Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is a public 2-year institution located in a large city setting in Nashville, Tennessee. With a total enrollment of 1,402 students (IPEDS 2023), it is one of the state's dedicated technical colleges. The school offers a broad range of certificate programs including Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Welding Technology/Welder, HVAC Maintenance Technology, Cosmetology, Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, and Drafting and Design Technology.

TCAT Nashville reports a completion rate of 71% and a retention rate of 80% (IPEDS 2023). The institution holds an overall quality score of 62 out of 100 on SkillPlum. As part of Tennessee's statewide TCAT system, the Nashville campus benefits from state funding and workforce alignment, offering accessible tuition rates to in-state students pursuing skilled trades and healthcare careers.

Nashville's growing economy and active construction, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors create strong demand for the trades taught at TCAT Nashville. The school's seven distinct program areas give students multiple pathways into high-demand occupations across Middle Tennessee.