- MTI is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC).
- MTI is approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in federally funded financial aid programs.
- MTI is a member of the Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA).
- MTI is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education: 1 N. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333, Springfield, IL 62701. For more info: www.ibhe.org
- MTI is approved to operate by the Missouri Department of Higher Education.
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Midwest Technical Institute
4 Campuses
6 Programs
Want to learn a skilled trade? Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) could be the right choice for you! This nationally accredited trade school provides an alternative to the traditional two-year and four-year college route. With four campus locations across Illinois and Missouri, MTI offers hands-on training programs in several skilled trades industries, including mechanical trades, allied health, cosmetology, and truck driving.
Choosing a trade school education at MTI is more than a decision to learn a new set of skills—it’s a first step toward starting a long-term career path in the skilled trades industry. MTI’s mission is to offer workforce training that will provide you with the skills necessary to gain entry-level employment in your chosen career field. Join the more than 30,000 MTI graduates who chose to change their life by learning a skilled trade!
- Most MTI programs and courses can be completed in less than a year
- All MTI instructors have real-world experience in their respective career fields
- Flexible class schedules are available to help accommodate your busy schedule
- No Gen Ed classes required
- MTI’s hands-on training is focused on teaching the skills required for entry-level employment
- MTI offers one-on-one assistance to students from enrollment through graduation
- Student services include resources to assist with locating childcare, transportation, housing, and part-time jobs
- Career placement services are available to all qualified graduates
- MTI offers students opportunities to network and give back both on-and-off campus
- Financial aid is available to students who qualify
Available Programs
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Welding
Building Systems, Construction, and ManufacturingAre you looking for a career that can offer exciting options for travel, hands-on construction, and diverse work environments? Midwest Technical Institute's (MTI) School of Welding provides hands-on welding training for aspiring welders like you. MTI’s Welding Program will teach you the essential skills to start a career in this dynamic skilled trade industry. If you're ready to build structures with your hands and embrace a variety of work settings, MTI is your starting point to a fulfilling career in welding.
MTI’s Welding Program trains you in the following welding processes:
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Gas Welding (GTAW/TIG)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG)
- Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
The welding instructors at MTI bring real-world experience to the weld shop, using hands-on instruction and one-on-one interaction to provide you skills in:
- Pipe Welding
- Manufacturing
- Cranes/Rigging
- Pipefitting
- Field & Shop Safety
- Properties & Cutting Techniques of Metal
- Welding Metallurgy / Vocabulary
- Basic Blueprint Readings
- MTI Welding Certification Tests
- And more!
At MTI, you can complete your welding training in just 7 months! Daytime and evening classes available.*
Available at these locations
East Peoria, IL
280 High Point Ln
East Peoria, IL 61611Moline, IL
3620 Avenue of the Cities
Moline, IL 61265Springfield, IL
2731 Farmers Market Road
Springfield, IL 62707Springfield, MO
3600 South Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65804 -
HVAC/R Technician
Building Systems, Construction, and ManufacturingReady to start a new career where you can help keep homes and businesses warm in the winter and cool in the summer? Consider HVAC/R technician training – it might be the perfect fit for you! HVAC/R technicians take on the crucial task of repairing, maintaining, and installing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. Acquire the skills you need to start a career in the HVAC industry.
The HVAC/R Technician Program at MTI provides hands-on training to help you gain the knowledge and the skills necessary to perform the duties of an entry-level HVAC tech in the field, including:
- Basic Electricity
- Air Conditioning
- Heat Pumps & Electric Heat
- Gas Heat
- Indoor Air Quality
- Employment & Certification Readiness
- And more!
At MTI, you can complete your HVAC/R training in just 9 months! Daytime and evening classes available.*
Available at these locations
East Peoria, IL
280 High Point Ln
East Peoria, IL 61611Moline, IL
3620 Avenue of the Cities
Moline, IL 61265Springfield, IL
2731 Farmers Market Road
Springfield, IL 62707Springfield, MO
3600 South Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65804 -
Welding & Pipefitting
Building Systems, Construction, and ManufacturingIn the dynamic world of welding, welders collaborate with pipefitters, but each profession demands a unique skill set. The Welding & Pipefitting Program at MTI’s School of Welding prepares you for the diverse array of job environments, duties, and roles in these fields. This program equips you with fundamental skills crucial to both welding and pipefitting work, opening doors to a wide range of opportunities. At MTI, the Welding & Pipefitting Program can be completed in less than a year, helping you launch a new career in a shorter timeframe compared to the traditional 2-year or 4-year college route.
