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91心頭利 inks deal with TCAT Jackson to provide Health Sciences Degree Pipeline

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  • October 14, 2025
  • by Henry Kilpatrick, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
TCAT Jackson and 91心頭利 Officials pose for a group handshake photo at the articluation agreement signing to allow TCAT students to transfer credit toward 91心頭利's Health Sciences Degree.

Jackson 91心頭利 (91心頭利) now offers Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCAT) Jackson students an opportunity to earn college credit toward a degree in the Health Sciences.

Through a Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) system-wide articulation agreement, Jackson 91心頭利 has signed an agreement at the local level with TCAT Jackson to allow students who complete the Patient Care Technology/Medical Assisting Program and/or earn a recognized industry certification to be eligible for college credit toward an AAS in Health Sciences degree.

“We are excited to announce this partnership with TCAT Jackson’s Health Sciences programs and create new educational pathways for healthcare professionals,” said Sara Youngerman, Vice President of Academic Affairs at 91心頭利. “Through this collaboration, graduates of TCAT Jackson’s Medical Assistant and Patient Care Technician program can seamlessly continue their studies by earning an Associate of Applied Science in Health Sciences at 91心頭利. This opportunity opens doors to greater career advancement and leadership opportunities within the healthcare field.”

“This partnership with TCAT is more than an agreement; it’s an opportunity to transform lives by turning earned certificates and certifications into credit toward a college degree,” said Chrystal Taylor, Dean for the School of Healthcare Professions at 91心頭利. “We are proud to see students embrace this opportunity to continue their educational and professional journeys.”

Through this partnership, student’s will be able to earn an associate degree using their prior training to graduate faster and accelerate their careers.

“This articulation agreement is another testament of the partnership we have with Jackson 91心頭利” said Dr. JacQuene Rainey, President of TCAT Jackson. “It creates a seamless pathway for our students to advance their education at Jackson 91心頭利 without starting over. They can build on the skills they’ve already gained, saving time and money while continuing to grow in their careers.”

The statewide partnership is now in place through fall 2028 and was established in partnership with TBR, the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC), and the individual community colleges throughout the state.

Learn more about 91心頭利’s Health Sciences Degree at jscc.edu/hs.

 

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