Aiken Technical College Receives 2021 PEBA Partners Award

Aiken Technical College (ATC) has received the overall 2021 PEBA Partners Award from the South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority (SC PEBA).

According to the announcement from SC PEBA, the award recognizes SC state agencies dedicated to “promoting a physically, emotionally and financially healthier workplace.”

The College’s Employee Wellness Program, led by the Human Resources office, provides employees with various activities, resources, and personal and professional development opportunities to encourage healthy habits.

“At Aiken Technical College, we recognize that our greatest assets are employees. Through our wellness program, we are able to create a supportive environment for a wide range of wellness initiatives and activities,” said ATC Human Resources Director Sylvia Byrd.

Some of the activities held in the past year have included a virtual walk/run, a virtual engagement board, virtual meditation, and workshops on topics such as saving for the future, stress management, and relaxation techniques.

Learn more about ATC employment opportunities and how the College supports its employees at https://www.atc.edu/Offices/HR.