Student Resources

We help you be your best.

College can be challenging. From academic support and learning accommodations to career guidance, emergency assistance and mental health services, OCtech offers a variety of resources to help you thrive. We are here for you every step of the way.

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Student Resources
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MYgroup Student Assistance Program

Feeling overwhelmed? MYgroup provides free in-person, virtual, telephonic or chat counseling sessions 24/7/365. Additional student-life services are also available to help guide you through struggles at home – from child or elder care to financial or legal issues – so you can focus at school. To access these services, call 1.800.633.3353 or use the button below to request an appointment (select Student Assistance Program from the dropdown menu; our organization is Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College).

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Students with Disabilities

We are committed to making OCtech accessible to all of our students. Contact us so we can make sure you have everything you need to excel.

Student Success Center

Free tutoring in all subjects, study sessions, learning skills assessments, resources and workshops for students are available. Find schedules and make an appointment easily online or stop by the center. We’re located in the Student Learning Commons on the first floor of Building S.

More Academic Resources

Special tutoring is available for all Anatomy and Physiology students. These sessions are taught by healthcare professionals who successfully completed the courses and can help you better understand the concepts. Check your class on D2L for session schedules and supplemental materials.

As an OCtech student, you have access to a wide range of resources and services. You can easily access everything you need through our website and D2L.

Math tutors are available to assist you during normal Math Lab hours - Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8am-5pm and Tuesday from 8am-8pm. Students can make an appointment, but walk-ins are welcome. The Math Lab is located on the second floor of Building S, directly across from the elevator. 

Make an appointment to review content, study skills, time management, learning styles and notetaking. Tutors may designate times for group sessions to accommodate students.

OCtech uses ACCUPLACER tests to place students in appropriate college-level courses. Current students who need to schedule a make-up exam or Honorlock alternative for online classes should use our appointment calendar to schedule testing. Additional testing services are also available. Make an appointment and learn more here.

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TRIO Student Support Services

TRIO Student Support Services is designed to increase the academic performance and retention and graduation rates of students who are first-generation, low-income or have a documented disability.

College Central Network

College Central Network

College Central Network gives you the tools you need to search, save and instantly apply for opportunities that match your skills and interests. Create an account to set up your cover letter and resume and start looking today!

Community Resources

United Way Association of South Carolina
Dial 211 or text “Help” to 211-211 | sc211.org

Palmetto Pre-K
1.888.335.1002 | palmettoprek.org
SC Child Care
1.800.476.0199 |scchildcare.org
SC Child Care Resource and Referral
1.888.335.1002 | sc-ccrr.org

SC Vocational Rehabilitation Department
803.534.4939 | scvrd.net
SCWorks
803.534.3336 or 803.874.2443 | scworks.org
SNAP2Work
803.535.1236 or 803.535.1233 | dss.sc.gov

BLESSING BOXES

City of Orangeburg Fire Station 2
835 Chestnut St | Available 24/7
Orangeburg Department of Public Safety
1320 Middleton St | Available 24/7
St. Andrew's United Methodist Church
1980 Columbia Rd, Orangeburg | Available 24/7

FOOD BANKS AND SOUP KITCHENS

First Baptist Church
1240 Russell St, Orangeburg | 803.536.1545
Soup Kitchen: Thurs from 1-2pm
Good Hope AME Church
1849 Carver School Rd, Cope | 803.531.9528
Food Bank: 3rd Thurs from 4-6pm
Greater Faith Baptist Church
203 Dorchester St, Orangeburg | 803.536.5258
Soup Kitchen To-Go: Sat from 11:30am-1pm
Mount Pisgah Baptist Church
310 Green St, Orangeburg | 803.536.1547
Soup Kitchen: Wed from 11:30am-12:45pm
New Mount Zion Baptist Church
1739 Amelia St, Orangeburg | 803.536.1241
Soup Kitchen: 2nd and 4th Mon from 11am-1pm
Food Pantry: 2nd and 4th Fri from 10am-12pm
St. Andrew's United Methodist Church
1980 Columbia Rd, Orangeburg | 803.534.6636
Shepherd’s Ministry Food Boxes:
Mon-Fri from 8:30-10am
The Salvation Army Social Service Office
803.534.6805 | salvationarmy.org
Trinity United Methodist Church
185 Boulevard St, Orangeburg | 803.534.7759
Soup Kitchen: 3rd and 4th Wed from 12-1pm
Williams Chapel AME Church
1198 Glover St, Orangeburg | 803.536.0600
Shepherd’s Corner Soup Kitchen: Fri from 11am-1pm

Doctor’s Care
803.536.0613 | doctorscare.com
Family Health Centers
803.531.6900 or 803.655.4099 | myfhc.org
MUSC Health-Orangeburg
803.395.2200 | muschealth.org
MYgroup Student Assistance Program
Mental Health Services: 1.800.633.3353 | mygroup.com
Orangeburg Area Mental Health Center
803.536.1571 or 803.874.2301 | scdmh.net
Orangeburg-Calhoun Free Medical Clinic
803.534.7200 | ocfreeclinic.org
Orangeburg VA Clinic
803.533.1335 | va.gov
Mental Health Services: 803.776.4000, ext. 2242
SC Department of Public Health
803.533.5480 or 803.874.2037 | dph.sc.gov
Tri-County Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse
803.536.4900 | tccada.com

South Carolina Legal Services
803.533.0116 | sclegal.org

CASA Family Systems
Domestic Abuse: 803.534.6211
Sexual Assault: 803.534.2272
casafamilysystems.com
The Samaritan House of Orangeburg County
803.809.1090, ext. 101
samaritanhouseorangeburgsc.org

Cross County Connection
803.531.1302 | orangeburgcounty.org/211

Cooperative Church Ministries of Orangeburg
803.531.4913 | myccmo.com
OCAB Community Action Agency, Inc.
803.536.1027 or 803.928.4138 | ocabcaa.org

American Red Cross
1.800.733.2767 | redcross.org
Edisto Habitat Homestore
803.539.2242 | edistohabitatforhumanity.org
Goodwill Retail Store
803.536.0274 | palmettogoodwill.org
MYgroup Student Assistance Program
1.800.633.3353 | mygroup.com
Orangeburg County Council on Aging
803.531.4663 | orangeburgccoa.com
SC Department of Social Services
803.531.3101 or 803.874.3384 | dss.sc.gov
Social Security Administration
803.531.1568 | ssa.gov
The Salvation Army Family Store
803.534.0785 | salvationarmy.org

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