TCAT Hartsville

What TCAT Hartsville does

TCAT Hartsville (Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Hartsville) is a public, state-funded technical college and a constituent of the Tennessee Board of Regents system, operating three campuses in middle Tennessee (Hartsville main campus, Wilson County/Lebanon, and Tri-County/Red Boiling Springs) that collectively serve Trousdale, Macon, Smith, Sumner, and Wilson counties. Founded in 1965 and staffed by 101–250 employees, the institution delivers competency-based, classroom- and lab-driven vocational education across 14 career-focused programs spanning healthcare (Practical Nursing, Nursing Aide, Patient Care Technology), skilled trades (Welding, HVAC/R, Electrical & Plumbing Construction, Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics, Machine Tool), IT (Computer Information Technology), automotive technology, business administration, cosmetology, and culinary arts, with program lengths ranging from 120 clock hours (Nursing Aide) to 2,160 clock hours (~18 months, Computer Information Technology). Curriculum is anchored to industry-recognized certifications issued by ASE, NIMS, CompTIA, EPA, OSHA, Siemens, Microsoft, Intuit, NACPB, NC3, and NHA, and the institution holds institutional accreditation from the Council on Occupational Education.

Revenue mechanics combine per-program tuition (typically $465–$6,865), state appropriations via the Tennessee Board of Regents, federal student aid (Pell Grants, Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant, TN Promise, TN Reconnect), HEERF emergency relief funding for COVID-era student support, and customized workforce-training contracts delivered to local business and industry partners. Reported outcomes include 146 certificates/diplomas awarded in the past year, a 71% placement rate in field of study, and $0 average student-loan debt at graduation. Distribution channels are primarily on-campus instruction, supplemented by dual-enrollment programs with regional high schools, a non-credit online channel via the ed2go partnership, and direct employer engagement through the workforce development office.

Name

TCAT Hartsville

Legal name

Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Hartsville

Website

https://tcathartsville.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

TCAT Hartsville is a public Tennessee technical college operating three campuses that deliver accredited vocational training in 14 trades and healthcare programs to adult learners, dual-enrollment high school students, and veterans across five middle-Tennessee counties, funded through state appropriations, federal financial aid, and per-program tuition.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational and Technical Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Community Colleges (Applied/CTE-Focused) (EDAHADAD)

Keywords

• Vocational technical education
• Workforce training programs
• Career certificate diplomas
• Applied technology college
• Skilled trades training

Headquarters

HQ city

Hartsville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Students pay tuition and fees for technical education programs. Most Tennessee residents may be eligible for up to $2,000 per year through the Tennessee Educational Lottery Scholarship (Wilder-Naifeh Technical Skills Grant). Federal Pell Grants, TN Promise, and TN Reconnect provide additional funding. The institution reports $0 average student loan debt at graduation.
2. HEERF Emergency Relief Funding: The institution received and distributed COVID-19 emergency relief funds (CARES Act, CRRSAA, ARP) to eligible students: HEERF I ($159,305 to 252 students), HEERF II ($151,340.42 to 200 students), HEERF III ($555,477.08 to 374 students).
3. Workforce Development Services: Provides customized training programs for business and industry partners, contributing to economic and community development in the five-county service area.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

TCAT Hartsville is a public technical college that delivers competency-based vocational training through certificate and diploma programs across 14 occupational areas including healthcare, manufacturing, IT, automotive, business administration, construction trades, and personal services. Programs are delivered through classroom instruction and hands-on lab training at three Tennessee campuses (Hartsville, Lebanon/Wilson County, Red Boiling Springs/Tri-County), supplemented by online non-credit courses via the ed2go partnership. The institution is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and is a constituent college of the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Product overview

