Bates Technical College

Welcome! Bates Technical College delivers career education with a focus on hands-on learning. Serving approximately 8,000 students, BTC has three comprehensive campuses in Tacoma that offer two-year degrees, short-term certificates, academic courses and life-long learning. Bates Technical College, part of the state's public two-year college system, provides practical and concentrated hands-on education with an affordable, accessible path toward successful employment.Degree and certificate programs are offered in a variety of industries that include, aerospace, audio/visual technology and communication, business administration, construction, education/training, engineering, healthcare, information technology, manufacturing, fire service, transportation, culinary arts and barber.Bates Technical College's mission is to enrich our diverse communities by inspiring student learning, challenging greater achievement, and educating for employment.