workforce development

Graduation was held for Upper Cumberland Phlebotomy Technician students on Thursday evening, May 16, 2024, at Celina City Hall. The students began the Phlebotomy Technician course in January 2024, at the K–8 School in Celina. Students balanced school with family and work responsibilities, some also taking other courses at our Upper Cumberland campuses.

Vol State is excited to announce its first federally registered United States Department of Labor Apprenticeship for manufacturing. Several years ago, Vol State operated an apprenticeship program in hospitality. The registered apprenticeship with Hutchinson focuses on advanced manufacturing and is connected to the college’s mechatronics program. The apprenticeship launch was made possible thanks to the MIDAS grant in partnership with the Tennessee Board of Regents.

We are thrilled to announce an exciting development in Vol State's Adult Education program: the introduction of ESL sessions tailored specifically for employees in local warehouses and factories who do not speak English fluently.

As we usher in a new year, many of us reflect on the changes we want to make in our lives. Whether it's learning a new skill, advancing our careers, or achieving educational milestones, setting ambitious New Year's resolutions is a common tradition. Fortunately, the Adult Education Department is here to turn those resolutions into reality.