Vocational Training Institute

College Grads Losing Their Edge?

A January article in the Washington Post highlighted an interesting shift in the labor market. For the first time in 50 years, workers with a bachelor’s degree or higher didn’t have an edge in employment. In the last half of 2025, the unemployment gap flipped, and trade workers with occupational associate degrees had better employment prospects. The last time this was true was back in the 1990s.

Interested in jumping into these trade careers and learning more about our Welding and HVAC Technician training programs? Vocational Training Institute in Phoenix, AZ, offers hands-on career education to help you get started:
https://myvocationaltrainingaz.com/

What Programs Can You Enroll in at VTI?

Looking to start a welding career or expand on your current welding skills? We offer an intensive, hands-on, 20-hour MIG Welding workshop designed to equip participants with the skills to perform high-quality welds in the essential 1G (flat), 2G (horizontal), and 3G (vertical) positions. The workshop is for both beginners and current tradespeople looking to refine their techniques, covering proper torch handling, setting up equipment, safety protocols, and practical tips for achieving clean, strong welds.

If you’re ready to get started on the path toward a career as a welder, VTI in Phoenix, AZ, has the training you need to get started. Check out our website for more!
https://myvocationaltrainingaz.com/

Celebrating Career and Technical Education Month®

February marks Career and Technical Education Month,® a public awareness campaign hosted by the Association for Career & Technical Education® and sponsored by the National Association of Home Builders. The goal is to celebrate career and technical education, the accomplishments of CTE programs, and the importance of CTE for students of all ages. At VTI, we’re proud to be a part of the career education field, serving students looking for practical training in growing industries.

Interested in learning more about our Welding and HVAC Technician training programs? Vocational Training Institute in Phoenix, AZ, offers hands-on career education to help you get started:
https://myvocationaltrainingaz.com/

Ready for a Campus Visit?

Did you know that you could come visit Vocational Training Institute and see our campus in person? Our on-site campus encompasses 14,000 square feet of classroom space, which combine live lectures with instruction on actual real-life systems. There’s also a 4,160-foot modern workshop lab with system modules, which allow our students to practice diagnostics and troubleshooting procedures to accurately service, maintenance, and repair real industry equipment.

Contact us today to set up your own campus tour and see what VTI has to offer: