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Thomasville Today
By the People, for the People
SRTC Celebrates Third Cohort of Street to Station Program
The latest group of fire medic students completes comprehensive Firefighter 1 training.
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) has announced the advancement of its latest cohort of fire medic students in the Street to Station Program, which aims to train individuals in both fire rescue and emergency medical services. The newly certified firefighters were honored at a pinning ceremony, marking the successful completion of approximately 320 hours of comprehensive training.
Why it matters
The Street to Station Program exemplifies SRTC's commitment to meeting critical workforce needs in its service area by providing essential emergency services training to the community. The program's comprehensive work-based learning approach ensures that apprentices gain practical, on-the-job experience while also attaining a solid theoretical foundation.
The details
The eight individuals who completed the program include Brett Gilliard, Satchel Goodrich, Joshua King, Thomas Maher, Montana Manley, J.T. Moody, Sean Siddell, and Clayton Taylor. They have completed training in areas such as classroom instruction, skills development, live fire training, hazardous materials awareness and operations, Incident Command System protocols, and CPR certification.
- The pinning ceremony was held on January 27, 2026.
- The Street to Station Program launched its first successful cohort in September 2023.
The players
Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC)
A technical college in Georgia that offers over 150 degree, diploma, and certificate programs designed to quickly prepare students for their desired careers.
Thomas County Emergency Services
The emergency services department that partners with SRTC on the Street to Station Program to provide practical, on-the-job training for fire medic students.
Amy Davis
The Vice President for Economic Development at SRTC.
What they’re saying
“The success of our Street to Station Program exemplifies SRTC's dedication to meeting critical workforce needs within our service area. The achievement of this cohort further validates our commitment to providing essential emergency services training to our communities.”
— Amy Davis, Vice President for Economic Development (timesenterprise.com)
What’s next
As the newly certified firefighters progress to their Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) training through SRTC, they will continue to gain practical experience under the guidance of experienced professionals at Thomas County Emergency Services.
The takeaway
SRTC's Street to Station Program demonstrates the college's commitment to addressing critical workforce needs in its service area by providing comprehensive emergency services training that combines classroom instruction with hands-on, work-based learning opportunities.
