Fulltime Programs

     The Biomedical Technology Program’s mission is to provide the technical instruction and skill development to enable students to become successful in the allied health field or biotechnology. Students will learn laboratory procedures fundamental to biomedical research including micropipetting, recombinant DNA, and cell culture. The curriculum includes lecture, laboratory activities, student presentations, and guest speakers. Topics include: scientific research, anatomy and physiology, clinical laboratory skills, cardiac monitoring, basic pharmacology, medical terminology, communication, medical math, and workplace skills. 

The mission of the Computer Information Technology Program is to prepare and develop students so they can acquire and retain employment in the high-tech Computer Networking Technology field upon graduation through traditional and distance education.  Hands-on, real world experience within an individualized objective-based program with personal instruction prepare each student to pass the A+, N+, S+ and Microsoft Certifications.

The cosmetology program's mission is to provide the necessary training in the theory and clinical knowledge for the student to be successful with the cosmetology workforce.  Instruction is designed to qualify students for employment upon graduation and to aid in the passing of the State Board of Cosmetology Exam, which consists of written and practical tests.

The mission of the Drafting and CAD Technology Program is to provide competency-base training of the highest quality through traditional and distance instructional delivery systems that will qualify individuals for employment in the drafting field. This course will provide you with a thorough understanding of the methods of computer aided drafting. Each unit of study is approached by starting with the basic theory involved. You will receive actual experience using current AutoCAD software to design and produce engineering drawings.

The mission of the Industrial Electrical Maintenance Program is to provide diversified maintenance training to students to meet the occupational needs of the prospective employers in our community. This course will provide you with a thorough understanding of the methods of diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment. Each unit of study is approached by starting with the basic theory involved. You will receive actual experience on equipment with factory approved methods of repairing and maintaining them.

The mission of the Pharmacy Technician program is to provide the technical instruction and skill development for the student to become gainfully employed in the pharmacy field. The purpose of the Pharmacy Technician program is to provide learning experiences which enable graduates to obtain basic competencies needed for employment as a Pharmacy Technician in either the institutional or retail setting. A technician is an individual who, under the supervision of a pharmacist, assists in the performance of activities of the pharmacy department not requiring the professional judgment of a pharmacist. Technicians must be appropriately trained for functions performed.

The mission of the Practical Nursing Program is to provide the technical instruction and skill development for the student to become gainfully employed in the nursing field. This course will provide you with the technical instruction and skill development for you to become gainfully employed in the nursing field. The Practical Nurse works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician or as an assistant to the professional nurse. Practical Nurses in Tennessee must be professionally trained under guidelines set by and accreditation given by the Tennessee State Board of Nursing.