Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson

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Accredited

Commission of the Council on Occupational Education

Open

Enrollment

$4,320

Avg. Tuition

1,229

Total Students

Small Town

Dickson, TN

Founded 1964

Main campus plus Advanced Manufacturing and Clarksville extension sites

About Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson

TCAT Dickson is a premier provider of workforce development and technical education in Middle Tennessee. The college offers hands-on training in high-demand fields, allowing students to earn industry-recognized credentials in a year or less.

Trade Programs Available

Hvac TechnicianWeldingElectricianAutomotive TechnicianCosmetologyMedical AssistantDental AssistantCdl TrainingCarpentryPharmacy TechnicianIt Networking

Programs Offered

Welding Technology

Diploma

Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $4,761

Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration

Diploma

Duration: 14 months
Tuition: $6,199

Practical Nursing

Diploma

Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $5,200

Truck Driving

Certificate

Duration: 8 weeks
Tuition: $1,500

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
17:1
Hands-On Training
80%
Start Dates
Trimester (Fall, Spring, Summer)
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

18+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Background check for healthcare programs
  • Drug screening for specific programs
  • HESI exam for nursing
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $4,320
Books & Supplies $2,071
Equipment Fees $300
Estimated Total $6,691

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant
  • Tennessee Promise
  • Tennessee Reconnect
  • James D. Berdet Scholarship

Graduate Outcomes

84%

Graduation Rate

83%

Job Placement Rate

98%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$35,000

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

Horizon Medical CenterLocal Manufacturing PartnersAutomotive DealershipsConstruction Firms

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available Childcare Available Transportation Assistance

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