Admissions

Your future starts today.

There’s no better way to build a brighter future for yourself and your family than by learning a valuable trade. Whether you’re just getting out of school, looking for a career change or just want to improve your career options, ETI is the perfect place for you.

Since 1973, we’ve been helping people just like you start great new careers in welding and HVAC/R. Here’s the ETI difference:

• Friendly and helpful staff. Our staff has helped thousands of students navigate the admissions and financial aid processes. We take the worry out of getting started, and work with you every step of the way.
• Hands-on training. Our students spend 65% or more of their time learning the techniques and skill sets in a lab setting that will serve them well in their
future career.
• Flexible class schedules and short-term programs. We offer day and evening classes, and you can complete your program in as little as 7 months.
• Industry experienced instructors. Our faculty understand the skills and knowledge you’ll need to success in the real world and they bring that to the classroom and labs every day.
• Partnerships with industry experts. We work closely with industry professionals who give input on curriculum to ensure our students to 
graduate with the skills needed today.
• Graduate Employment Assistance. Our Career Services department has networked with thousands of Chicagoland, regional and national level employers to create a job order system that our graduates access to gain employment opportunities. Simply put, their job is to assist you in enhancing your career search skill set.
• Financial Aid and Scholarship. We are committed to helping every student find the best way to finance their dreams.
• Returnships. You can return to ETI any time to brush up on your skills, learn the latest skills or just practice a technique under the guidance of one of our expert instructors at no cost to you.