Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville

Shelbyville, TN
1405 Madison St, Shelbyville, TN 37160-3629
931-685-5013

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville (TCAT-Shelbyville) is a two-year public college located in Shelbyville, Tennessee. It is part of the Tennessee Board of Regents system of colleges and universities. The college offers associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates in a variety of technical and occupational fields.

TCAT-Shelbyville was founded in 1965 as the Shelbyville Vocational-Technical School. It was renamed in 1987 to its current name. The college is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.

The college has an open admissions policy and provides financial aid for those who qualify. The campus is located on a 100-acre (40 ha) site in Shelbyville. The college has eight buildings, including a library, computer lab, and classrooms.

The college offers over 50 programs of study in a variety of technical and occupational fields. Programs of study include automotive technology, business technology, computer information systems, cosmetology, criminal justice technology, culinary arts, diesel technology, electrical technology, health information technology, HVAC technology, industrial maintenance technology, machine tool technology, medical laboratory technology, nursing, office systems technology, welding technology, and many others.

The college also offers a variety of continuing education and adult education courses. These courses are designed for those who wish to improve their skills or learn new ones.

TCAT-Shelbyville is committed to providing a quality education at an affordable price. The college provides a variety of services to its students, including tutoring, career counseling, job placement assistance, and more. The college also has an active student government and a variety of student clubs and organizations.

The college is an active member of the community and provides a variety of services to the Shelbyville area. These services include a child care center, a senior citizen center, and a variety of other community services.

Quick Facts

Enrollment: 468

Type: Public, 2-year

Main Website: https://www.tcatshelbyville.edu/

Financial Aid: https://www.tcatshelbyville.edu/