The center has hands-on training in car repair, welding, machinery and building trades, just to name a few. Full-time prep classes are in session for six hours everyday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students can graduate earlier than scheduled because they may work ahead. The school also offers a variety of online courses including drafting, nursing and systems technology. To apply for programs, students must be 18 years old and have an employment objective. Students will be notified by mail if they are accepted and can being classes at the beginning of the quarter.
Tennessee Technology Center at Jackson
2468 Technology Center Drive
Jackson, TN 38301-9607
731-424-0691
ttcjackson.edu
This community college offers majors in technologies, criminal justice, nursing, physical therapy and other practical job-specific fields. It also has short-term certificate programs for career advancement in library services, basic EMT, paramedic and home management. The college recommends that students apply early for admissions.
Jackson State Community College
2046 North Parkway
Jackson, TN 38301
731-424-3520
jscc.edu
Lambuth prepares students for careers in technology related fields, including graphic arts and music production. It also has many traditional majors, from communications to education. The university has an 11-1 ratio of students to faculty and most classes have fewer than 20 people. It was listed by The Washington Post as one of the top 100 universities in America.
Lambuth University
705 Lambuth Blvd.
Jackson, TN 38301
731-425-2500
lambuth.edu
The Hair Design School's cosmetology program teaches hair cutting, styling, color and texture services. It also has hair cleaning, skin care, makeup and nail care techniques, as well as business and retail tips. The school has both full-time and part-time evening programs to offer flexibility to students.
Hair Design School
1433 Hollywood Drive
Jackson, TN 38301
731-427-6642