Featured Programs
Arts, Sciences, and University Transfer
The Arts, Sciences, and University Transfer Department is designed for students planning to transfer to four-year programs and for those who wish to broaden their general knowledge.
Culinary Arts Technology
Become a part of the sea of change in the way Americans cook, eat, view, source, and use food. Explore diversified cuisines, cultures, and businesses in the multifaceted culinary and hospitality fields.
Criminal Justice Technology
Whether you want to focus on the fundamental concepts and principles associated with law enforcement, the courts, corrections, juvenile justice, or crime scene investigation, get started in the Criminal Justice field today!
Golf & Sports Turf Management
If you're interested in a career in this fast-growing industry, you should check out HGTC's Golf and Sports Turf Management associate degree program, the only associate degree program of its kind in South Carolina.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Become a member of the vital field of Occupational therapy, which specializes in helping people regain the everyday skills necessary to live independent, productive, and meaningful lives.
Teacher Education
Early Care and Education professionals work in partnership with families to create a nurturing environment that is respectful of culture and rich in experiences to promote the optimal growth and development of each child.GET STARTED AT HGTC
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HGTC Receives Visit from American Welding Society
HGTC received a visit recently from Michael Krupnicki to tour the Advanced Manufacturing Center on the Conway Campus and view the results of an AWS grant for equipment awarded in 2019.
HGTC Launches Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
HGTC is proud to announce the launch of the new Occupational Therapy Assistant program major. The approval process for the new program began in the fall of 2020.
HGTC Celebrates Highest Graduate Placement Rate
HGTC is pleased to announce the highest graduate placement rate for students in the history of the College. The rate has continued to inch higher and reached 95% for the 20-21 academic year.
Surgical Technology Students Applauded for 100% Pass Rate
HGTC is proud to announce that all surgical technology students successfully passed the National Board Examination for HGTC’s Surgical Technology Program.
HGTC Experiences Highest Enrollment in College History
As HGTC continues to welcome students to class this month, the College anticipates recording the largest incoming class and one-year increase in new students since 1966.
McLeod Health Partners in Nursing Education Programs
As a partner in nursing education for the region, McLeod Health has made a $75,000 gift to Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) to support their nursing program.
Culinary Team Wins 2nd Place in Nationals
Culinary students at the International Culinary Institute of Myrtle Beach earned 2nd place overall at the ACF Student Team of the Year Competition in Las Vegas, Nevada.HGTC Announces New Foundation President
The HGTC Foundation Board of Directors are proud to announce the new President of the HGTC Foundation, Mrs. Shannon C. Detzler, following the retirement of Mr. Neyle Wilson.President's and Dean's Lists Announced
Congratulations to all of the HGTC students who made the President's or Dean's List for the Summer 2022 Semester!
HGTC Presents Marshall Altman “Top Tech” Award
HGTC is proud to announce that the Outboard Marine Technology Program developed a “Top Tech” award in memory of Mr. Marshall Altman, VP and President of Marshall's Marine for 18 years.
Greg Mitchell Appointed to Horry County Higher Education Commission
Greg Mitchell, retired HGTC VP for Workforce Development and Continuing Education, has been appointed by Governor Henry McMaster to the Horry County Higher Education Commission.
HGTC President to Lead SC Council of Presidents
HGTC is proud to announce that Dr. Marilyn Murphy Fore, HGTC President, will lead the Council of Presidents for the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education.
HGTC Receives Community Partnership Award
HGTC is proud to announce that the College was presented with this year’s Building Futures Community Partnership Award by A Father’s Place, a local fatherhood nonprofit organization in Myrtle Beach.
Golf & Sports Turf Management Student Interns at Primland Resort
Joseph Yeatts accepted an opportunity to spend his summer working in Virginia at Primland Resort, the #1 rated resort in the Southeast on a 12,000-acre mountain estate.
HGTC President Receives Excellence in Education Award
HGTC is proud to announce that HGTC President, Dr. Marilyn Murphy Fore, received an Excellence in Education Award for notable contributions to the City of Conway at the Mayor’s Awards Banquet.
HGTC Employees Complete Leadership Programs with Local Chambers
HGTC employees recently graduated from leadership programs with Leadership Grand Strand of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and Leadership Conway of the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce.
Students Earn 2nd Place in National Championship
Surgical Technology students were awarded 2nd Place national honors in the National Scrub Bowl Championship held at the Surgical Technology Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana.
EMT Students Complete Program
Through a collaboration between HGTC and MBFD, 12 EMT students successfully completed their practical examination and are on their way to becoming certified EMTs.
Welding Students Successful at SC Skills Competition
Advanced Welding Technology students competed successfully in the 38th Annual South Carolina Welding Competition held at Tri-County Technical College in Pendleton, South Carolina.
HGTC Partnership Secures Internship at Georgia-Pacific
Cameron Feagin has accepted a summer internship position in the Electrical and Instrumentation Department to provide a high-quality work experience prior to his second year in the EET program.HGTC Student Receives Scholarship
HGTC is proud to announce that Austin Ix is one of nine students to receive a scholarship from South Carolina Federal Credit Union in the 12th annual scholarship program.
HGTC Celebrates Class of 2022
HGTC is proud to announce that more than 1,300 students received degrees, diplomas, or certificates this year, and nearly 600 of them marched at HGTC’s commencement ceremony.
Police Pre-Academy Training for Newly Hired Officers
HGTC is proud to announce that the College is offering the Police Pre-Academy Training Certificate for local law enforcement agencies as well as non-sponsored students.
Chaine des Rotisseurs Raises Funds for HGTC Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts students recently received support from the Chaine des Rotisseurs Society for a study abroad trip to Paris, France, when they organized a dinner at the Fowler Dining Room.
Becky Hubbard Receives 2022 Woman on the Move Award
HGTC is proud to announce that Becky Hubbard, Chair and Professor of Teacher Education, has been recognized by the SC Chapter of the American Association for Women in Community Colleges.
Dental Hygiene Students Pass Clinical Board Exam
HGTC is proud to announce that 100% of the senior dental hygiene students recently passed the clinical boards exam and will be graduating in May from HGTC’s Dental Hygiene Program.
HGTC Students Win Carolinas Engineering Competition
Civil Engineering Students competed in the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Carolinas Conference Symposium at the University of South Carolina April 7-10, 2022.
Cybersecurity Team Wins Awards at Palmetto Cyber Defense Competition
The HGTC Cybersecurity Team secured one of the top honors at the Palmetto Cyber Defense Competition (PCDC) held in North Charleston, SC April 9-10, 2022.
Alpha Nu Sigma Chapter Receives International Awards
HGTC's Alpha Nu Sigma Chapter Members and Advisors received International Awards at the Phi Theta Kappa Catalyst April 7-9, 2022 in Denver, Colorado.