The Midlands Evaluation and Development Center (MEDC) in Columbia is the agency’s long-term commitment facility for adjudicated youth (youth who have been convicted of crimes). The complex offers programs for boys and girls of different backgrounds and needs and is home to the SCDJJ’s fully accredited school.

In addition to school and career programs, MEDC offers social work and psychology services, treatment planning, psychiatry services, a full infirmary for health care needs, gyms, open fields, a game room, recreation and various rehabilitative programs.