November 15, 2024 | Stay Connected, Stay Informed | |
McBee Campus Holds Ribbon Cutting | |
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Northeastern Technical College held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the college's new satellite campus in McBee, S.C. on November 12.
The McBee campus, located at 399 E. Cedar Ave, began offering welding courses this past fall semester and is expanding program offerings in January 2025, to include Pre-Engineering Mechanical I, Pre-Engineering Electrical I, and both MIG and TIG welding.
The new Campus is part of NETC’s ongoing commitment to expand educational opportunities across its service area.
“This marks a significant step forward in our efforts to ensure that people in our service area have access to the education and training they need," said NETC President Dr. Kyle Wagner. "We are committed to bringing high-quality, high-demand workforce programs to our communities that align with local industry needs. The McBee Campus is a key part of fulfilling that mission.”
For more information on enrolling in classes at the McBee Satellite Campus or to learn more about the upcoming programs, visit the NETC website at www.netc.edu or contact the Enrollment Center at 800-921-7399.
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Chesterfield High Students Explore Cutting-Edge Nursing Education at NETC | |
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Students from Chesterfield High School's Health Occupations class and instructor Bradley Mishue, toured the NETC Nursing Simulation Lab this Tuesday. During the visit they gained hands-on exposure to the world of nursing education, learning about the diverse specialties within the nursing profession, and explored some of the state-of-the-art technologies used in nursing training today.
The highlight of the tour was the interactive experience with simulation manikins and virtual learning tools, which allowed students to observe how future nurses are trained to respond to real-world medical scenarios.
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Rojas Competes in DII Cross Country National Championship | |
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Enrique Morales Rojas competed in the NJCAA DII Cross Country National Championship on Saturday, November 9th at Pole Green Park in Richmond, VA, becoming the first NETC student-athlete to qualify and compete in the event.
Enrique finished 272nd out of 315 runners in the 8-km race with a time of 31 minutes and 48 seconds (6 minutes and 24 seconds per mile).
Congrats to Enrique and way to represent NETC Athletics at the National Level!
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Massage Therapy Students Showcase Skills at Free Massage Clinic | |
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NETC's first Massage Therapy cohort is wrapping up their first semester, marking a major milestone in their educational journey. Throughout the term, students have gained valuable hands-on experience, and learned many therapeutic techniques.
This week, students showcased their progress by hosting a free public massage clinic, offering the employees and the community the opportunity to experience their growing skill sets. The clinic allowed massage therapy students to apply their learning in a real-world setting, while receiving feedback and building confidence in their abilities.
During the Spring 2025 semester, which begins in January, students will continue to refine their skills with additional public massage days.
For more information about NETC's Massage Therapy program, which is now taking applications for the Fall 2025 semester, call 800-921-7399.
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NETC Rings in the Season with Dickens ‘A Christmas Carol’ Production | |
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Northeastern Technical College's (NETC) Theatre Department will host two productions this holiday season of Charles Dickens "A Christmas Carol." The theater production will feature NETC students and employees, along with special guests from the community.
A CHRISMAS CAROL PRODUCTION DATES:
Thursday, November 21 at 6:30 pm - Cheraw NETC Campus - $5 donation at the door.
Tuesday, November 26 at 8:00 pm - Booth Playhouse at the Blumenthal Theater in Charlotte, NC - Tickets starting at $30. SOLD OUT!
"A Christmas Carol" is the timeless story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserable elderly man who was visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. By the end of the play, Scrooge's heart softened, and he transformed into a kinder, gentler man.
For more information about the NETC Theatre Department and how to attend or be a part of the next production, call (843) 921-6900 for more information.
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NETC Mascot Visits Marlboro Academy | |
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NETC Trailblazer Mascot "Blaze" is wrapping up his tour of high schools in the service area with a visit this week to Marlboro Academy in Bennettsville, SC.
Over the past two months, Blaze and NETC Student Life Coordinator, Leigh Ziebell, have toured high schools and visited students in Chesterfield, Marlboro, and Dillon Counties.
During the visits they shared information about the college and asking students to "donut" stop until they reach their goals. Each group of students wrote their goals on a "dream board" to be displayed at the high school and served treats along the way.
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SAFETY REMINDER
As colder weather approaches, employees are reminded that space heaters are not permitted on any NETC campuses due to fire safety protocols. This policy is in place to ensure the safety of all students, faculty, and staff, and to minimize the risk of fire hazards within college facilities. Please adhere to this guideline and use alternative methods to stay warm during the colder months.
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| November 22 | Employee Thanksgiving Potluck | | November 27 | Thanksgiving Break - No Classes / College Open | | November 28-29 | Thanksgiving Holiday - College Closed | | December 4 | Fall 2025 Semester Ends | | December 5 | LPN Pinning Ceremony | | December 11 | Industrial Credentials Ceremony | | December 12 | NETC Winter Commencement | | December 17 | Employee Holiday Luncheon | | |
BECOME A NETC TRAILBLAZER! | | |
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Need a lift?
PDRTA offers public transportation routes Cheraw, Dillon,
and Marlboro County. Buses routinely stop at NETC Cheraw Campus.
Find your Route!
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CHERAW CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION MAP | |
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Construction will create changes to entries,
walkways and parking on the Cheraw Campus.
Access into the college campus is being restricted to entry through the 200 Building (Hampton Hall) for ALL STUDENTS, and 100 Building (Ingram Hall) for all Employees and Visitors. The Northeastern Technical College quad is accessible from all buildings.
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ID Badges: All employees and students are required to wear their college ID badges at all times while on campus. This helps us quickly identify members of our campus community and maintain a secure environment. If you do not have an ID badge, you can obtain one from the Enrollment Center this week M-Th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (AND you get a snazzy Trailblazer Lanyard or Retractable Badge Holder!!)
Parking Decals: Every employee and student must have a valid parking decal displayed on their vehicle. This is essential for campus security and parking management. If you do not have a Parking Decal you should obtain one from the Enrollment Center this week M-Th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. You will need your license plate number to get your parking decal.
3. Visitor Check-In: All visitors to campus must check in at the main office located in the 100 building. At community campuses, visitors should see the campus coordinator. Visitors will be required to show a photo ID, and sign in, to obtain a visitor’s pass. Please remind any guests or visitors of this procedure to ensure a smooth check-in process.
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Employee Parking: All employees are required to park in the designated parking lot near the 100 building. The only exception to this rule is for employees with an accommodation on file.
Student Parking: All students must park in the designated 200 building parking lot. This helps manage traffic flow and ensures that parking is available for both students and staff in the appropriate areas. The only exception to this rule is for students with an accommodation on file.
If an employee or student does not have their College ID, a visitor's pass will be issued for the day. However, only two visitor passes will be issued per semester, after reaching the limit, there will be a $5 charge for each visitor's pass.
Your cooperation with these policies is crucial to keeping our campus secure and orderly. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please don’t hesitate to reach out to campus security or HR.
Thank you for your attention to these important measures and for your continued commitment to making Northeastern Technical College a safe place for everyone.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Northeastern Technical College provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Find Your Career Here!
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NORTHEASTERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
1201 Chesterfield Highway Cheraw, SC 29520
www.netc.edu (843) 921-6900
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