Training for Careers in Skilled Trades, Manufacturing, Technology, and More
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Why Choose Erie Institute of Technology
Career-Focused Programs
Our trade school programs focus on skills connected to the field you want to enter. EIT offers short-term training programs designed to help students build practical workplace skills.
Accredited Career Training
EIT is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
Hands-On Lab Training
Learning a trade takes practice. EIT combines classroom instruction with hands-on training so students can work with tools, equipment, and techniques related to their chosen fields.
Career Services After Training
EIT provides job placement assistance to help graduates prepare resumes, practice interviewing, and connect with employment opportunities.
Your Future is Bright. EIT Helps You Prepare For it.
Explore Training Programs at EIT
Manufacturing
CNC / Machinist Technician | Industrial Maintenance & Mechatronics
Position yourself for exciting roles in modern manufacturing when you learn to work with advanced CNC machinery and industrial maintenance equipment.
Medical
Launch a career in the rapidly growing healthcare sector with focused phlebotomy training. EIT’s medical program offers a stable pathway into this essential and expanding field.
Electronics
Electronics Technician | Medical Equipment Technician
Develop expertise in troubleshooting everything from computer systems to sophisticated medical equipment. Electronics program graduates pursue diverse opportunities as installers, quality control technicians, engineering assistants, and support specialists.
Business
Train with skilled instructors, gain real-world externship experience, and develop evergreen skills as an administrative professional.
Skilled Trades
Electrician | HVAC/R Technology | Welding Technology
Become proficient in repairing and improving HVAC, welding, and electrical infrastructure with EIT’s hands-on skilled trade training programs.
Computer & IT
EIT’s computer & design programs equip students with practical IT and web design training to succeed in modern workplace environments.
Still Deciding on the Right Program?
Try a Trade for Free at Erie Institute of Technology
Attend EIT for a day of your choosing and experience our facilities and curriculum firsthand. Tour the facilities, meet the instructors, and complete a beginner-friendly project in your chosen program.
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The Erie Institute of Technology Difference
The Erie Institute of Technology has been preparing students for careers in skilled trades, manufacturing, technology, and healthcare since 1958. Our trade school in Erie, PA offers focused classroom instruction and hands-on training, so graduates confidently enter the workforce in their chosen field.
What Sets EIT Apart
- Local training: Learn close to home, in person, in Erie.
- Hands-on experience: Practice on the tools and equipment your future employers use.
- Career support: Get help preparing for your next job search with EIT’s career services team.
- Financial aid resources: Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Use our net price calculator to better understand potential education costs.
Learn more about Erie Institute of Technology and its approach to career-focused education.
See If EIT Is Right for You
Explore whether trade school is worth it, visit the Erie campus, or Try a Trade. Once you’ve found the program that fits your goals, apply online and take the next step toward career-focused training.
EIT Career Training FAQs
How long do EIT training programs take?
Program length varies by field, with many completed in a year or less. EIT offers career-focused programs designed to provide concentrated training without the traditional four-year path.
Is Erie Institute of Technology accredited?
Yes. Erie Institute of Technology is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). EIT’s Consumer Information resources provide additional accreditation and institutional information.
Does EIT help graduates find jobs?
Yes. EIT offers job placement assistance, including resume building and interview preparation, to help graduates prepare for career opportunities in their chosen fields.
