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MTI East Peoria, IL Programs

7 months

Evening Classes Available

The Welding Program at MTI provides hands-on training to give you the skills you need to start your career as a welder! You’ll not only learn how to weld, but also cutting techniques, welding metallurgy, basic blueprint readings, and more!

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)
Welding student

10 months

Evening Classes Available

The Welding & Pipefitting Program trains you in both welding and pipefitting skills, so that you’re prepared to work in a more diverse range of job environments and roles. You’ll gain a set of skills that are applicable to both welding and pipefitting work. 

In addition to learning several welding techniques, you’ll receive an additional 10-weeks of pipefitting-focused training, including:

  • Basic Pipefitting
  • Advanced Pipefitting
  • MTI Welding & Pipefitting Certifications

9 months

Evening Classes Available

Train to become an HVAC tech! MTI’s HVAC training school uses hands-on training to teach you how to repair, maintain, and install heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. You will also learn how to become HVAC certified. HVAC technician training at MTI will teach you the following:

  • Basic Electricity
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heat Pumps & Electric Heat
  • Gas Heat
  • Indoor Air Quality
  • Employment & Certification Readiness
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

Young student in medical setting

9 months

Evening Classes Available

The School of Medical Assisting at MTI offers a certified medical assistant program using hands-on training to teach you the clinical and administrative skills you need to work in a medical facility such as a doctor’s office, chiropractor’s office, podiatrist’s office, or clinic.

MTI’s medical assistant program will teach you the following:

  • EKGs, X-Ray Procedures & First Aid
  • Medical Coding 
  • Medical Insurance 
  • Clinical Office Management
  • Phlebotomy
  • And more!
Female student in PPE

9 months

The Dental Assisting Program at MTI uses hands-on training to teach you how to provide clinical and clerical support to dentists. For dental assistant certification, you will prepare to take two of the three DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification exams.

Dental assistant classes at MTI will train you in the following:

  • Restorative Dentistry & Dental Charting
  • Dental Radiology & Office Administration
  • Dental Specialties & Preventative Dentistry
  • And more!
Female student sitting at PC

9 months

Medical billing and coding classes at MTI will prepare you to play an important supporting role within the healthcare team by translating medical data from patient records.

Medical coder classes at MTI include the following:

  • Anatomy & Medical Terminology
  • Etiology & Pathology
  • Insurance Claims & Guidelines
  • Medical Coding Externship

9 months

Medical billing and coding hybrid classes at MTI offer a combination of on-campus and online training to prepare you to become a medical biller and coder. Medical coders typically work in doctors’ offices and hospitals, however many medical coders can also choose to work from home. 

Medical coding hybrid classes at MTI train you in the following skills:

  • Anatomy & Medical Terminology
  • Etiology & Pathology
  • Insurance Claims & Guidelines
  • And more!
BNA Students

7 weeks

Evening Classes Available

The Basic Nursing Assistant Course at MTI prepares you to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA) through hands-on training.

CNA classes at MTI include the following:

  • Patient Care & Assessment
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Reporting & Observation
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Students in Medical Assisting lab

5 weeks

Evening Classes Available

Phlebotomy training at MTI prepares you to work in a medical facility and perform laboratory tasks and procedures as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).

Phlebotomy classes at MTI include the following:

  • Quality Assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Venipuncture Procedures
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

9 months

Get hands-on training to become a licensed massage therapist at MTI! Massage therapy classes will prepare you to work in a variety of environments, giving you the skills and experience you need to pursue a career as a professional massage therapist.

Massage therapist training at MTI includes the following:

  • Chair and table massage techniques
  • Anatomy of movement and kinesiology
  • Upper, lower & full body massage
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

MTI Moline, IL Programs

7 months

Evening Classes Available

The Welding Program at MTI provides hands-on training to give you the skills you need to start your career as a welder! You’ll not only learn how to weld, but also cutting techniques, welding metallurgy, basic blueprint readings, and more!

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)
Welding student

10 months

Evening Classes Available

The Welding & Pipefitting Program trains you in both welding and pipefitting skills, so that you’re prepared to work in a more diverse range of job environments and roles. You’ll gain a set of skills that are applicable to both welding and pipefitting work. 

In addition to learning several welding techniques, you’ll receive an additional 10-weeks of pipefitting-focused training, including:

  • Basic Pipefitting
  • Advanced Pipefitting
  • MTI Welding & Pipefitting Certifications

9 months

Evening Classes Available

Train to become an HVAC tech! MTI’s HVAC training school uses hands-on training to teach you how to repair, maintain, and install heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. You will also learn how to become HVAC certified. HVAC technician training at MTI will teach you the following:

  • Basic Electricity
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heat Pumps & Electric Heat
  • Gas Heat
  • Indoor Air Quality
  • Employment & Certification Readiness
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

Young student in medical setting

9 months

Evening Classes Available

The School of Medical Assisting at MTI offers a certified medical assistant program using hands-on training to teach you the clinical and administrative skills you need to work in a medical facility such as a doctor’s office, chiropractor’s office, podiatrist’s office, or clinic.

