Nelson County Area Technology Center

Nelson County Area Technology Center Nelson County ATC united people, place and purpose to forge success for the future of our students and our community.

Nelson County Area Technology Center currently offers 8 programs:

Automotive Technology
Bluegrass Aerospace Experience
Construction- Carpentry
Electrical Technology
Health Science
Heavy Equipment Sciences
Information Technology
Welding Technology

🚛 RECENT HIGH SCHOOL GRADS — READY TO START A CAREER THAT MOVES?Nelson County Schools UP Center, Pathways UP Adult Educa...
05/28/2026

🚛 RECENT HIGH SCHOOL GRADS — READY TO START A CAREER THAT MOVES?

Nelson County Schools UP Center, Pathways UP Adult Education, and Team Kentucky Adult Education are offering a FREE Fast Track Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) program beginning June 9!

✅ FREE training
✅ CDL theory instruction
✅ Limited seats available
✅ Great first step toward a high-demand driving career

To qualify, students must:
✔️ Be at least 18 years old
✔️ Have a high school diploma or GED
✔️ Hold a valid Kentucky driver’s license
✔️ Have access to a computer and Wi-Fi for virtual coursework

📅 Cohort begins June 9
📍 Hybrid format with in-person, virtual, and self-paced online modules
📞 Questions? Contact Kristin Morgan at (502) 309-4030

Spots are limited to only 10 students, so don’t wait to apply!

🔗 Sign up today: bit.ly/upadulted

Our second-year Health Collaboration students were honored to volunteer at Active Day this week, where they were able to...
05/01/2026

Our second-year Health Collaboration students were honored to volunteer at Active Day this week, where they were able to further develop essential healthcare skills through meaningful, hands-on experiences in a real-world setting. Opportunities like this allow students to bridge classroom learning with practical application while building professionalism, compassion, and confidence in the field of healthcare.

We are deeply grateful for the support of our valued community partners, whose collaboration helps provide these impactful learning experiences. Their investment in our students plays a vital role in preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals and strengthening the connection between education and community service.

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Our team at the UP Center are immensely grateful to CHI Saint Joseph Health - Flaget Memorial Hospital & Foundation for ...
05/01/2026

Our team at the UP Center are immensely grateful to CHI Saint Joseph Health - Flaget Memorial Hospital & Foundation for hosting our second group of Healthcare Certification students for their shadow experience!

Students had the opportunity to explore a wide range of specialties, including OB, ICU, Med Surg, PT, Ortho, Lab, Pharmacy, and the Cancer Center. These hands-on experiences are invaluable as they help students discover their passions and see the impact of healthcare careers firsthand.

Amazing opportunities in amazing places—made possible by amazing people who are willing to say YES to our students.

Thank you for investing in the future of healthcare!

Join the Nelson County ATC & the Bardstown Nelson County Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the incredible accomplishme...
04/30/2026

Join the Nelson County ATC & the Bardstown Nelson County Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our students and the power of community partnership.

✨ Throughout the week, we’ll be recognizing:
✔️ Industry Certifications
✔️ Leadership Awards
✔️ Community Partnerships
✔️ Co-Op Students
✔️ Students Signing to Full-Time Positions

📅 Event Line-Up:
🔧 Tuesday, May 5 (1:00–2:30 PM) - Carpentry, Electrical, Heavy Equipment
💡 Wednesday, May 6 (9:30–11:00 AM) – Media Arts, IT
🤝 Thursday, May 7 (9:30–11:00 AM) – Automotive, Welding
❤️ Thursday, May 14 (1:00–2:30 PM) – Pulse Healthcare

📍 Thomas Nelson High School
150 Generals Blvd, Bardstown, KY

This is more than an event—it’s a celebration of students stepping confidently into their futures. Come see the impact, meet our students, and be part of their success story.

👉 RSVP today: atc.nelson.kyschools.us

🚨 Community Partner Spotlight 🚨A huge thank you to Riley’s Fire and Safety for their generous donation of 9 fire extingu...
04/27/2026

🚨 Community Partner Spotlight 🚨

A huge thank you to Riley’s Fire and Safety for their generous donation of 9 fire extinguishers to our Heavy Equipment Sciences / Entry Level Driver Training program!

Having fire extinguishers on equipment is a critical safety requirement—and thanks to Aaron Riley, our students now have what they need to stay safe and industry-ready.

We are incredibly grateful for partners like Riley’s Fire and Safety who go above and beyond to support our students and programs. Your investment makes a real difference! 👏🔥

🩸🎉 Finishing Strong — Group 3! 🎉🩸Our Group 3 Certified Clinical Medical Assistant students have officially completed the...
04/27/2026

🩸🎉 Finishing Strong — Group 3! 🎉🩸

Our Group 3 Certified Clinical Medical Assistant students have officially completed their 30 required blood draws, marking the final group to reach this incredible milestone on the path to phlebotomy certification!

