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Southwest Technical College highlights rural workforce programs and STAC training center

Utah Legislature Higher Education Subcommittee
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Southwest Technical College described regional growth, dual-enrollment savings for students, demand for diesel technicians and a planned Southwest Tech Training Advancement Center (STAC) with simulation props for first responders; leaders requested capacity funding for health professions, diesel technicians and rural initiatives.

Southwest Technical College presented to the Higher Education Subcommittee about its rural service region (Beaver, Garfield, Iron and Kane counties), expanded dual-enrollment partnerships with Southern Utah University, and program growth that saves students an estimated $4 million in transfer credits.

President Wood described the Southwest Tech Training Advancement…

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