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Southern Regional Technical College
Thomasville, Georgia · Public technical college · Training programs available:
Address: 15689 US Hwy 19 North, Thomasville, GA 31792 · Phone: (229) 225-4096 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Southern Regional Technical College is a public trade school in Thomasville, Georgia, offering welding, CDL/truck driving, and cosmetology programs, accredited by SACS.
Southern Regional Technical College has a 30.6% completion rate, below the state average of 49.7%, and graduates earn a median of $31,293 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Southern Regional Technical College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 43.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,030 | $48,430 | $58,240 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $38,150 | $57,050 | $68,780 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,310 | $34,560 | $48,730 |
| Nursing assistants | $30,300 | $37,680 | $42,980 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $33,910 | $45,550 | $48,400 |
| Construction laborers | $27,880 | $38,990 | $46,950 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $46,010 | $62,030 | $70,690 |
| Electricians | $37,180 | $58,320 | $76,490 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $33,580 | $49,060 | $65,530 |
| Skincare specialists | $32,670 | $48,660 | $51,510 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $36,990 | $56,390 | $66,180 |
| Surgical technologists | $40,390 | $64,010 | $78,410 |
| Phlebotomists | $34,600 | $45,840 | $50,250 |
| Medical assistants | $34,270 | $41,600 | $46,870 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $49,730 | $74,550 | $85,300 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,260 | $51,550 | $64,840 |
| Electrical power-line installers and repairers | $50,440 | $80,080 | $100,770 |
| Massage therapists | $19,010 | $50,820 | $76,260 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 161 | $35,098 | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 143 | $35,821 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 112 | $15,042 | $14,790 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 101 | $29,455 | $27,467 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 76 | not reported | $31,133 | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 70 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 62 | $29,455 | $27,467 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $15,042 | $14,790 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | $15,042 | $14,790 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 23 | $37,332 | $33,382 | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | $35,821 | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | $31,133 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $37,332 | $33,382 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | not reported | $28,960 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | $19,592 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | not reported | $28,960 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | $22,424 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 6 | not reported | $28,960 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 5 | $37,332 | $33,382 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $22,424 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | $28,960 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | $28,960 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Southern Regional Technical College is a public trade and career-training campus located in Thomasville, Georgia, in a distant-town setting. The college is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Among its 33 program offerings spanning trades from welding to healthcare support, the most-awarded programs are welding schools, CDL/truck driving training, and cosmetology schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 30.6 percent, which is below the state average of 49.7 percent. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $31,293. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 43.5 percent of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment among the school's 3,098 undergraduates and 1,055 trade program completers.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, skills-focused programs in welding, transportation, or personal-care trades, as well as those pursuing healthcare credentials tied to its nursing and radiologic technology accreditations. Whether a specific program fits an adult career-changer depends on schedule and length details not included here; contact the school directly to confirm. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the accreditors listed and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Southern Regional Technical College offers 33 programs across trade families including welding, CDL/truck driving, cosmetology, CNA, EMT, HVAC, electrician training, and medical fields. The most-awarded programs are welding, CDL/truck driving, and cosmetology.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 30.6 percent, which is below the Georgia state average of 49.7 percent.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (229) 225-4096 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,293 for this campus.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (229) 225-4096 or visit southernregional.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which often means lower tuition for state residents and eligibility for state funding, though this should be confirmed with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school to confirm schedules for specific programs like welding or CDL training.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and check enrollment and outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?487162.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of trade programs, some of which may suit career changers, but specific scheduling or format details for adult learners are not reported in this data; contact the school to ask directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this data; contact the school at (229) 225-4096 to ask about specific requirements for programs like welding or cosmetology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Southern Regional Technical College at (229) 225-4096 or through its website, southernregional.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates and earnings across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.