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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How Long is Cosmetology School?
Are you interested in becoming a cosmetologist? Are you wondering how long cosmetology school will take? Cosmetology, the professional trade of hair, nail, and skin beautification, is known for helping individuals look and feel their…
What Goes into the Cost of Getting a CDL License?
A commercial driver's license, also known as a CDL license, is the required documentation for working in the trucking industry. To drive Class A, B, or C vehicles, you'll need the appropriate credentials and a…
Why Is Cosmetology Considered a Trade?
Cosmetology is often thought of as a creative field that allows for artistic expression in the forms of perfectly curled hair or dramatic eyeliner wings. But why is cosmetology also considered a trade? A career…
How Much Training Does It Take to Become a Truck Driver?
If you're interested in starting a new career as a truck driver, Midwest Technical Institute offers the necessary training to obtain your commercial driver's license (CDL) after passing your state's licensing exam. The MTI CDL Training…
4 Reasons to Consider Truck Driving in 2018
If you're interested in traveling for work and viewing the United States from the driver's seat, truck driving might be a great career path for you. There are several reasons why you should consider truck…
What Are the Pros and Cons of Going to School for Cosmetology?
Cosmetology is a professional trade known for helping individuals look and feel their best through creative expression and beautification like nail art and makeup application. An education in cosmetology could provide an enriching career path,…