Skilled Trades

Mechanical Trades Career Training

Midwest Technical Institute offers mechanical trades training in career fields where job growth is expected, including welding and HVAC/R programs. At MTI, you could become a welder in 7 months, a pipe fitter in 10 months, or an HVAC/R  technician in 9 months.*Not all programs and courses are available at all campuses.

What are skilled trades?

Skilled trades jobs require specific training, such as a welder, allied health professional or cosmetologist. Some skilled trades jobs also require a license or certification. MTI offers skilled trades training across allied health, mechanical trades, cosmetology and truck driving.

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What are mechanical trades?

Mechanical trades are skilled trades that are specifically related to the design, use and/or understanding of tools and/or machinery. For example, a pipe fitter and an HVAC technician are considered mechanical trades jobs.Many mechanical trades careers involve manual labor, and many tradesmen are self-employed. Mechanical trades schools like MTI offer hands-on training, and also help prepare students to obtain licenses or certification.

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Are mechanical trades jobs in demand?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics the job outlook for:

  • Welders will increase by 3% from 2019 to 2029.
  • Pipefitters will increase by 4% from 2019 to 2029.
  • HVAC/R technicians will increase by 4% from 2019 to 2029.