Nearly $270,000 in trade school scholarships were awarded to 80 high school seniors across Illinois and Missouri. JUNE 9, 2025: Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 MTI High…
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What Should I Know Before Trying to Get My CDL License?
Are you interested in starting a career as a truck driver? Do you have questions about getting your CDL license, like how old you have to be to get your CDL license? A commercial driver's…
How Can I Get My CDL in Missouri?
In order to drive large or heavy vehicles such as a semi-trailer, tanker truck, or bus, drivers in Missouri are required to hold a Commercial Drivers License, also known as a CDL. Driving a large…
Tips for Career Change: Why Consider a Skilled Trade?
Are you looking for career change advice? Learning how to change your career path can be overwhelming, but it’s more common to switch paths than you might think. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor…
How Much Does Welding School Cost?
Becoming a welder generally requires completing technical skills training and gaining hands-on experience to land an entry-level job. That’s because welding is a skilled trade that demands focus, skill, and safety. The decision to enroll…
Trade School vs College: A Guide to Weighing Cost, Timelines and More
The U.S. is facing an unprecedented shortage of workers in the skilled trades. As demand for these roles increases, it’s time to take a deep dive on the reasons to consider a trade school vs…
How Much Does HVAC School Cost?
Are you considering enrolling in an HVAC school in Illinois to receive your training? The HVAC/R (or heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration) profession is projected to add about 42,500 openings for mechanics and installers each…