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Pickett County High School students and their parents can hear firsthand accounts about the benefits of dual enrollment at a meeting Thursday night. Pickett County High School Counselor Amber Steddum said representatives from TCAT and Vol State will be in attendance to inform parents of the opportunities. She said parents may not realize that their children can receive college credit ... Read More »

The application deadline is Monday for Vol State’s Summer Nursing Program through the Livingston Campus. Vol State offers an associate of applied science and nursing degree. Assistant Nursing Professor William Hall said students who finish the program can take take the national licensure exam to become a registered nurse. “The nursing shortage right now is critical,” Hall said. “Across the ... Read More »

Vol State has partnered with an Overton County-based manufacturing company to launch the first registered apprenticeship program in the school’s 53-year history. Vice President of Economic Development Nick Bishop said the program has been years in the making. He said the school partnered with Hutchinson Manufacturing to develop a program focused on advanced mechatronics. He said the program combines elements ... Read More »

25 to 50 Putnam County students are expected to participate in the Putnam County Middle College program in its first year. Future Ready Supervisor Sam Brooks said he is pleased with that number. He said if the program is run the right way, it will grow on its own. The program provides another alternative for students interested in gaining college ... Read More »

A Vol State-sponsored phlebotomy class is a go in Celina. Vice President for Economic Development and Regional Centers Nick Bishop said this opens the door for Vol State to continue working with Celina. “We really appreciate our friends and partners there with the city of Celina,” Bishop said. “They’re trying to do the best they can to create access to ... Read More »

Vol State will offer a five-day Fiber Optic Technician training course at the Cookeville campus later this month. Vol State Workforce Development Administrator Jeff Cockrell said those who complete the course will receive full fiber optics certification. He said fiber optics is a growing skilled trade. “I think we saw the importance of skilled trades during COVID,” Cockrell said. “And ... Read More »

The Vol State College Foundation wants to help Upper Cumberland students who need help with books, supplies or certifications. The Foundation will sponsor a February Hearts and Minds Gala to raise money for so-called gap coverage. Cookeville Campus Director Lori Richards said business should sponsor the event to invest in the region’s future. “It’s very rewarding to see our kids ... Read More »

While a deal for a potential EMT Class at the former Cumberland River Hospital is off the table for now, a plan now being crafted for a Phlebotomy class through Vol State. Celina officials originally said they would pay $15,000 for three classes with their primary goal of getting an EMT class. Celina Mayor Luke Collins told the Board of ... Read More »

The Putnam County School Board is considering a Middle College Program that would allow students to graduate high school with an associates degree. Middle College is similar to Dual Enrollment, but in Middle College students are set on the path to an associates degree from the start of high school. School System Future Ready Supervisor Sam Brooks presented the program ... Read More »

Vol State will be offering new adult education classes in Clay County. Classes will be available in-person, online, and with a hybrid option. Vol State Vice President for Economic Development and Regional Centers Nicholas Bishop said they want classes to be as convenient as possible. “When you’re trying to raise a family and put food on the table, and work ... Read More »