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Technical Scholars

The Technical Scholars Program

The Technical Scholars program is designed for high school students who are interested in careers in STEM. Currently Welding and Cybersecurity are offered to HCS students.

Advantages of the Technical Scholars Program

  • Earn credits now that apply to high school and college degree requirements;
  • Provide a smooth transition from high school to college;
  • Ability to obtain national certification to assist with job placement opportunities upon graduation;
  • Reduce overall college costs significantly.

Welding Program

Welding at HCS

The Technical Scholars Welding Program is a partnership between Horry County Schools (HCS) and Horry Georgetown Technical College (HGTC). The program is designed for high school seniors and consists of twelve semester hours in the fall and twelve semester hours in the spring. Horry County Schools, following the district dual-enrollment guidelines, will cover the tuition costs for the fall and spring semesters for those students enrolled in the program.

Students who wish to develop their skills further can complete an additional ten semester hours during the summer session and receive an Advanced Welding Technologies Certification from HGTC, but the additional summer session tuition is not covered by HCS. 


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First page of the PDF file: 2025TSHCSFlyerWelding

Cybersecurity Program

Technical Scholars Cybersecurity Program. The Technical Scholars Cybersecurity Program is a partnership between Horry County Schools (HCS) and Horry Georgetown Technical College (HGTC). The program is designed for high school Juniors and Seniors. It consist of four semesters, Fall and Spring of Junior and Senior year. Horry County Schools, following the district dual-enrollment guidelines, will cover the tuition costs for the fall and spring semesters for those students enrolled in the program.

To earn an Associates Degree or College Certificate, students must complete additional semesters with HGTC.

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First page of the PDF file: 2025TSHCSFlyerCybersecurity

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Amanda Van Natta

Work-Based Learning Specialist