TCAT Hartsville is an educational institution offering vocational and technical training programs across 14 career-focused areas. The institution operates a portfolio of diploma and certificate programs including Automotive Technology, Computer Information Technology, Practical Nursing, Welding Technology, and trades programs like Electrical & Plumbing Construction, HVAC/R, Industrial Maintenance, and Machine Tool Technology. Programs range from 120-hour certificates (Nursing Aide) to 18-month diplomas (Computer Information Technology), with multiple credential exit points within each program. The institution also partners with ed2go to deliver online non-credit professional development and certification preparation courses for career advancement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Administrative Office Technology Career-focused program preparing individuals for employment in administrative support roles. Training includes business office procedures, customer service skills, business communications, keyboarding, document processing, and computer skills, with preparation for Microsoft Office Specialist (Associate and Expert), NACPB Bookkeeping/Payroll/QuickBooks/Office Manager, QuickBooks Certified User, and NHA CMAA/EHRS certifications.
• Automotive Technology ASE Education Foundation accredited program providing comprehensive training in automotive servicing and repair across eight ASE certification areas including engines, electrical systems, climate control, engine performance, brakes, chassis, powertrains, and transmissions, with hybrid/electric vehicle training. Includes NC3 SNAP-on multimeter certifications.
• Computer Information Technology A comprehensive IT program providing hands-on experience in software, hardware, and PC operations. Prepares students for CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and Server+ certifications with coursework in operating systems, networking, IT security, cloud foundations, and cyber defense.
• Cosmetology - High School Only A 1500-hour program preparing high school dual-enrollment students for state licensure in beauty culture. Covers physiology, chemistry, math, and technical information pertaining to hair, scalp, skin, and nail care. Includes a 300-hour Instructor Trainee course for licensed cosmetologists.
• Culinary Arts - High School Only A food service program covering food services, sanitation, food safety, nutrition, menu planning, and administrative/personnel management. Prepares graduates for articulation into post-secondary curricula and employment in full-service restaurants, limited-service eating places, and traveler accommodation.
• Electrical & Plumbing Construction Technology A construction industry preparation program covering electrical theory, residential/commercial wiring techniques, load calculations, conduit bending, National Electric Code, plumbing fixtures installation, pipes and fittings, water distribution, and drainage installations.
• Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration A comprehensive HVAC/R program covering theory, application, and service of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. Includes print reading, basic electronics, pneumatics, programmable controllers, EPA refrigerant containment certification, and heat pump technology.
• Industrial Maintenance (IMS) A full-time industrial maintenance program offering E-Learn curriculum with hands-on training. Provides preparation for Certified Production Technician exam and Siemens Level 1 Certification. Covers setup, programming, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial equipment, with OSHA 10 included.
• Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics A comprehensive program providing knowledge and hands-on skills for careers in industrial maintenance and mechatronics. Covers mechanical power transmission, hydraulics and pneumatics, electrical circuits, motor controls, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), robotics, sensors, and automation systems. Includes EPA Section 608 Certification.
• Machine Tool Technology A 16-month program training students on milling machines, lathes, grinders, drill presses, CNC milling machines, EDM machines, and precision measuring tools. Includes blueprint reading, mathematics, metallurgy, CAD/CAM, CNC machining, and additive manufacturing. Prepares for NIMS certifications.
• Nursing Aide A 120-hour program providing basic training for nurse aides to function in nursing homes or healthcare facilities. Covers bathing, grooming, feeding patients, assisting nurses with medical equipment, and checking patient vital signs. Prepares students for state certification testing.
• Patient Care Technology/Medical Assisting A comprehensive healthcare program preparing students for careers as Certified Nursing Assistant, EKG Technician, Phlebotomist, and Medical Assistant. Covers both clinical and administrative duties including lab, telemetry unit, exam room, and front office responsibilities.
• Practical Nursing A three-trimester program covering basic nursing skills, body structure and function, nutrition, pharmacology, obstetrics, and psychology. Includes clinical experience in medical, surgical, obstetric, and pediatric patient care. Tennessee Board of Nursing approved program that prepares graduates for NCLEX-PN examination.
• Welding Technology A 12-month program teaching basic and advanced welding techniques including Shielded Metal, Gas Metal, Gas Tungsten, and Flux Cored Arc Welding, cutting techniques, metal preparation, blueprint reading, metallurgy, layout, fabrication, and pipe/valve/fitting installation.
• Online Career Training (ed2go Partnership) Self-paced non-credit certificate programs offered in partnership with ed2go for career preparation in IT, business, healthcare, and other high-demand fields. Provides preparation for nationally recognized certifications with dedicated student advisors and exam vouchers upon completion.

Quantifiable outcome

• 71% of graduates employed in their field of study
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and moderate.