MTI’s medical assistant program will teach you the following:

  • EKGs, X-Ray Procedures & First Aid
  • Medical Coding 
  • Medical Insurance 
  • Clinical Office Management
  • Phlebotomy
  • And more!
Female student in PPE

9 months

The Dental Assisting Program at MTI uses hands-on training to teach you how to provide clinical and clerical support to dentists. For dental assistant certification, you will prepare to take two of the three DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification exams.

Dental assistant classes at MTI will train you in the following:

  • Restorative Dentistry & Dental Charting
  • Dental Radiology & Office Administration
  • Dental Specialties & Preventative Dentistry
  • And more!
Female student sitting at PC

9 months

Medical billing and coding classes at MTI will prepare you to play an important supporting role within the healthcare team by translating medical data from patient records.

Medical coder classes at MTI include the following:

  • Anatomy & Medical Terminology
  • Etiology & Pathology
  • Insurance Claims & Guidelines
  • Medical Coding Externship
Students in Medical Assisting lab

5 weeks

Evening Classes Available

Phlebotomy training at MTI prepares you to work in a medical facility and perform laboratory tasks and procedures as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).

Phlebotomy classes at MTI include the following:

  • Quality Assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Venipuncture Procedures
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

Cosmetology students in lab

13 or 16 months

Evening Classes Available

The School of Cosmetology at MTI will prepare you for the cosmetology licensing exam through a combination of classroom and hands-on training in The Salon.

Cosmetology classes at MTI include the following:

  • Hair, Nails, & Skin Care
  • Hygiene & Sanitation
  • Salon Management
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

MTI Springfield, IL Programs

7 months

Evening Classes Available

The Welding Program at MTI provides hands-on training to give you the skills you need to start your career as a welder! You’ll not only learn how to weld, but also cutting techniques, welding metallurgy, basic blueprint readings, and more!

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)
Welding student

10 months

Evening Classes Available

The Welding & Pipefitting Program trains you in both welding and pipefitting skills, so that you’re prepared to work in a more diverse range of job environments and roles. You’ll gain a set of skills that are applicable to both welding and pipefitting work. 

In addition to learning several welding techniques, you’ll receive an additional 10-weeks of pipefitting-focused training, including:

  • Basic Pipefitting
  • Advanced Pipefitting
  • MTI Welding & Pipefitting Certifications

9 months

Evening Classes Available

Train to become an HVAC tech! MTI’s HVAC training school uses hands-on training to teach you how to repair, maintain, and install heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. You will also learn how to become HVAC certified. HVAC technician training at MTI will teach you the following:

  • Basic Electricity
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heat Pumps & Electric Heat
  • Gas Heat
  • Indoor Air Quality
  • Employment & Certification Readiness
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

Young student in medical setting

9 months

Evening Classes Available

The School of Medical Assisting at MTI offers a certified medical assistant program using hands-on training to teach you the clinical and administrative skills you need to work in a medical facility such as a doctor’s office, chiropractor’s office, podiatrist’s office, or clinic.

MTI’s medical assistant program will teach you the following:

  • EKGs, X-Ray Procedures & First Aid
  • Medical Coding 
  • Medical Insurance 
  • Clinical Office Management
  • Phlebotomy
  • And more!
Female student in PPE

9 months

The Dental Assisting Program at MTI uses hands-on training to teach you how to provide clinical and clerical support to dentists. For dental assistant certification, you will prepare to take two of the three DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification exams.

Dental assistant classes at MTI will train you in the following:

  • Restorative Dentistry & Dental Charting
  • Dental Radiology & Office Administration
  • Dental Specialties & Preventative Dentistry
  • And more!
Female student sitting at PC

9 months

Medical billing and coding classes at MTI will prepare you to play an important supporting role within the healthcare team by translating medical data from patient records.

Medical coder classes at MTI include the following:

  • Anatomy & Medical Terminology
  • Etiology & Pathology
  • Insurance Claims & Guidelines
  • Medical Coding Externship

9 months

Medical billing and coding hybrid classes at MTI offer a combination of on-campus and online training to prepare you to become a medical biller and coder. Medical coders typically work in doctors’ offices and hospitals, however many medical coders can also choose to work from home. 

