Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT)
TCAT at Chattanooga State is a leading provider of hands-on, high-demand, skills training programs designed to prepare you for the job market. Most TCAT students are able to start their career within just one year.
83%
Completion
Rate
92%
Job Placement Rate
97%
Licensure Pass Rate
19
1yr Diploma Programs
8
Certificate Programs
53
Full-Time Faculty
10
Part-Time Faculty
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![A line of people in hard hats toss dirt with ceremonial shovels. A line of people in hard hats toss dirt with ceremonial shovels.](https://chattanoogastate.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_center_thumb/public/images/news-center/groundbreaking.jpg?itok=5npWO7jL)
Chattanooga State Breaks Ground on Newest TCAT Building
CHATTANOOGA, TN -- Chattanooga State Community College students, alumni, faculty, and staff gathered Wednesday alongside local and statewide dignitaries to celebrate the groundbreaking of the college’s newest Tennessee College of Applied Technologies (TCAT) Building.
The $15 million...
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Chattanooga State Students Win Medals at National SkillsUSA Competition
CHATTANOOGA, TN -- A collection of 11 talented technical skills competitors from Chattanooga State Community College this month participated in the 2024 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference, bringing home medals in four categories.
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![Amanda Sovago-Royal holds her SOAR Award. Amanda Sovago-Royal holds her SOAR Award.](https://chattanoogastate.edu/sites/default/files/styles/news_center_thumb/public/images/news-center/Amanda%20Toned%20%26%20Cropped.jpg?itok=MQ3AR0RE)
ChattState's Amanda Sovago-Royal Wins Prestigious Statewide Award
CHATTANOOGA, TN -- Meet Amanda Sovago-Royal, a graduate of Chattanooga State Community College, who has been recognized as the 2024 Technical College Student of the Year by the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR).
Each year, TBR recognizes two...
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