About Us
Dr. Nydra Wilson, DHA, CMAA, CBCS, CCMA
Founder/CEO
Nydra is the Founder and CEO of Lowcounty Medical Training Center, where she is dedicated to empowering the next generation of healthcare professionals. She earned her Master of Health Administration from the University of Phoenix and a Certificate of Completion from Florence Darlington Technical College. Her expertise includes certifications in medical billing and coding, as well as medical administrative assistance.
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With a passion for education and healthcare, Nydra began her career teaching at a local technical school, where she discovered her love for helping students succeed. She later spent two years teaching 4th grade, further honing her ability to connect with individuals at different stages of learning. Her experience in both academic and healthcare settings has fueled her desire to train and equip future healthcare professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive.
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Nydra is not only passionate about education but also deeply committed to the healthcare industry. She believes in the transformative power of healthcare and the importance of training skilled professionals who can make a real difference in patients' lives. Her love for people shines through in her approach to teaching, she is a true people person who values building relationships with her students, guiding them toward success, and ensuring they feel supported every step of the way.
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At Lowcounty Medical Training Center, Nydra is driven by her mission to provide high-quality, hands-on training that prepares students for rewarding careers in healthcare. She takes great pride in seeing her students succeed and is dedicated to ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in the industry.
Our mission is to equip the students with the necessary skills and education to excel as trained, competent professionals in the overall healthcare administration field.
Staff Directory
Makayla Williams, BHA: Makayla Williams, a full time Administrative Assistant at LowCounty Medical Training Center. She received a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration from Francis Marion University.
Karen Matthews, CMAA, CCMA: Ms. Karen works as a fulltime office coordinator and the admission clerk. She has a Certificate of Completion from LowCounty Medical Training Center in the Medical Office and Clinical Medical Assistant.
Aaliyah L Battle, LPN: Aaliyah has been an LPN for 3 years. She works part time as the CNA instructor here at LCMTC. She graduated from ECPI University in 2022.
Dr. Aquanetta L. Nesbitt, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-C- Full-time instructor for Nurses Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Pharmacy Technician & EKG graduated from Central Carolina Technical college in June 2001 as a Register Nurse. Ms. Nesbitt recovered her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Phoenix in December 2007. She attended South University and received her Master and Doctorate Degree in Nursing in October 2022.
Andrea Jones, CPT: Andrea graduated from Florence Darling Technical College in 2009 with an Associate degree in Health science. She is a part time phlebotomy instructor at LCMTC.
Andrea McKnight McElveen, PA: Andrea has been a Physician Assistant for 16 years. She graduated from Alderson-Broaddus College in May 2007. She is a full-time employee at LCMTC.
Melinda McElhannon, RMA; Ms. McElhanna has 10 years of experience in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. She graduated in 2011 with a associate’s in health science form ECPI. She is prn at LCMTC at the Greenville, SC location.
Tia Washington, BSN: Ms. Tia Irving is a part time instructor her at LCMTC Greenville, SC location. Ms. Washington completed her BSN in 2019 at Chamberlain School of Nursing in Chicago, IL.
Paris Boyd Staggers, MSN, RN: Paris has been a nurse for 14years, she graduated from Horry Georgetown Technical College in 2010. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 20 years; she graduated from Horry Georgetown Technical College in 2010 and in 2020 she completed her master’s degree at Grand Canyon University.
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Traci Richardson - Our Enrollment Specialist at LCMTC, Traci is a certified nurse assistant who loves hunting, fishing, and shopping in her free time. She's passionate about helping students achieve their healthcare dreams and making them a reality.
State-of-the-Art Training Facility Designed for Hands-On Healthcare Education
The Lowcounty Medical Training Center is a 2,200-square-foot facility thoughtfully designed to offer a hands-on learning experience for aspiring healthcare professionals. The center is equipped with four computers, 20 folding chairs, eight 8-foot tables, two desks, and a TV for educational video clips. It also features a projector to enhance classroom instruction.
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For clinical practice, the facility provides essential medical equipment, including one hospital bed, a blood pressure cuff, two wheelchairs, a bedside toilet, an over-bed table, bed linens, a stethoscope, a lady mannequin, and a gait/transfer belt. Additional training tools include gloves, food trays, a fax machine, a clock, and dentures to simulate real-life healthcare scenarios.
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While the center is fully equipped for practical training, it does not offer living quarters or room and board. The facility's focus is on delivering high-quality, hands-on education in a professional environment, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future roles in the healthcare industry.
Licensed by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, 1122 Lady Street, Suite 400, Columbia, SC 29201, Telephone 803-737-2260, www.che.sc.gov. Licensure indicates only those minimum standards have been met; it is not an endorsement or guarantee of quality. Licensure is not equivalent to or synonymous with accreditation by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.