Medical coding hybrid classes at MTI train you in the following skills:

  • Anatomy & Medical Terminology
  • Etiology & Pathology
  • Insurance Claims & Guidelines
  • And more!
BNA Students

7 weeks

Evening Classes Available

The Basic Nursing Assistant Course at MTI prepares you to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA) through hands-on training.

CNA classes at MTI include the following:

  • Patient Care & Assessment
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Reporting & Observation
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Students in Medical Assisting lab

5 weeks

Evening Classes Available

Phlebotomy training at MTI prepares you to work in a medical facility and perform laboratory tasks and procedures as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).

Phlebotomy classes at MTI include the following:

  • Quality Assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Venipuncture Procedures
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

16 or 24 days

Evening Classes Available

CDL training at MTI includes a combination of classroom and behind-the-wheel training, including on-the-range and over-the-road on rural highways, interstates, and urban areas.

CDL training classes at MTI will teach you the following:

  • Control systems
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Range maneuvers 
  • Rural highways, interstate & city driving
  • And more!
Truck driver standing in front of his truck

5 months

Evening Classes Available

MTI’s Professional Truck Driving Program prepares you to earn your Class A CDL. Through a combination of behind-the-wheel, over-the-road, and on-the-range training, you’ll learn the skills you need to start a career in the transportation industry. You’ll also earn additional endorsements for Hazardous Materials and Doubles/Triples and Tankers. 

Truck driver training at MTI also includes:

  • Advanced Operating Practices
  • Vehicle Systems & Reporting Malfunctions
  • Cargo Handling & Documentation
  • Trip planning & More!

Interested in MTI?

9 months

Get hands-on training to become a licensed massage therapist at MTI! Massage therapy classes will prepare you to work in a variety of environments, giving you the skills and experience you need to pursue a career as a professional massage therapist.

Massage therapist training at MTI includes the following:

  • Chair and table massage techniques
  • Anatomy of movement and kinesiology
  • Upper, lower & full body massage
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

MTI Springfield, MO Programs

7 months

Evening Classes Available

The Welding Program at MTI provides hands-on training to give you the skills you need to start your career as a welder! You’ll not only learn how to weld, but also cutting techniques, welding metallurgy, basic blueprint readings, and more!

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)
Welding student

10 months

Evening Classes Available

The Welding & Pipefitting Program trains you in both welding and pipefitting skills, so that you’re prepared to work in a more diverse range of job environments and roles. You’ll gain a set of skills that are applicable to both welding and pipefitting work. 

In addition to learning several welding techniques, you’ll receive an additional 10-weeks of pipefitting-focused training, including:

  • Basic Pipefitting
  • Advanced Pipefitting
  • MTI Welding & Pipefitting Certifications

9 months

Evening Classes Available

Train to become an HVAC tech! MTI’s HVAC training school uses hands-on training to teach you how to repair, maintain, and install heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. You will also learn how to become HVAC certified. HVAC technician training at MTI will teach you the following:

  • Basic Electricity
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heat Pumps & Electric Heat
  • Gas Heat
  • Indoor Air Quality
  • Employment & Certification Readiness
  • And more!

7 months

Get the training you need to become an electrician! MTI’s Industrial, Commercial & Residential (I/C/R) Electrician Program uses hands-on training to teach you how to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems.

Electrician training at MTI will teach you the following:

  • Electrical Theory
  • Grounding & Bonding
  • Meters, Lighting & Blueprints
  • Load Calculations
  • Motors & Electrical Controls
  • Field & Shop Safety
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

Young student in medical setting

9 months

Evening Classes Available

The School of Medical Assisting at MTI offers a certified medical assistant program using hands-on training to teach you the clinical and administrative skills you need to work in a medical facility such as a doctor’s office, chiropractor’s office, podiatrist’s office, or clinic.

MTI’s medical assistant program will teach you the following:

  • EKGs, X-Ray Procedures & First Aid
  • Medical Coding 
  • Medical Insurance 
  • Clinical Office Management
  • Phlebotomy
  • And more!
Female student in PPE

9 months

The Dental Assisting Program at MTI uses hands-on training to teach you how to provide clinical and clerical support to dentists. For dental assistant certification, you will prepare to take two of the three DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certification exams.

Dental assistant classes at MTI will train you in the following:

  • Restorative Dentistry & Dental Charting
  • Dental Radiology & Office Administration
  • Dental Specialties & Preventative Dentistry
  • And more!
Female student sitting at PC

9 months

Medical billing and coding classes at MTI will prepare you to play an important supporting role within the healthcare team by translating medical data from patient records.

