Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson is a public, two-year institution located in the rural area of Dickson, Tennessee. The college reports a total enrollment of 1,287 students (IPEDS 2023), a completion rate of 76% (IPEDS 2023), and a retention rate of 71% (IPEDS 2023). It has a quality score of 61.67 out of 100 and is part of Tennessee's statewide network of applied technology colleges.

The college offers a diverse range of certificate programs across skilled trades and healthcare. Programs include Welding Technology/Welder, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, and Drafting and Design Technology/Technician. All programs lead to one-to-two-year certificates designed for direct workforce entry.

Dickson is located approximately 35 miles west of Nashville, giving graduates access to Middle Tennessee's growing job market. The college serves as an important workforce development resource for Dickson County and the surrounding rural communities, training students in trades and healthcare fields with strong regional demand.