• Tennessee Board of RegentscoreOthersTCAT Hartsville is a constituent college of the Tennessee Board of Regents, which provides governance, policy direction, and oversight for all 27 Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology. The TBR sets tuition rates, academic standards, and institutional requirements.
• Council on Occupational Education (COE)coreOthersAccrediting body providing institutional accreditation for TCAT Hartsville. The COE accreditation ensures the institution meets quality standards for occupational and technical education.
• Other TCAT InstitutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTCAT Hartsville is one of 27 Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology. Sister institutions include TCAT Athens, TCAT Chattanooga, TCAT Dickson, TCAT Elizabethton, TCAT Harriman, TCAT Henry/Carroll, TCAT Hohenwald, TCAT Jacksboro, TCAT Jackson, TCAT Knoxville, TCAT McMinnville, TCAT Memphis, TCAT Morristown, TCAT Murfreesboro, TCAT Nashville, TCAT Northwest, TCAT Oneida/Huntsville, TCAT Pulaski, TCAT Shelbyville, and TCAT Upper Cumberland. The institutions share articulation pathways for credit transfers to community colleges.
• ed2gominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership provides online non-credit certificate programs for career preparation and professional development. Ed2go courses are flexible, self-paced, and cover IT, business, healthcare, and other high-demand fields. Students receive certificates of completion from TCAT Hartsville upon finishing.
• tnAchievescoreGTM or Marketing PartnertnAchieves administers the Tennessee Promise program providing last-dollar scholarship coverage for tuition and fees. The organization provides mentors to help students navigate the college admissions process and requires eight hours of community service per term enrolled.
• Local High SchoolsmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDual enrollment partnerships with Trousdale County High School and other regional high schools allowing students to earn college credits and certificates while still in high school. Cosmetology and Culinary Arts programs are high school only offerings.
• ASE Education FoundationcoreTechnology or IntegrationAutomotive Technology program is accredited by ASE Education Foundation, meeting national standards for automotive technician education. Students train in certified program aligned with industry requirements.
• SiemensmoderateTechnology or IntegrationIndustrial Maintenance program participates in the Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program (SMSCP), offering students Level 1 certification in mechatronics skills aligned with industry standards.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Nashville State Community College: TBR-governed community college in Davidson County offering technical certificates alongside associate degrees. Competes for similar adult learner and dual enrollment populations in middle Tennessee and serves as a sister workforce development institution within the TBR system.
• Pellissippi State Community College: TBR-governed Tennessee community college near Knoxville offering both academic transfer and technical/career programs. Comparable as a public postsecondary institution delivering workforce credentials, though it operates a broader associate-degree model than TCATs.
• Volunteer State Community College: Tennessee community college under TBR governance serving the same middle-Tennessee region (Gallatin/Sumner County area overlapping TCAT Hartsville's territory). Broader portfolio includes associate degree transfer pathways plus technical certificates, positioning it as a larger incumbent competing for similar students.

Regional players

• Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Technical College System institution serving rural northwest Georgia with certificate, diploma, and degree programs in industrial, healthcare, and business technologies. Strong structural and curricular parallel to TCAT Hartsville as a regional, multi-campus technical college, though operating in a different state.
• Central Georgia Technical College: Georgia Technical College System institution delivering similar applied technology programs (welding, industrial maintenance, nursing, IT) across multiple campuses. Functionally comparable to TCAT Hartsville as a public technical college, but serving a different state and population base.

Others

• ed2go: Online non-credit training partner that TCAT Hartsville uses to extend its program catalog with self-paced IT, business, and healthcare certificate courses. Adjacent as a distribution channel and as a competitor in the broader online workforce education market where the institution is expanding.

Direct peers

• Tennessee College of Applied Technology Murfreesboro: Sister TCAT in middle Tennessee serving Rutherford County. Operates the same applied technology diploma/certificate model, governed by Tennessee Board of Regents, and offers overlapping programs (Industrial Maintenance, Computer IT, Nursing, Welding).
• Tennessee College of Applied Technology Shelbyville: Sister TCAT in middle Tennessee, sharing the same institutional structure, governance (TBR), and applied-technology curriculum. Directly comparable in program mix and rural Tennessee service area.
• Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville: Sister institution within the Tennessee Board of Regents system of 27 TCATs. Directly comparable as a public technical college delivering certificate/diploma programs in overlapping trades, healthcare, and IT fields to a similar Tennessee service area population.
• Tennessee College of Applied Technology Dickson: Another TBR constituent TCAT operating under the same applied technology framework, offering similar trades, nursing, and IT certificate programs to a comparable Tennessee county service area.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/hartsvilletcat
• Facebookfacebook.com/tcathartsville
• Instagraminstagram.com/tcathartsville

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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