From first sticks to confident, skilled draws, these students have shown resilience, growth, and a true commitment to patient care. They are now heading into their certification exam—and we are so proud of how far they’ve come!

To our incredible volunteers—thank you. Your willingness to give your time, encouragement, and blood made this hands-on learning possible not just once, but for all three groups. This achievement belongs to you, too. ❤️

👏 Group 3, you’ve set the bar high. What an amazing way to close out this journey!

So sorry about the blurry photos yesterday! Let’s try this again…🩸🎉 Another Group, Another Milestone! 🎉🩸Our Group 2 Cert...
04/23/2026

So sorry about the blurry photos yesterday! Let’s try this again…

🩸🎉 Another Group, Another Milestone! 🎉🩸

Our Group 2 Certified Clinical Medical Assistant students have officially completed their 30 required blood draws as they work toward their phlebotomy certification!

With each stick, these students have shown incredible growth in skill, confidence, and compassion—all essential qualities of future healthcare professionals. They are now one step closer to their certification exam, and we couldn’t be more proud!

A huge and heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing volunteers who once again showed up in a big way—giving your time, support, and blood to help make this experience possible. Your generosity continues to impact student success in the most meaningful way. ❤️

👏 Way to go, Group 2! And thank you to a community that continues to lift our students higher.

🩸🎉 Celebrating a Major Milestone! 🎉🩸Please join us in celebrating our Group 1 Certified Clinical Medical Assistant stude...
04/21/2026

🩸🎉 Celebrating a Major Milestone! 🎉🩸

Please join us in celebrating our Group 1 Certified Clinical Medical Assistant students who have officially completed their 30 required blood draws on their journey to earning their phlebotomy certification!

This is no small feat—each draw represents growing skill, confidence, and commitment to patient care. Because of their hard work and perseverance, these students are now one step closer to their certification exam and future careers in healthcare!

We also want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the incredible number of volunteers who generously gave their time, encouragement, and yes—even their blood 💉❤️ to support our students. Your willingness to show up made this achievement possible.

👏 We are so proud of our students and grateful for a community that rallies behind them. The future of healthcare is in good hands!

Huge shoutout to Mago Construction Company for creating an incredible real-world learning experience for our Heavy Equip...
04/16/2026

Huge shoutout to Mago Construction Company for creating an incredible real-world learning experience for our Heavy Equipment Year 2 students! 👏

Today, students had the opportunity to be part of the paving of our brand new bus garage parking lot—getting hands-on experience alongside industry professionals and seeing their skills come to life in a meaningful way.

Experiences like this are what it’s all about—connecting classroom learning to real careers. We are so grateful for partners like MAGO who invest in our students and their future! 🚧

We’re incredibly grateful to CHI Flaget and the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth for inviting our Phlebotomy Technician an...
04/16/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to CHI Flaget and the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth for inviting our Phlebotomy Technician and CCMA students to take part in conducting CHI’s Health Fair for the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.

It was an amazing opportunity for our students to apply their skills, serve the community, and be part of such a meaningful event.

The day was filled with fun, learning, and wonderful camaraderie—we truly appreciate being included in such a special experience!

Thank you for your continued partnership and for making this event so memorable!

🎉 Please Celebrate Our 2026 SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference Winners! 🎉We are incredibly proud of these outstanding...
04/15/2026

🎉 Please Celebrate Our 2026 SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference Winners! 🎉

We are incredibly proud of these outstanding students who represented our SkillsUSA Chapter with excellence, skill, and determination:

🥉 3rd Place – Automotive Service Technician: Talon Merta
🥇 1st Place – Heavy Equipment Operation: Treavon Laning
🥉 3rd Place – Medical Terminology: Gracie Adams
🥇 1st Place – Medical Assisting: Gracie Adams
🥈 2nd Place – Nurse Assisting: Kelsey Broyles
🥇 1st Place – Nurse Assisting: Emma Mattingly
🥈 2nd Place – First Aid/CPR: Lillian Nickles
🥇 1st Place – First Aid/CPR: Julianne Gootee

🌟 These students have the opportunity to represent our SkillsUSA Chapter at the National Leadership Conference this June in Atlanta, GA!

👏 A special shoutout to Treavon Laning, who will be continuing on to Nationals to represent Kentucky on the national stage in Heavy Equipment Operation!

💙 We are currently seeking financial sponsors to support Treavon on this incredible journey. If you or your organization are interested in investing in the future workforce and helping a student compete at the highest level, please reach out!

Address

1060 Bloomfield Road
Bardstown, KY
40004

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 3:45pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 3:45pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 3:45pm
Thursday 8:15am - 3:45pm
Friday 8:15am - 3:45pm

Telephone

+15023489096

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