Medical coder classes at MTI include the following:

  • Anatomy & Medical Terminology
  • Etiology & Pathology
  • Insurance Claims & Guidelines
  • Medical Coding Externship

9 months

Medical billing and coding hybrid classes at MTI offer a combination of on-campus and online training to prepare you to become a medical biller and coder. Medical coders typically work in doctors’ offices and hospitals, however many medical coders can also choose to work from home. 

Medical coding hybrid classes at MTI train you in the following skills:

  • Anatomy & Medical Terminology
  • Etiology & Pathology
  • Insurance Claims & Guidelines
  • And more!
Students in Medical Assisting lab

5 weeks

Evening Classes Available

Phlebotomy training at MTI prepares you to work in a medical facility and perform laboratory tasks and procedures as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT).

Phlebotomy classes at MTI include the following:

  • Quality Assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Venipuncture Procedures
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

16 or 24 days

Evening Classes Available

CDL training at MTI includes a combination of classroom and behind-the-wheel training, including on-the-range and over-the-road on rural highways, interstates, and urban areas.

CDL training classes at MTI will teach you the following:

  • Control systems
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Range maneuvers 
  • Rural highways, interstate & city driving
  • And more!
Truck driver standing in front of his truck

5 months

Evening Classes Available

MTI’s Professional Truck Driving Program prepares you to earn your Class A CDL. Through a combination of behind-the-wheel, over-the-road, and on-the-range training, you’ll learn the skills you need to start a career in the transportation industry. You’ll also earn additional endorsements for Hazardous Materials and Doubles/Triples and Tankers. 

Truck driver training at MTI also includes:

  • Advanced Operating Practices
  • Vehicle Systems & Reporting Malfunctions
  • Cargo Handling & Documentation
  • Trip planning & More!

Interested in MTI?

Cosmetology students in lab

13 or 16 months

Evening Classes Available

The School of Cosmetology at MTI will prepare you for the cosmetology licensing exam through a combination of classroom and hands-on training in The Salon.

Cosmetology classes at MTI include the following:

  • Hair, Nails, & Skin Care
  • Hygiene & Sanitation
  • Salon Management
  • And more!

Interested in MTI?

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“Thanks to MTI, I currently work at OSF St. Francis Hospital in the oncology unit taking care of people. These patients impact your life way more than you ever thought a stranger could. Without MTI, I wouldn't have met all these amazing people.”

Kati Eddlemon Basic Nursing Assistant Graduate

Kati

Nursing Assistant Graduate

“MTI helped me tremendously. If I would’ve gone to a traditional college it would’ve taken me 2 plus years to graduate. At MTI, I was able to get done in 9 months and got right out and got a job.”

Tricia Dixon Medical Assisting Graduate

Tricia

Dental Assisting Graduate

“Before I graduated MTI, I was making $14 an hour as a diesel mechanic. I had a daughter and my son was about to be born. After graduating, I found a job for $20 an hour, which helped a lot. Shortly after, I found a job for $30 an hour TIG welding aluminum. I wouldn’t be able to provide for my family if I never went to school.”

Terry Helton Welding Graduate

Terry

Welding Graduate

“MTI 100% changed my life. Easily one of the most rewarding risks I've taken. Not only did it 'pay' off, but I truly love the career field. MTI was the best decision I've ever made.”

Dylan Bargman HVAC/R Graduate

Dylan

HVAC/R Technician Graduate

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MTI offers resources every step of the way.

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We’ll help you prepare to start your career after graduation.

Job Placement Services*

Available to all qualified graduates.

Community Events to Help Give Back

Get involved & help support your community.

Campus Events to Make New Connections

Meet new friends, make connections & enjoy your time on campus.

Accelerated Training Programs

Most MTI programs can be completed in less than a year.

Instructors with Industry Experience

All MTI instructors have in-the-field experience.

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MTI's goal is for all graduates to obtain employment through the Job Placement Assistance Program.

MTI Programs With 90% or Higher Job Placement Rates in 2024:

100%

Job Placement

Dental Assisting

East Peoria, IL Campus

100%

Job Placement

Welding & Pipefitting

East Peoria, IL Campus

100%

Job Placement

Cosmetology (13 month)

Moline, IL Campus

100%

Job Placement

Welding & Pipefitting

Moline, IL Campus

100%

Job Placement

Medical Assisting

Springfield, MO Campus

97%

Job Placement

Dental Assisting

Springfield, MO Campus

96%

Job Placement

Basic Nursing Assistant

East Peoria, IL Campus

96%

Job Placement

Dental Assisting

Moline, IL Campus

90%

Job Placement

Medical Coding

Springfield, MO Campus

*MTI’s annual report to ACCSC – 2024

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