New year, new career. Chattanooga State knows everyone’s educational and career path is different — that’s why they offer a wide range of educational programs to fit a variety of goals, lifestyles, and schedules.
This new year, the local community college is here to help launch Chattanoogans’ careers, jumpstart academic paths, and provide training that deepens professionals’ experience and knowledge.
Choose between these four main program types:
🧑💻 Short-Term Certificates
3 weeks to 9 months
These short-term, skill-based programs are designed to help students gain experience that makes an immediate impact in their field. Already in a career? Short-term certificates also get current employees up-to-date on the latest changes in technology, equipment, and business processes.
Course topics range from healthcare to construction to technology — including a valued Google Career Certificate.
Career possibilities + industries include:
- Construction
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Nurse Assistant
- IT support
- Manufacturing
- Workplace safety
🧑🔧 Technical Diplomas
1 year
This program focuses on hands-on, practical training for high-demand careers in the technical + skilled trades industries. With a job placement rate of 92%, areas of study include healthcare, industrial technology, construction, computer information technology, and more.
Career possibilities include:
- Medical assisting
- Automotive technology
- HVAC technician
- Industrial electrician
- Computer support technician
- Welding
- Construction + equipment technology
- Nursing
- Landscape
- Cosmetology + barbering
🧑⚕️ Associate Degrees
2 years
Make yourself more marketable for the professional world (without excessive student debt) with an Associate Degree in vast areas of study. With 100+ possibilities, you’ll gain the knowledge you need for a career you love.
Career divisions:
- Business
- Engineering + Information Technologies
- Humanities + Fine Arts
- Mathematics + Sciences
- Nursing + Allied Health
- Social + Behavioral Sciences
🧑🎓 Transfer Pathways
2 years at Chattanooga State + University
Is a Bachelor’s degree your goal? Start your academic journey and gain a strong foundation — while saving time and money — before finishing your education at a four-year university. Chattanooga State’s Transfer Pathways program ensures a seamless + guaranteed course transfer to many reputable public and private institutions.
Ready to make 2024 your year? Choose your academic path + explore financial aid options.
See how to become a ChattState Tiger.
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