About
TCAT Northwest offers the following Practical Nursing programs to better suit the needs of potential students.
- Northwest Main Campus—12 month daytime Practical Nursing program that begins in September every year.
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Northwest Main Campus—18 month evening Practical Nursing program tailored to working individuals. Class meets on Monday - Friday evenings. Please call 731-627-2511 to see when the next evening program begins.
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Union City Campus—12 month daytime Practical Nursing program that begins in May every year.
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Northwest Covington Campus—12 month daytime Practical Nursing program that begins in September every year.
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Northwest Ripley Campus—12 month daytime Practical Nursing program that begins in September every year.
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Northwest Ripley Campus—12 month daytime Practical Nursing program that begins in January every year.
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Northwest Bells Instructional Service Center—12 month daytime Practical Nursing program that begins in May every year.
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Northwest Covington Campus - 16 month evening Practical Nursing program. Please call 731-627-2511 to see when the next evening program begins.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | 12 Months |
| Clock Hours | 1,296 |
| Class Type | Day, Night |
| Credentials | Certificate, Diploma |
| Total Tuition/Fees | $6,518.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $3,928.00 |
Program Credentials
2026 Classes
January - Day Class - Ripley Location - Deadline passed; Class begins January 5, 2026
May - Day Class - Union City & Bells Locations - Deadline March 27, 2026; Class begins May 4, 2026
May - Evening Class - Newbern Location - Deadline March 27, 2026; Class begins May 4, 2026
September - Day Class - Newbern, Ripley, & Covington Locations - Deadline July 31, 2026; Class begins September 3, 2026
2027 Classes
January - Day Class - Ripley Location - Deadline November 20, 2026; Class begin date to be announced
January - Evening Class - Covington Location - November 20, 2026; Class begin date to be announced
Other 2027 Class Deadline Dates will be announced in 2026. Please continue to check our website for updates!
HESI TEST RESOURCES
Campus Locations
127 Industrial Drive
Ripley, TN 38063
1419 N. Morgan Street
Union City, TN 38261
1600 U.S. Highway 51 South
Covington, TN 38019
6514 Highway 412
Bells, TN 38006
340 Washington St
Newbern, TN 38059
Certifications
Instructors
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