Services

Southeast TN Adult Education Offers:



  • Workforce Development Initiatives (WDI): Preparation for the Workforce
  • ​Customized Onsite Employer Classes: Created to Meet Employer Needs 
  • Individualized and Small-Group Instruction
  • High School Equivalency Test Preparation Classes
  • Online Classes for Distance Learners
  • TABE (Test of Adult Basic Education) Testing
  • HiSET (High School Equivalency Test) Official Practice Tests
  • HiSET Testing
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes
  •  IELCE (Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education) Classes
  • Digital Literacy Skills Instruction


We offer employer specific industry training in leadership, soft skills, and ESL services at the workplace or any of our sites. Contact Melanie Smith, Workforce Coordinator, at 423-285-5565 or Melanie.Smith@tcatathens.edu.


We offer classes in all six of our counties. Rhea and Hamilton offices are open Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.


Rhea Office Number: (423) 285-5565

Hamilton Office Number: (423)-682-7059

Or Call Toll-Free: (844) 688-7944



We offer classes in all six of our counties. Rhea and Hamilton offices are open Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.


Rhea Office Number:

(423) 285-5565

Hamilton Office Number:

(423) 682-7095

Or Call Toll-Free:

(844) 688-7944



Our Sequatchie County schedule is as follows: Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10:00am to 3:00pm. Class times are Monday and Tuesday 9:00am to 2:00pm.


Sequatchie Office Number: (423) 285-5565



Video Transcript: Southeast Tennessee Adult Education's Medical Billing and Coding Program. Why choose our program? Comprehensive training, career-ready curriculum, flexible hours. Contact us at 1-423-285-5565.

Certified Medical Administrative Assistant

Free Virtual Courses for Medical Fields:

FREE virtual classes for medical fields with a live instructor available via appointment to offer assistance with learning. We provide textbooks, software licenses, payment for National/State Certification Exams, resume writing, and employment application assistance. Participants must have their own technology device and internet available. Call the Dayton office for details. (423) 285-5565.



Pharmacy Technician

Video Transcript: Did you know that there are over 436,000 pharmacy technicians working in the US? And 144,000 new technicians are needed every year? Certified pharmacy technicians' starting salaries are over $18 an hour, and 90% of certified pharmacy technicians make over $22 an hour. Working as a pharmacy technician gives you many options where you can work, like national drug stores, big box stores, mail-order pharmacies, hospitals, or locally-owned pharmacies. We offer our pharmacy tech prep course that can be completed in less than a single semester that you can begin anytime and complete at home at your own pace. Once you complete the course, you're ready for your certification exam. After you pass the national exam, you can go straight to work. Send us a DM if you're interested in learning more about this free certification program.

Certified Billing and Coding

Video Transcript: 3 reasons to take CMAA classes with Southeast Tennessee Adult Education. 1: Classes are free! We offer free classes to prepare you for the fast-paced medical office work environment. You will be prepared to get, and keep, the job you dreamed of. 2: Flexible class hours. Classes are offered online with only one Zoom class required each week. You have options to meet your schedule demands. 3: Career search assistance. We offer several options to help you find your perfect job. We offer resume and cover letter writing assistance, mock interviews, and more. What are you waiting for? Call today to reserve your seat. 1-423-285-5565.



Free In-Person Medical Courses:

CNA Class

This course offers paid training benefits of $12/hour plus guaranteed employment position interview upon successful completion and certificate achievement for a $17/hour paid position. (based on current openings upon interviews). All materials, textbooks, workbooks, supplies, and uniforms provided. If you have questions, please contact Life Care Center directly at: (423) 847-6777 or our Dayton office at: (423) 285-5565.



EMT Class

Coming soon! Call to reserve your spot today. Seating is limited.