Kirk Harris, Director
Welcome to Roane State's Knox Regional Health Science Education Center, now open for Spring 2026. This location is also known as the Covenant Health Campus in honor of the largest donation in the history of the college. Back in 2023, Covenant Health gifted 10 acres of land along Sherrill Boulevard to Roane State which made the project possible.
Students enrolled in Roane State health science programs offered at the new campus have met very specific admission criteria in order to be selected for their chosen program.
The staff at the Knox Regional Health Science Education Center are available to assist all students interested in or attending Roane State, including basic application, registration, fee payment, and financial aid processes. In many instances we serve as a referral center to make sure students are connected with the right department to address their needs.
About Us
Completed in 2025, this 130,000-square-foot health science campus is located at 9575 Sherrill Boulevard, across from Parkwest Medical Center, and includes a large multi-purpose simulation center aimed at immersing students in real-world scenarios that elevate their training.
The facility is significantly expanding health science education programs at Roane State and TCAT Knoxville, helping address the critical shortage of healthcare workers in East Tennessee. Current Roane State programs to be housed in the new center include nursing, EMS, polysomnography, and respiratory therapy, with the college planning to add new programs soon.
