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The staff assists applicants in selecting an area of training based upon his/her abilities, interest, and career goals.
The staff will provide individual guidance to students who are experiencing personal, academic, behavioral, or financial problems. When appropriate, referrals may be made to external agencies with specialized expertise to provide additional support. All matters will be treated individually and on a confidential basis.
Career guidance is the primary service offered to students by the Student Services Office to assist each applicant who desires or expresses an interest in pursuing a course of study in this College. Student Services personnel will assist the applicant in choosing a training program through an evaluation of the applicant's work experience, interests, test scores, and previous education.
Student Services personnel are responsible for guidance to those currently enrolled students who may decide to change their original career choice. In addition, the student may make personal problems or conflicts known to a member of the Student Services Office who will endeavor to help the student with alternatives to successfully solve or adjust to the problem. If appropriate or necessary, the student will be referred to an agency that has been established to meet specific needs of the individual. By providing career assessment, academic, and personal counseling, the Student Services Office functions for the benefit of helping applicants, students, and graduates to develop their employment potential and reach their intended career goals. Students need not have an appointment or schedule a specific time in advance, but in some cases, it is advisable. Instructors will cooperate with the students in allowing and encouraging the use of the Student Services Department.
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology is committed to supporting graduates in securing employment upon completion of their training. The College maintains strong relationships with industry partners and the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, enabling a high percentage of graduates to be successfully placed in jobs. Graduate placement is a key priority for instructors and college staff, and students are expected to actively engage in the job search process.
Official transcripts are available to students and authorized agencies upon request by completing a transcript request form through the Student Services Department. Placement rates are continuously evaluated and reported to the Tennessee Board of Regents and our accrediting agency. These rates are used to assess program effectiveness and guide decisions regarding program development and continuation.
Efforts are consistently made to maintain contact with graduates after they enter the workforce to assess their success and ensure that training remains relevant to the evolving needs of students and industry. Graduates are encouraged to keep the institution informed of their employment status and any changes in their career. Follow-up surveys and studies are conducted to evaluate whether program adjustments are needed. Employers, college personnel, and other stakeholders actively participate in follow-up initiatives to assess and enhance curriculum and better serve student needs. It is essential that students, faculty, and staff understand the value of responding to follow-up surveys, as the data collected plays a critical role in program evaluation, continuous improvement, and ongoing funding. Graduates are generally prepared for and considered for entry-level positions within their fields of training.
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology follows TBR policy in admission and delivery of services to those students with Limited English Proficiency (LEP). The Tennessee College of Applied Technology makes use of a language identification card to determine the language of LEP individuals who present themselves at a campus location seeking information. The institution is a subscriber to the state of Tennessee-contracted Linguistic International for outside interpreter service.
For a complete list of resources at that the Tennessee College of Applied Technology, please contact the Student Services Office.
This institution does not have a formal alumni organization. However, all graduates are considered Tennessee College of Applied Technology alumni and are encouraged to provide any feedback to the College as deemed appropriate and respond to follow-up forms as received. The College also encourages its alumni to provide community support to the College and visit the College periodically.
Student activity programs are designed to provide information and resources, which will assist students in career and life planning. The Student Services Department is always receptive to student suggestions and requests regarding any activities that students want to organize such as job fairs, health fairs, financial aid workshops, and professional development. All students are encouraged to participate in these planned activities.