MTI’s Welding & Pipefitting Program trains you in the following welding processes:
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Gas Welding (GTAW/TIG)
- Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG)
- Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
You’ll also get an additional 10 weeks of pipefitting-focused training to teach you both basic and advanced pipefitting processes. In addition to learning various welding and pipefitting techniques, you’ll earn MTI welding certifications that help employers validate your skills and potentially increase your employability.
At MTI, you can complete your welding and pipefitting training in just 10 months! Daytime and evening classes available.*
Available at these locations
East Peoria, IL
280 High Point Ln
East Peoria, IL 61611Moline, IL
3620 Avenue of the Cities
Moline, IL 61265Springfield, IL
2731 Farmers Market Road
Springfield, IL 62707Springfield, MO
3600 South Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65804 -
Medical Assisting
Medicine and Health CareMedical assistants are pivotal in helping to oversee day-to-day patient care. With advancements in procedures, treatments, and medications, the demand for this profession is on the rise. The School of Medical Assisting at Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) equips you with the essential skills to start a career in the healthcare field where your contributions can make a real difference in the lives of others.
All of MTI’s medical assisting instructors bring real-world experience to your classroom and hands-on lab training. The Medical Assisting Program includes both clinical & administrative duties, including:
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Medical Coding
- Medical Insurance
- Clinical Office Management
- Phlebotomy
- Externship where you will gain real working experience in a medical facility
- And more!
You will also be scheduled to sit for a medical assistant certification exam, such as the American Association of Medical Assistants’ (AAMA) National Medical Assistant (CMA) Certification Exam.
At MTI, you can complete your medical assistant training in just 9 months! Daytime and evening classes available.*
Available at these locations
East Peoria, IL
280 High Point Ln
East Peoria, IL 61611Moline, IL
3620 Avenue of the Cities
Moline, IL 61265Springfield, IL
2731 Farmers Market Road
Springfield, IL 62707Springfield, MO
3600 South Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65804 -
Professional Truck Driving
Truck Driving, Transportation, and MechanicsAre you looking for a career that can offer competitive pay, independence, and the freedom to explore the country? A career in truck driving might be a perfect fit! MTI’s Professional Truck Driving Program is designed to prepare you for a career on the open road, providing hands-on, behind-the-wheel driving experience essential for you to start a successful career journey in the trucking industry. Take the wheel and navigate your way to a fulfilling career with MTI's Professional Truck Driving Program!
The Professional Truck Driving Program includes hands-on training in the following:
- Basic Operations, Safe Operating Procedures & Advanced Operating Practices
- Vehicle Systems & Reporting Malfunctions
- Non-Driving Activities
- Hazardous Material
- Vehicle Inspection (Pre-Trip/Enroute/Post-Trip)
- And more!
At MTI, you can complete your truck driver training in just 20 weeks! Daytime & evening classes available.*
Satellite Location (Missouri CDL range)
1551 S. Empire Avenue, Springfield, MO 65802
Satellite Location (Illinois CDL Range)
4600 Rodger Street Springfield, IL 62703Available at these locations
Springfield, IL
2731 Farmers Market Road
Springfield, IL 62707Springfield, MO
3600 South Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65804 -
CDL Training
Truck Driving, Transportation, and MechanicsReady to earn your CDL license in Illinois or Missouri? Get into the driver's seat with MTI's hands-on CDL training classes You’ll learn the skills needed to start a career path in the truck driving industry. Enjoy the freedom and flexibility that comes with earning your Illinois CDL or Missouri CDL at Midwest Technical Institute (MTI).
The CDL Training Course prepares you for an entry-level truck driver career through a combination of classroom and hands-on instruction. You’ll learn your state’s CDL manuals and get behind-the-wheel training on the range and on the open road. All of MTI’s instructors are experienced trucking professionals who will teach you how to correctly and safely perform the skills required to earn your Illinois CDL or Missouri CDL, including:
- Control systems
- Vehicle inspection
- Range maneuvers
- Rural highways, interstate & city driving
- And more!
At MTI, you can complete your CDL training in less than 30 days! Daytime and evening classes available.*
Satellite Location (Missouri CDL range)
1551 S. Empire Avenue, Springfield, MO 65802
Satellite Location (Illinois CDL Range)
4600 Rodger Street Springfield, IL 62703Available at these locations
Springfield, IL
2731 Farmers Market Road
Springfield, IL 62707Springfield, MO
3600 South Glenstone Avenue
Springfield, MO 65804
Accreditation
Disclosure
Midwest Technical Institute offers financial aid to those who qualify. Financial Aid Representatives are available at each MTI campus location to provide personalized support to students applying for federal financial aid and help with understanding all your funding options, including scholarship opportunities if you qualify. Not all programs and campuses offer evening classes. Contact your local MTI campus for more information about financial aid, class schedules, and more.