Nursing & Allied Health

The Chattanooga State Nursing & Allied Health division prepares students to perform their duties at a professional level, to ensure the safety of their patients, and to be a benefit within their community.

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Phone: 423-697-4450
Office: Helth Science Center

 

Prospective Students

All Nursing & Allied Health students must first apply to Chattanooga State Community College. After completing the college application, students interested in applying to a selective admission Nursing & Allied Health program must visit the specific program's webpage for their respective application process.

Prospective students must demonstrate a high level of academic success in the required pre-requisite and general education courses. The majority of successful NAH candidates complete most, if not all, of their general education requirements prior to applying to a NAH program. In order to be successful in NAH, prospective students should attend information sessions (required for some programs), read and be familiar with program information available on the website, and meet with their assigned academic advisor any time they have questions or concerns about their degree plan. View the profile summary for last years accepted applicant pool.
 

New Program: Medical Laboratory Technology

Chattanooga State is excited to announce its newest Nursing and Allied Health program being offered, Medical Laboratory Technology. The program is five (5) semesters long and will provide students the opportunity to obtain an AAS and be eligible for national certification as Medical Laboratory Technicians upon successful completion. We are currently accepting applications for our inaugural cohort with anticipated graduation of spring 2026. If you would like to know more, please visit the program web page or contact the Nursing and Allied Health division office at 423-697-4450 and speak with our program director, Nicole Wilkins.

 

Division Resources

Information Sessions

Accreditation

Program specific accreditation information can be found on individual program pages.

Nursing & Allied Health FAQs

How do I get started?

If you are not a current student at Chattanooga State:

Please apply online and complete all admission requirements.

 

Once admitted to the college:

You will be assigned an Academic Advisor who will help create your Academic Plan.

How many students are accepted into the Nursing & Allied Health programs?

The numbers below are estimates and subject to change.

 

  • Emergency Medical Services

    • (AEMT) Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - 24
    • (EMT) Emergency Medical Technician – 84
    • Paramedic – 24

       

  • Pharmacy Technician – 25

  • Dental Assisting – 36

  • Dental Hygiene – 24

  • Health Information Management – 20

  • Health Science – unlimited

  • (MRI) Magnetic Resonance Imaging – 40

  • Mammography – 25

  • Nuclear Medicine Technology – 20

  • Physical Therapist Assistant – 24

  • Radiation Therapy – 20

  • Radiologic Technology – 32

     

  • Nursing

    • Transition -
      • Main campus (Day - 24)

         
    • Traditional - 
      • Main Campus (Day - 110 / Night - 50)
      • Kimball Site (Day - 15)

 

  • Respiratory Care – 25

  • Sonography – 25

  • Surgical Technology - 24

  • Veterinary Technology - 24

Can I apply to more than one Nursing & Allied Health program?

Yes. However, each program has different requirements so follow their application checklists carefully.

When should I turn in Nursing & Allied Health program applications?

Each program has an Application Checklist. These give guidance regarding what information is required, and when it is required.

Attend an information session for more information.

What general education courses are required for admission into a Nursing & Allied Health program?

Each program has different general education course requirements.

In some programs, all general education courses must be complete prior to starting the program. Some programs give points for courses completed, though not all have to be complete to apply.

Attend an information session for more information.

How are students selected into a Nursing & Allied Health program?

Program selection is a competitive process based on an objective point system. Points are awarded based on:

  • completion of general education courses
  • grades awarded in those courses
  • TEAS test results
  • and/or other materials that may be required for specific programs

Attend an information session for more information.

How many points do I need to be accepted?

There isn’t an exact number of points needed to be accepted. The applicant pool is filtered according to total points and ranked accordingly.  Students scoring the highest number of points are considered for the program.

Attend an information session for more information.

Which programs require the TEAS test?
  • Dental Hygiene  
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Radiologic Technology
  • Registered Nursing
  • Respiratory Care
What is the application deadline date for each Nursing & Allied Health program?

Application deadline dates are listed on individual program pages. Deadline dates differ according to each program.

How long is the program once you are accepted?
  • (AEMT) Advanced Emergency Medical Technician - 1 semester
     
  • Dental Assisting – 3 semesters
     
  • Dental Hygiene – 5 semesters
     
  • Emergency Medical Technician – 1 semester
     
  • Health Information Management – 4 semesters
     
  • (MRI) Magnetic Resonance Imaging – 1 semester
     
  • Mammography – 1 semester
     
  • Nuclear Medicine Technology
    • AAS degree - 4 semesters
    • Certificate - 3 semesters
      ​
  • Nursing (Traditional)
    • Day - 4 semesters
    • Night - 5 semesters
       
  • Nursing (Transition) - 3 semesters
     
  • Paramedic – 3 semesters
     
  • Pharmacy Technician
    • Entry Level - 1 semester 
    • Advanced – 2 semesters
       
  • Physical Therapist Assistant – 4 semesters
     
  • Radiation Therapy – 3 semesters
     
  • Radiologic Technology – 5 semester
     
  • Respiratory Care – 5 semesters
     
  • Sonography – 3 semesters
     
  • Surgical Technology - 4 semesters
     
  • Veterinary Technology – 4 semesters
Can I work while in a Nursing & Allied Health program?

While working is certainly a possibility, students who work 20 hours per week or less are generally most successful.

Which Nursing & Allied Health programs require an interview before acceptance?
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Dental Assisting
  • Dental Hygiene
  • Health Information Management
  • Nuclear Medicine Technology
  • Paramedic
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Radiation Therapy
  • Radiologic Technology
Which Nursing & Allied Health programs require observation hours as part of the acceptance process?
  • Dental Assisting
  • Dental Hygiene
  • Nuclear Medicine
  • Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Radiation Therapy
  • Radiologic Technology (extra credit)
  • Sonography
If I have disabilities, can I still pursue a career in Nursing & Allied Health?

The Nursing & Allied Health Division complies with Section 504 of the Americans with Disability Act (1990).

Visit the Center for Access & Disability Services to learn more information.

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