About
Medical Assistant Program - Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Pulaski
The Medical Assistant program at TCAT Pulaski is a career-focused, 12-month immersive experience designed to transform dedicated individuals into highly skilled healthcare professionals. Combining rigorous practical clinical and administrative training with dedicated support for veteran students, this program offers certification and diploma credentials, preparing you for immediate employment in a dynamic field. With a strong job placement rate of 78% in the field of study, graduates are equipped to confidently enter the workforce and make a meaningful impact on patient care, distinguishing themselves through a unique blend of comprehensive education and career readiness.
Program Details:
- Cost: $4,320.00 tuition and fees plus $1,452.00 for textbooks and supplies, total program cost
- Duration: 12 months
- Schedule: Unknown (program is career-focused with practical training, implying in-person, but specific timing and delivery format are not explicitly stated)
- Prerequisites: Acceptable ACT Score of 17; HESI Score of 60 in Reading; HESI Score of 60 in Another Section
- Accreditations: Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE)
- Career Outcomes: 78% job placement rate in the field of study
Organization
Tennessee College of Applied Technology at Pulaski
Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Pulaski is a technical college in Pulaski, Tennessee, providing occupational training in Administrative Assistant, Criminal Justice, HVAC, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) license, Medical Administrative Assistant, and Medical Assistant, among other fields. Its offerings also include Patient Care Technician and Pharmacy Technician. The college describes its focus as technical education and industry training, with programs organized around opportunities for beginning a career in a year. It is part of the Tennessee College of Applied Technology system and a constituent college of the Tennessee Board of Regents. The Pulaski location also supports instruction through additional service centers in the surrounding area. Program areas presented by the college span health care, administrative work, public safety, building systems, and technical trades, giving the institution a broad occupational focus rather than a single-industry specialization.