Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville

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Accredited

Council on Occupational Education

Open

Enrollment

$4,620

Avg. Tuition

1,101

Total Students

Urban

Nashville, TN

Founded 1940

Multiple sites including a main campus and specialized facilities

About Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville

TCAT Nashville is a public technical college providing competency-based training for workforce development in Middle Tennessee. It offers a variety of certificate and diploma programs designed to prepare students for high-demand technical careers in a year or less.

Trade Programs Available

Hvac TechnicianWeldingElectricianAutomotive TechnicianCosmetologyMedical AssistantDental AssistantCarpentryIt Networking

Programs Offered

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology

Diploma

Duration: 16 months
Tuition: $6,212

Welding Technology

Diploma

Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $6,212

Practical Nursing

Diploma

Duration: 11 months
Tuition: $4,620

Computer Operating Systems, Networking and Cybersecurity

Diploma

Duration: 12 months
Tuition: $4,461

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
18:1
Hands-On Training
80%
Start Dates
Trimester-based (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
  • Proof of education
  • 18 years of age or older
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $4,620
Books & Supplies $1,626
Equipment Fees $100
Estimated Total $6,346

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • Tennessee Promise
  • Tennessee Reconnect
  • Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant
  • Federal Pell Grant

Graduate Outcomes

85%

Graduation Rate

93%

Job Placement Rate

99%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$45,519

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

HCA HealthcareTristar HealthNissanFarm Bureau Health Plans

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available