Admissions: Frequently Asked Questions

What training programs are offered by TCAT Elizabethton?

How do I apply for admission to attend TCAT Elizabethton?

Is it the same for the Practical Nursing Program?

Please see the Nursing program page and Nursing handbook (posted on the program page) for specific requirements.

When can I take the HESI Test for admission to the Practical Nursing Program?

The test is given at at various times each month.

What does the NC3 Training Center designation mean at TCAT Elizabethton?

TCAT Elizabethton has been designated a National Coalition Certification Center (NC3) Southeastern Regional Training Center. The Centers develop, implement and sustain industry-recognized portable certifications built on national skill sets.

TCAT Elizabethton recently announced a certification partnership with several business and industry organization? Would you tell me more about these programs?

On October 8, 2014, TCAT Elizabethton announced a strategic joint partnership with Snap-on, Trane, and NC3 and currently awards diplomas as a Snap-on and Trane NC3 Certification Training Center.

In August of 2015, TCAT Elizabethton and Fiat/Chrysler announced a Mopar Level 1 Technician certification for graduates of automotive and diesel programs leading to possible employment with area Chrysler dealers and others throughout the U.S.

TCAT Elizabethton is also a NCCER training facility. What does that mean?

As a certified NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) training facility, TCAT Elizabethton offers NCCER curriculum in the construction trades, including electricity-electronics, millwright/industry maintenance and pipefitting and plumbing.

What is the tuition to attend TCAT Elizabethton?

Please refer to your program's cost sheet (posted on each program's page) for current tuition and other costs.

Is financial assistance available?

Financial assistance is available to students who qualify. Students who are 18 to 25 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service. To apply, complete the FAFSA application on website www.fafsa.gov. The school code for TCAT Elizabethton is 005281. Registration fees must be paid during registration before a student will be admitted to class.

What is the difference between full-time and part-time training programs?

Classes for full-time programs meet 30 hours per week. Part-time training programs offered in the evening meet less than 30 hours per week.

When is registration held?

Registration for new students is held in September for the Fall Trimester, in May for the Summer Trimester, and in January for the Spring Trimester.

Where is the TCAT Elizabethton Main Campus located?

It is located at 426 Highway 91 North, across from the Elizabethton Municipal Airport.

Where is the TCAT Elizabethton campus in Kingsport located?

It is located at TCAT Elizabethton's Kingsport Higher Education Center (located at the former Sullivan North High School) The address is: 2533 N John B Dennis Hwy Kingsport, TN 37660

What are the driving directions to the TCAT Elizabethton’s Main Campus?

From Johnson City, take West Elk Avenue to Broad Street, U.S. Highway 321, take Highway 91 North. TCAT Elizabethton will be on your right across from the Elizabethton Municipal Airport.

From Bristol, take U.S. 11E South, U.S. 19E South, turn left on State Highway 91 North. TCAT Elizabethton will be on your right across from the Elizabethton Municipal Airport.

From Mountain City, take U.S. 321 North/Tennessee 67 East, U.S. 19E South to State Highway 91 North. TCAT Elizabethton will be on your right across from the Elizabethton Municipal Airport