’t be in Two Places at Once?

Dual Enrollment at York Technical College (YTC) gives a high school junior or senior a jump-start on a college education by providing the opportunity to earn college credit while simultaneously earning a high school diploma. YTC partners with each school district in its service area of  York, Chester, and Lancaster Counties as well as with charter, private, and home schools in the service...

York Tech’s Utility Line Worker Program Expands

If working with your hands and being outdoors interests you, then becoming a line worker may be a good fit. York Technical College’s Utility Line Worker program is making great strides in expanding opportunities for students at the College and in the community.  The College was recently awarded $200,000 from the Duke Energy Line Worker Training Grant Program to help expand the College’s...

Be Your Own Boss: Careers in Real Estate

If you’re in the market to find a job where you run the show, consider becoming a real estate agent. You’ll be in charge of your own hours and schedule, networking, managing client relationships, and handling paperwork. Whether you’re looking for a full-time career as a broker, ready for a career change, or looking to make supplementary income, York Technical College offers continuing...

Ready for the Call: EMTs Save Lives

Looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference in your community? Study to be an emergency medical technician (EMT) at York Technical College. There are four levels in this career path: emergency medical responder, emergency medical technician, advanced emergency medical technician and paramedic. YTC offers certifications as an emergency medical responder (EMR), emergency...

York Technical College: One College. Many Opportunities

Don’t put it off another day! Start your path to a better future at York Technical College.  With over 80 programs to choose from – including degrees, diplomas, and certificates – that can prepare you for dozens of great careers, York Tech has one that’s right for you.  Our flexible course options, low tuition costs, and small class sizes are designed to fit any student’s lifestyle....