Dean of Palmer Campus Speaks to Graduates of Project HOPE

Dr. Lou Robinson, graduation speaker. Photo provided 

Trident Technical College commits itself to helping students get an education. No matter what path is behind them, students can get a fresh start with us. This was the message of Dr. Lou Robinson, Dean of the Palmer Campus, to the graduates of Project HOPE on Friday, June 24, 2016.  

Project HOPE is a Health Profession Opportunity Grant (HPOG) funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF). The project goal is to provide education and training to low-income individuals for occupations in healthcare that pay well. 

Healthcare Career Preparation will be provided to students by schools in the SC Technical College System through Continuing Education (Quick Jobs Career Programs) and Academic Degree Programs.

Employment Readiness and Placement will be provided to all students during the course of the program and upon completion of training.

Training opportunities include:

• Registered Nurse
• Medical Laboratory Technician
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• Dental Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Medical Records Technician
• EMT
• Paramedic
• Patient Care Technician
• Pharmacy Technician
• Cardiovascular Technician
• Phlebotomist
• Certified Nursing Assistant
• Basic Skills Education (if applicable)
• GED Program (if applicable)

How do I apply?

Information and applications are available online:
Project Hope Application

or by contacting a project representative at the numbers below:

Project Hope
SC Department of Social Services
Division of Family Assistance
PO Box 1520
Columbia, South Carolina 29202

Phone: 803-898-9090
Toll-Free: 1-800-299-2433
Fax: 803-898-7102
E-Mail: ProjectHope@dss.sc.gov