Live, Breathe &

Smile Competition

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Daytime & Evening Classes Available!

Contact MTI for more information on class schedules.

Are You Ready To Put Your Presentation Skills To The Test?

The Live, Breathe, and Smile Competition is an invitation-only competition where seniors complete a judged project for the opportunity to earn a scholarship to the MTI allied health program of their choosing, such as: medical assisting, dental assisting, or medical coding.

The top scholarship awards go to the first three spots, but all participants in the competition will receive a $500 MTI scholarship!

MTI's Allied Health Programs

  • Young student in medical setting

    Medical Assisting

  • Female student in PPE

    Dental Assisting

  • Female student sitting at PC

    Medical Coding Specialist

  • Medical Coding Specialist Hybrid

  • Massage Therapy

Not all programs are available at all campuses.

What Can I Expect At The Live, Breathe & Smile Competition?

  • Creating a visual aid on the unhealthy effects that smoking has on your physical and/or oral health.
  • A fun, family-oriented event where the whole crew is invited to come and see the completed projects.
  • Raffles for prizes from local vendors and giveaways.
  • Food and beverages will be provided.
  • An awards ceremony that concludes the competition and announces the winners.
  • And more!

When And Where Is The Live, Breathe & Smile Competition?

  • Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 at all MTI campus locations

MTI Campus Locations

Springfield, IL

2731 Farmers Market Road, Springfield, IL 62707

East Peoria, IL

280 High Point Lane East Peoria, IL 61611

Moline, IL

3620 Avenue of the Cities, Moline, IL 61265

Springfield, MO

3600 S. Glenstone Outer Road, Springfield, MO 65804
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Note: Midwest Technical Institute, Inc. (MTI), together with its Delta Technical College (DTC) division are offering the Live, Breathe & Smile Scholarship Program to promote ongoing commitment to skilled trade education. All scholarships awarded through the Live, Breathe & Smile Competition must be used at one of our MTI or DTC campus locations. Scholarships cannot be exchanged for cash. See official terms and conditions for details.

How Can MTI Change Your Life?

“When I chose MTI, I was looking for something that would benefit me as a learner. I get lecture, but I want to be able to do it hands-on. Here in the lab, I got to be hands-on and learn everything.”

Alyssa

Dental Assisting Graduate

“I was a 2020 high school graduate with no clue on what I wanted to do. I tried a big university, I tried a community college, and then I heard about MTI and thought I’d give it a shot. I loved it so much. The campus staff is incredible, and I had the best instructor ever.”

Audrey Dental Assisting Graduate

Audrey

Dental Assisting Graduate

“I absolutely loved MTI and recommend it to everyone! My teachers were fantastic and I can honestly say I looked forward to class everyday! MTI helped give me the knowledge and confidence to start my career in the dental field. After 12 years, I've worked my way up to an office manager and couldn't be happier! MTI helped me get here.”

Whitney

Dental Assisting Graduate

“My time at MTI led me to my current job. At my first [externship] site, they hired me on and I have not left since. I have been employed here for over two years. Without MTI, I would not of caught on here as fast as I did.”

Hailee

Dental Assisting Graduate

“I have a daughter and she was only 6 months when I started school. They helped me out with anything I needed regarding school and even with my daughter.”

Ronnisha

Dental Assisting Graduate

“I worked at hospitals in dead end jobs that wouldn’t take me anywhere. I took that leap and decided to enroll at MTI and I am absolutely 100% glad I did. I love my job! I don’t see myself doing anything else. I met wonderful people along the way, classmates, instructors, and now friends that helped me through my journey!”

Sarah

Dental Assisting Graduate

“MTI gave me hope back for my future. It allowed me to focus strictly on my career of choice. The amazing staff and my instructors provided me with all the support and information I needed to move forward after school. Forever thankful. ”

Caytlin

Dental Assisting Graduate

“In the Dental Assisting Program, you have two months of externship where you get to go work in an office and see what it’s like being a dental assistant. Externship definitely helped me fall in love with what I do now! Go out of your comfort zone and try something new!”

Aarianna

Dental Assisting Graduate

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