ADULT EDUCATION
SOUTHEAST TN

A SERVICE OF TCAT ATHENS

We Exist to Help You!

We strengthen local workforce by providing free job-training skills.

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What Do We Do?


  • Train for Workforce Preparedness
  • Upgrade Basic Skills
  • Prepare and offer High School Equivalency Exams
  • Prepare for College Entrance Exams
  • And more!

Who and Where Do We Serve?


We serve individuals of any income and education status in need of our services. We also serve employers.


We have locations in Hamilton, Marion, Rhea, Bledsoe, Sequatchie and Van Buren Counties.


Is It Really Zero Cost to Me?

All services are funded by federal, state, private, and local community grants to provide FREE services to all participants, regardless of need. Income is not a factor.

Meet our team and learn about our mission.

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Learn about people who found success through our programs.

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See our class schedules for the current academic year.

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Looking for TCAT Athens?

For information about classes at Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Athens, visit tcatathens.edu.