Bates Technical College
	
	Bates Technical College
	
	1101 South Yakima Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405-4895
	
	Official telephone: (253) 680-7000
Website: 
https://www.batestech.edu/
 
	
		| Screen last updated on: September 2025 | 
	
	
	
	
	| Calendar system: | quarter system (four terms comprise academic year) | 
	| Month(s) in which new student orientation is held: | Orientation for new students is held prior to start of fall term. | 
	
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	|  | Associate's Degrees 
 
 Accounting Technology/Technician and BookkeepingAdministrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, GeneralArchitectural Engineering Technologies/TechniciansAutobody/Collision and Repair Technology/TechnicianAutomobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/TechnicianBiology/Biotechnology Technology/TechnicianBiomedical Technology/TechnicianBuilding/Property MaintenanceCabinetmaking and MillworkCarpentry/CarpenterChild Care Provider/AssistantCivil Engineering Technologies/TechniciansCommunication Disorders Sciences and Services, OtherCommunications Systems Installation and Repair Technology/TechnicianComputer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC MachinistComputer Programming/Programmer, GeneralComputer Systems Networking and TelecommunicationsComputer/Computer Systems Technology/TechnicianCourt Reporting and Captioning/Court ReporterCulinary Arts/Chef TrainingData Modeling/Warehousing and Database AdministrationDental Assisting/AssistantDental Laboratory Technology/TechnicianDental Services and Allied Professions, OtherDesign and Visual Communications, GeneralDiesel Mechanics Technology/TechnicianEarly Childhood Education and TeachingElectrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/TechnicianElectrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, OtherElectrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, GeneralElectricianFire Science/Fire-fightingFire Systems TechnologyHearing Instrument SpecialistHeating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/TechnicianIndustrial Electronics Technology/TechnicianLegal Administrative Assistant/SecretaryLicensed Practical/Vocational Nurse TrainingMachine Tool Technology/MachinistMarketing/Marketing Management, GeneralMechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, OtherMechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/TechnicianMedical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical SecretaryMedical/Clinical AssistantMulti-/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherOccupational Safety and Health Technology/TechnicianOccupational Therapist AssistantRadio and Television Broadcasting Technology/TechnicianRetailing and Retail OperationsSheet Metal Technology/SheetworkingSmall Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/TechnicianSurveying Technology/SurveyingTechnical Teacher EducationWeb Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources DesignWeb/Multimedia Management and WebmasterWelding Technology/Welder
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 Accounting Technology/Technician and BookkeepingAdministrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, GeneralAutobody/Collision and Repair Technology/TechnicianBarbering/BarberBiomedical Technology/TechnicianBuilding/Property MaintenanceCabinetmaking and MillworkCarpentry/CarpenterChild Care Provider/AssistantCivil Engineering Technologies/TechniciansCommunications Systems Installation and Repair Technology/TechnicianComputer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC MachinistComputer Programming/Programmer, GeneralComputer Systems Networking and TelecommunicationsComputer/Computer Systems Technology/TechnicianCulinary Arts/Chef TrainingData Modeling/Warehousing and Database AdministrationDental Assisting/AssistantDental Laboratory Technology/TechnicianDesign and Visual Communications, GeneralDiesel Mechanics Technology/TechnicianEarly Childhood Education and TeachingElectricianFire Science/Fire-fightingHeating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/TechnicianIndustrial Electronics Technology/TechnicianMachine Tool Technology/MachinistMarketing/Marketing Management, GeneralMedical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical SecretaryRadio and Television Broadcasting Technology/TechnicianRecording Arts Technology/TechnicianSheet Metal Technology/SheetworkingSmall Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/TechnicianSystem, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/ManagerVehicle and Vehicle Parts and Accessories Marketing OperationsWeb Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources DesignWeb/Multimedia Management and WebmasterWelding Technology/Welder
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