Ground Broke On Southern Regional Technology Center

Columbia State Community College broke ground on its new Southern Regional Technology Center last week.

The $50 million Southern Regional Technology Center project is a joint venture through partnerships between Columbia State and Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) campuses at Hohenwald and Pulaski.

In September of 2022, Columbia approved a $100,000 appropriation for the new facility, while also committing to an annual $25,000 allotment over the next four years.

The Southern Regional Technology Center building will provide the latest training in industry and healthcare fields with an emphasis on business partnerships, offering students internship, apprenticeships and job placement opportunities.

The Southern Regional Technology Centers programs will include areas of expertise in Medical Laboratory Technology, Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Care, Medical Informatics, Engineering Systems Technology, Veterinary Technology, Practical Nursing (LPN), Automotive Technology, HVAC, and Welding.