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TTC Dickson is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Dickson, TN. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at TTC Dickson top out at the Associate's degree.
Students at the school often study office and administration and mechanics and repair.
TTC Dickson maintains an open-admission policy. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
TTC Dickson offers classes to 523 students (500 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Tennessee Technology Centers continue to serve as the premier providers for workforce development throughout the State of Tennessee. The centers fulfill the mission by: 1) Providing competency-based training through traditional and distance learning instructional delivery systems of the highest quality that will qualify students for employment and/or advancement in jobs. 2) Providing high quality training and retraining of employed workers. 3) Providing high quality training that is economical and accessible to all residents of Tennessee, thereby contributing to the economic and community development of the communities we serve."
More complete details are provided below.
Tennessee Technology Center At Dickson
740 Hwy 46
Dickson, TN 37055
General Phone: (615) 441-6220
http://WWW.TTCDICKSON.EDU
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics And Repair | 83 | computer repair, automobile mechanics, HVAC, industrial mechanics, heavy equipment maintenance |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 64 | licensed practical nurse |
| Office And Administration | 44 | business support services |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 25 | cosmetology |
| Medical Support And Technology | 19 | dental assistant, surgical tech |
| Production Trades | 4 | machine shop assistant |
| Engineering Technician | 0 | mechanical drafting |
Number of programs and degrees for TTC Dickson in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 178 | 12 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 37 | 6 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 24 | 8 |
In 2007, TTC Dickson had a total enrollment of 523 students (500 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
| Part-Time | 64 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Dickson, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
TTC Dickson participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 778200)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets TTC Dickson Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in office and administration (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 9% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study
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