For nearly 50 years, York Technical College has been providing a college education to thousands—make that hundreds of thousands—of students in York, Chester, and Lancaster counties. High quality, affordable, college education that’s close to home. York Tech’s programs provide students with options in numerous career fields. For students planning on a four-year degree, our University...

Beginning a career isn’t always as simple as graduating from college and landing a job. Planning for a career requires that we take a look within ourselves, explore career options, and conduct a strategic job search. Like most things worth having in life, it requires hard work and planning. The Career Services office invites York Technical College students and graduates to explore the many...

York Technical College is a proud partner of the Hive, a work-based learning cooperative and small business incubation program that launched in Old Town Rock Hill in 2011. The Hive serves real clients—local small businesses and non-profits—while using the work to teach York Tech and Winthrop University students practical skills in Internet marketing, web design & development—all under...

York Technical College offers students many paths to success in great careers. Check out the Top 10 Tech Careers that you can pursue at York Tech. COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY – NETWORKING York Tech’s Associate Degree in Computer Technology with a Networking specialization, prepares students for entry-level network and computer systems administrator positions. Additionally, some of the degree...

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Your gender doesn’t have to determine how you make a living Probably the best question to ask yourself when you’re deciding on a career is “What do I really love to do?” But what if the answer to that question just brings up more questions? What if your career choice challenges a few stereotypes? What if it requires you to swim against the cultural current? The men working in daycare...

Don’t put it off another day —start your path to a better future at York Technical College. With nearly 90 programs to choose from—including degrees, diplomas, and certificates—that can prepare you for dozens of great jobs, York Technical College 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...

If you are looking to start a new career or to expand your skill set to land that promotion in a hurry, Continuing Education courses at York Technical College could be right for you. Continuing Education courses are typically shorter than credit courses but still open the door to some great careers. Certified Nursing Assistant – State Certified CNA Certification will prepare you for a job in...

It’s the best choice for many students, says college president There is no shortage of misconceptions about community and technical colleges. But with practical advice and a straightforward style, Thomas J. Snyder, president of Indiana’s Ivy Tech Community College system and author of The Community College Career Track, is exactly the right guy to clear them up. Q. What motivated you to...

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 nearly 80 programs to choose from – including degrees, diplomas, and certificates – that can prepare you for dozens of great jobs, York Tech has one that’s right for you. Our flexible course options, low tuition costs and small class...

So many careers have felt the brunt of the recession, but one field that remains strong is health care. It’s true, not everyone is cut out to be a nurse, but have you considered a career in radiography,  surgical technology, or physical therapy? Many of these opportunities may be a perfect fit for you and one that will keep you coming home each week with a paycheck. Add to that the fact the...

York Technical College’s Dual Enrollment program allows high school students to earn college credits while still in high school. In fact, many students complete large portions of their freshman year of college while still in high school. Earn Both High School and College Credit At York Tech Course Availability York Technical College offers a variety of courses that can be taken by...

Not a typical student? Don’t worry, York Technical College knows how to help Maybe you don’t know what exactly lies in your future. What you do know is that you’re ready for college. Perhaps you know exactly what you want to study. Then again, maybe you don’t. That’s why York Technical College offers student support resources to help you have a successful college experience. Students...

Everything that we do for students at York Technical College is guided by the principle of student success. From the admissions process through the graduation experience, York Tech is committed to helping its students be successful in every way possible. Research on student success shows that students who take advantage of the resources their college provides are more likely to persist and...

Don’t put it off another day! Start your path to a better future at York Technical College.  With nearly 80 programs to choose from – including degrees, diplomas, and certificates – that can prepare you for dozens of great jobs, 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. Our...

It’s no secret that getting a degree from York Technical College is one of the best educational values around, but many students begin their college careers with the added burden of trying to figure out how they’re going to pay for an education. York Tech financial aid experts say it doesn’t have to be that way. Time and time again our financial aid staff meet students who are certain they...

Are you interested in having a career that positively impacts your community? Police officers, sheriff’s deputies, and detention officers are some of the communities most respected members as they help to keep our residents safe. The Criminal Justice Technology program offered at York Technical College provides a curriculum designed to help students understand the criminal justice system and...

You may have heard that manufacturing jobs are a thing of the past. While it’s true that old-fashioned assembly line jobs are dwindling, a new kind of manufacturing job is starving for skilled workers. Demand for manufacturing skills increases with changing times  Today, over 60 percent of manufacturing employees have at least some college education, according to a U.S Department of Commerce...

“You’re Hired!” That’s why many students embrace the opportunity to make important job connections while they’re still in school. Work-based learning allows students to work in a field of interest while earning hands-on experience and academic credit. “I wanted a job during school that would turn into a career,” says Seth White. White participated in an apprenticeship with...

A community partnership strengthening the talent pipeline to support local industry In partnership with the Chester County School District, York Technical College and local industry partners have joined together to develop a nationally-recognized Youth Apprenticeship program. This community-wide collaboration provides an alternative career pathway for high school students, with a seamless...

Ginny Ryerson planned to attend college, but she did not know she could start as a high school student until a family friend told her about dual enrollment opportunities at York Technical College. Dual Enrollment enables high school students that are at least 16 years old and have completed 10th grade to enroll in college credit classes at York Technical College. Students may earn up to two years...

Changing careers in today’s economy often means going back to college to learn new skills. York Technical College is the first place career changers turn, and not just because it’s a good value. College for adult learners York Tech has served adult learners for decades. We understand the challenges faced by older students who often have family and job responsibilities. With affordable...

In mid-June, York and Chester Counties announced over 7,000 new jobs, providing a platform in economic development growth in the area. York Technical College continues to be a key reason why companies want to do business in this region. Three major companies plan to build and or relocate major operations to the area. Giti Tire, a Singapore-based tire manufacturer, will open its first North...

Criminal Justice The men and women who graduate from York Technical College’s Criminal Justice Technology program mature to become some of the most respected members of our communities as police officers, sheriff’s deputies, detention officers, and more. Not everyone is cut out for work in criminal justice, but for those who have what it takes, York Tech’s Associate of Applied Science...

Booming “middle-skill” careers The South Carolina Department of Education and Workforce (SC DEW) has identified the fastest-growing jobs in the state economy. Those in the “middle skill” category – occupations that need workers who have more than a high-school diploma but less than a four-year degree – are growing especially fast. York Technical College offers a wide range of program...

What do you think of when you imagine a shift change at a factory? Unless you work inside one, chances are you think of a messy shop floor, punch cards and time-clocks, and thousands of workers pouring in and out of the gates. The textile mills that dominated our region’s economy for decades may still shape public perception of manufacturing. But within the industry, vast changes in technology...

York Technical College’s mission statement says it all: Building Our Community Through Maximizing Student Success. Simply put, York Tech’s Success = Education + Economy. The notion of an educonomy, a term that gained steam in educational policy circles in 2014, signals a new vision for South Carolina’s – and the nation’s – future economic health and job creation. With job openings...

When choosing a career, it’s important to know your personal interests and talents, as well as the job outlook for professions matching these abilities, the education required, and the earnings you can expect—annually and over a lifetime. Our career -finder, Find Your Match, uses short questions to get a sense of your personality, interests and values, then matches them to career opportunities...

Career opportunities, economic rewards, emerging technologies. The Automotive Technology program at York Technical College puts you on track for one of today’s most promising careers. York Tech’s Automotive Technology curriculum prepares students to go out and become automotive technicians and provides updated training for those already working. Students learn general automotive repair,...