🚁 TCAT McMinnville Opens Applications for Next Gen Drone Technology Diploma Program

Technical education in the region is expanding into emerging fields. TCAT McMinnville is now accepting applications for a specialized 12-month drone technology program launching in January 2027, positioning graduates for careers in a rapidly growing industry.

📋 Program Details and Application Timeline

The Next Gen Drone Technology diploma program will begin January 4, 2027, at the TCAT at Coffee County campus. The full-time day program runs Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and combines on-campus and hybrid instruction. Upon completion, students earn industry certifications and a Next Gen Drone Technology Diploma. Interested applicants can submit applications at www.tcatmcminnville.edu ✈️

🎯 What Students Will Learn

The curriculum emphasizes practical, real-world skills aligned with professional industry standards. Students master drone mission planning, flight operations, and safety principles while learning to deliver stakeholder reports. The program covers applications across construction, utilities, agriculture, and disaster response-sectors where drone technology is reshaping how work gets done. Safety and regulatory compliance form the foundation of instruction, preparing graduates not just to operate equipment, but to lead in Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) as the aviation and drone workforce evolves. 🛠️

💼 Career Pathways and Regional Opportunity

Drone technology represents one of the fastest-growing job sectors in the country. Graduates of this program will be positioned to enter a field where demand continues to outpace supply. For residents of the Upper Cumberland and surrounding areas seeking technical training with strong employment prospects, this program offers a focused pathway into a modern, high-skill industry. 📈

For more information or to apply, visit www.tcatmcminnville.edu or contact TCAT McMinnville at (931) 473-5587.