Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville:
Serving students in Nashville and its surrounding counties, Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville provides nursing and healthcare Certificate & Diploma programs in fields such as Practical Nursing (PN), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy Technician, and more. At our dedicated Health Science Division, we are committed to offering a quality educational experience in a compassionate and respectful environment. Our healthcare programs are designed to instill character, dignity, and competence.
Diploma & Certificate Programs in Nursing & Healthcare
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certificate Program
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program trains students to assist patients in performing basic care at varying levels depending on each patient’s needs. The CNA also reports changes in the patient’s mental or physical status to a licensed nurse. Students receive both theory and classroom lab practice before attending to patients at a clinical facility. The CNA program prepares students to take the Nursing Assistant Test. Successful passage of this exam provides students with certification as a nursing assistant.
Practical Nursing (PN) Program (Certificate & Diploma options)
The school of Practical Nursing is the largest training center for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN’s) in the State of Tennessee. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates must take the Tennessee State Board of Nursing examination for licensure.The day program takes 12 months to complete and the evening program takes 18 months to complete.
Dental Assisting Diploma Program
The Dental Assisting Program at the Tennessee Technology Center at Nashville prepares students to become members of the dental healthcare team. The program includes theory along with demonstrations and classroom instruction. Students receive supervised experience performing procedures using simulated methods, study models, and mannequins.
Dental Lab Technology (Certificate & Diploma options)
The Dental Lab Technology program teaches the construction of prosthetic appliance for replacement of natural teeth, which have been lost by either disease or accident. Dental Lab Technicians work under the guidance and instruction of a Dentist. *CAD/CAM training is available during evening class hours to students working in the Dental Laboratory industry.
Phlebotomy Technician Certificate Program
The Phlebotomy program trains students to draw blood via venipuncture and skin puncture. Throughout this course, students experience hands on training in a classroom/clinical setting which will enable the student to obtain the basic knowledge and competencies for employment as a Phlebotomist. This is a day program and takes 4 months to complete.