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Take the first step toward hands-on training and career-focused education at a TCAT.
Whether you want to build new skills, prepare for a new career or advance in your current field, we’re here to help you get started.
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How To Apply
- Submit the application for enrollment
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Submit ACT scores if you are age 20 or younger
- Provide required immunization records:
- Hepatitis B series
- MMR (2 doses)
- Varicella (2 doses) - Titers may be accepted in place of immunization records
- Take and pass the HESI exam, if required for your program
- Submit your high school transcript or GED scores
General Admission Requirements
- Enrollment is offered on a first-come, first-served basis based on the date your application is complete. A completed application includes all required enrollment items.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old or have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Students enrolling in full-time programs must declare an occupational objective and demonstrate reasonable potential for achieving that objective.
- Applicants who are required to register for the Federal Draft under 50 U.S.C. App. Section 453 are not eligible to enroll in any postsecondary school until they have registered with the Selective Service.
Veteran's Benefits
Students may be eligible to use VA education benefits for approved programs at the TCAT.
Please review the currently approved programs through WEAMS. If your program is not listed, contact the School Certifying Official for assistance.
Dual Enrollment
Through partnerships with K–12 school systems, TCAT offers dual enrollment opportunities that can help students earn industry credentials in technical fields while still in high school.
High school students who would like to learn more about dual enrollment opportunities should contact their high school counselor or TCAT Admissions.
Accreditation
All Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology are accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Council on Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, GA 30350
770-396-3898
Workforce Ready in Months
Imagine starting a promising future without the lengthy commitment of traditional degrees. The TCAT offers certificates and short-term credentials that can help you build job-ready skills in 12 months or less. With training in fields such as healthcare, manufacturing, construction, business and computer technology, you can take a direct path to your next opportunity.
Why Students Choose a TCAT
- Likely to attend tuition-free
- High-quality, hands-on training tailored to you
- Dedicated instructors with real-world experience
- High job placement rates