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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville

Huntsville, Tennessee · Public technical college · Training programs available:

Electrician schoolsCDL / truck driving schoolsEMT & paramedic trainingCNA classesLPN / LVN programsAuto mechanic schoolsWelding schoolsPharmacy technician programsCosmetology schoolsDiesel mechanic schoolsConstruction trades programsCNC & machining programsCulinary & pastry schools
74%completion rate · Tennessee avg 64%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
$31,843median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$31,949median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$20,130annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Council on Occupational Education (Accredited)
Address: 355 Scott High Drive, Huntsville, TN 37756 · Phone: (423) 663-4900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville is a public trade school in Huntsville, TN offering electrician, CDL/truck driving, and EMT training, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 73.9% completion rate, above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%, with median graduate earnings of $31,949 ten years after entry.

Annual cost of attendance at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville is reported at $20,130, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used; about 29.6% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Tennessee College of … Tennessee College of …: 73.9% 73.9% Tennessee average Tennessee average: 64.3% 64.3% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Electricians$39,600$61,090$76,060
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers$39,960$58,620$73,420
Emergency medical technicians$29,720$40,330$48,430
Nursing assistants$31,110$37,990$40,880
Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses$41,110$58,870$62,650
Automotive service technicians and mechanics$34,820$50,290$63,790
Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers$37,840$48,040$57,450
Pharmacy technicians$35,550$41,920$48,270
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$25,700$31,310$39,990
Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists$40,450$59,190$71,610
Construction laborers$34,910$45,000$49,450
Machinists$37,560$49,600$61,220
Chefs and head cooks$45,410$69,810$81,900

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.

Trade programs at this campus

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers Certificate, 300–899 hours 66 $49,961 not reported not reported
Ground Transportation Certificate, under 300 hours 30 not reported not reported not reported
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 18 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, under 300 hours 17 not reported not reported not reported
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants Certificate, 1–2 years 12 not reported not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 10 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 2–4 years 9 $26,108 not reported not reported
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 1–2 years 6 $19,297 not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 4 not reported not reported not reported
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection Certificate, 1–2 years 3 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 2–4 years 3 $26,108 not reported not reported
Precision Metal Working Certificate, 1–2 years 2 not reported not reported not reported
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians Certificate, 1–2 years 2 $26,108 not reported not reported
Culinary Arts and Related Services Certificate, 1–2 years 1 not reported not reported not reported

Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.

Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.

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About this school

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville is a public trade school in Huntsville, Tennessee, located in a remote rural setting. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and federal financial aid through Title IV programs, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by eligible students. Across its 14 program families, the campus awards the most completions in electrician schools (66), CDL / truck driving schools (30), and EMT & paramedic training (18).

According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 73.9%, above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $31,949. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,130. About 29.6% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.

With a mix of short-term certificate programs in fields like electrician work, CDL training, and EMT training, this campus may suit students seeking hands-on, career-focused training rather than a traditional multi-year degree; program lengths themselves are not detailed in this data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this institution before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

The campus offers 14 program families, with the most completions in electrician schools (66), CDL / truck driving schools (30), and EMT & paramedic training (18).

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, with an accreditation status of Accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants where eligible.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 73.9%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%, per federal data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (423) 663-4900 or check the College Scorecard link for more detail.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $31,949, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is reported at $20,130.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a public school, which can affect tuition rates and eligibility for certain state funding compared to private for-profit institutions.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported in this data; contact the school directly at (423) 663-4900 or visit https://tcatoneida.edu/ to confirm program duration.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?221582.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data does not directly address career-changer fit, but the school's short-term, hands-on program families such as electrician, CDL, and EMT training suggest options outside a traditional multi-year degree path.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to confirm requirements for programs like electrician, CDL, or EMT training.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville by phone at (423) 663-4900 or through its website at https://tcatoneida.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

This data does not include comparisons with other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?221582 to compare outcomes across institutions.

Nearby trade and career schools in Tennessee

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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.

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