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A job is just a place you go to work鈥攁 career is a path that moves you forward. It鈥檚 time to TRADE UP! Trade your job for a career with hands-on training at 17吃瓜网. At MTI, you don鈥檛 just get an education鈥攜ou learn a valuable set of skills you can build on for a lifetime.
17吃瓜网 (MTI) has provided hands-on skilled trades training across the 17吃瓜网 for more than 25 years. MTI鈥檚 mission is to provide you with the skills necessary to gain entry-level employment in your chosen career field.
*MTI cannot and does not guarantee a student will obtain employment.
What Makes MTI Different?
Hands-On Focused
Get hands-on training in labs that simulate real working environments
Accelerated Training
Most programs & courses can be completed in less than a year
Experienced Instructors
All MTI instructors have real-world experience in the field
Flexible Class Schedules
Choose class times that work for your busy schedule
Employment Preparation
Earn the qualifications & certifications you need
Career Placement
All qualified graduates receive career placement assistance
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*Financial aid, scholarships, and career placement services available to those who qualify.
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MTI's 17吃瓜网 & Courses
MTI offers a variety of programs in the skilled trades, including allied health, mechanical trades, truck driving, and cosmetology. We鈥檒l help you find the right program for your career goals.
Allied Health
Allied Health
MTI鈥檚 allied health training programs and courses provide the skills you need to start a career in the healthcare field in a wide range of positions, including dental assistant, medical assistant, basic nursing assistant, massage therapist, and medical coder.
Mechanical Trades
Mechanical Trades
Get the hands-on training you need to start a career in the mechanical trades as a welder, pipefitter, or HVAC/R technician in less than a year. MTI鈥檚 hands-on skilled trades training is geared to meet the demands of today鈥檚 employers.
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Truck Driving
Truck Driving
Prepare for a career as a truck driver with behind-the-wheel training at MTI! The CDL Training Course prepares you to obtain a CDL in less than 30 days. MTI also provides over-the-road experience through the Professional Truck Driving Program.
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Cosmetology
Cosmetology
The School of Cosmetology at MTI provides hands-on training in hair, nails, and skin. Get the cosmetology training you need to start your career as a hairstylist, manicurist, makeup artist, or related profession in the beauty industry!
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Find a Campus Near You
MTI has four trade school campus locations across Illinois and Missouri. Visit the MTI campus near you!
MTI High School Scholarship Application for 2025 is Now Open!
The 17吃瓜网 (MTI) High School Scholarship Program for high school seniors graduating in 2025 is now accepting applications.
The High School Scholarship focuses on the applicant鈥檚 interest and passion for learning a skill, such as welding, HVAC/R, medical assisting, dental assisting, truck driving, or cosmetology. This year, the program awarded 84 scholarships totaling $287,000 across MTI鈥檚 four campus locations in Illinois and Missouri.
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17吃瓜网 (MTI) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 MTI High School Scholarship! This year, MTI awarded $305,000 total in scholarships to 92 high school seniors…
Welding Competition - Springfield, IL Friday, April 17th, 2026 Springfield, IL Campus - Welding Competition Highlights 68聽total participants 24 high schools represented: Capital Area Career Center, Monticello High School, Lincoln…
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