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Donations were distributed to campuses in California, Texas, and Pennsylvania, and included products like the Phoenix Max diagnostic scanner and Tornado120000.

Concorde Career Colleges and Imagen Dental Partners today announced the three recipients of Imagen Dental Partners’ $3,325 scholarships to students at Concorde’s Garden Grove, San Bernardino, and San Diego campuses.

A skilled worker shortage and the federal government’s push to increase manufacturing in the U.S. are turning two for-profit vocational school operators — Lincoln Educational Services and Universal Technical Institute — into two of the hottest small cap stocks on Wall Street.

Universal Technical Institute – the transportation, skilled trades, electrical, and energy division of Universal Technical Institute Inc. – said July 30 that Robert Paganini was named campus president of UTI-Bloomfield.

According to a press release from the Cobb Chamber, Universal Technical Institute (UTI), which provides workforce education for the skilled trades, energy, electrical, and transportation industries, is planning to open a new campus in Smyrna in 2026, pending regulatory approval.

Universal Technical Institute, the transportation, skilled trades, electrical, and energy division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc., today announced that Robert (“Rob”) Paganini has been named Campus President of UTI-Bloomfield.

National trade school Universal Technical Institute announced plans to construct a new campus in Smyrna, slated to open in 2026.

Universal Technical Institute: “I think that technical schools are the way of the future.”

Christian Dullard, Universal Technical Institute-Austin

By: Dr. Claude Tolande, UTI-Houston

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is launching four additional electrical training programs as part of its ongoing commitment to expanding its educational offerings. This initiative aligns with the company’s corporate strategy aimed at enhancing educational access and career opportunities for students in high-demand fields.

Several UTI campuses will begin offering Electrical, Electronics & Industrial Technology (EEIT); Electrical & Industrial Maintenance Technology (EIMT); Electrical, Robotics, and Automation Technology (ERAT); and Electrical & Wind Turbine Technology (EWTT), pending all regulatory approvals.

Bruce Schuman discusses how UTI is expanding programs and campuses to meet the rising demand for career-focused, skill-based education as skepticism toward the traditional college model grows.

At Universal Technical Institute, the past five years have been a period of rapid growth and transformation. What was once a group of trade schools known for automotive and diesel programs is today a multi-division company recognized for our strong student outcomes, industry partnerships and programs that range from transportation and energy to dental hygiene and allied health.

The 49-year-old Mississippi native has known countless combat veterans through military recruiting for Universal Technical Institute and military service, and nothing calms them more than being on the water, he said.

Dereck Granados, HVAC instructor at Universal Technical Institute, explains, ‘Setting your thermostat to extremely low temperatures won’t cool your home any faster but will force your AC to work harder. Aim to set your thermostat around in the mid-70s and use ceiling or portable fans to help create a breeze and move the cooler air around without overloading the HVAC system.’

Concorde Career Colleges and Marquis Companies are extending their successful partnership to address Oregon's nursing shortage through the 'Peak Pathways Career Development' program. Eligible Marquis employees can receive a $12,000 forgivable student loan to attend Concorde's Portland campus nursing program, with $4,000 forgiven for each year of service post-graduation.

Universal Technical Institute (UTI, Financial)'s healthcare division, Concorde Career Colleges, has announced the continuation of its collaboration with Marquis Companies.

“In 2025, interest in skilled trades will continue to accelerate among young Gen Z, who increasingly view these careers as a more practical and rewarding alternative to traditional career paths,” said Tracy Lorenz, president of the for-profit Universal Technical Institute. “For a growing number, the skilled trades may offer a faster path to a career that aligns with their interests and goals.”

“In 2025, interest in skilled trades will continue to accelerate among young Gen Z, who increasingly view these careers as a more practical and rewarding alternative to traditional career paths,” said Tracy Lorenz, president of the for-profit Universal Technical Institute. “For a growing number, the skilled trades may offer a faster path to a career that aligns with their interests and goals.”

As part of our broader commitment to the industry’s future, PGI is also partnering with NAPA to sponsor classrooms at the Universal Technical Institute (UTI).

Ahmed is enjoying the success that has come from completing a technical education program at the Universal Technical Institute, formerly known as NASCAR Technical Institute, in North Carolina.

Universal Technical Institute and NAPA Auto Parts announced their eighth annual Summer Ignite program Monday, offering three-week automotive and motorcycle repair training sessions to high school juniors across 14 campuses nationwide.

Talamante plans to attend UTI in Sacramento to complete a 72-week program in diesel, auto and electric vehicle mechanics.

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Williams graduated last week and will attend Universal Technical Institute in Mooresville, N.C. to participate in the trade school's NASCAR Mechanical Technician Training Program.

Jerome Grant, CEO of Universal Technical Institute Inc., one of the largest private chains of trade schools, said he has had meetings with Education Department officials about increasing support for vocational education, but not at the expense of other colleges. His concern is less about money, he said, than about helping teens and young adults see the benefits of trade school.

Universal Technical Institute CEO Jerome Grant joins ‘Mad Money’ host Jim Cramer to talk the education sector, student enrollment, and more.

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She graduated from Universal Technical Institute in March. The tech school in Avondale taught her the skills she needed to pursue a career as a power generation technician with Cummins.

Students will be able to apply to UTI–San Antonio in the fall of 2025.

Rayne Woods – Universal Technical Institute, Automotive

During the lightning round, a caller inquired about Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE:UTI) and shared their thoughts about the stock going “way higher.”

Many aspiring technicians enroll in formal education programs, such as those offered by the Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI), which provides specialized Harley-Davidson training.

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LaWanda Cherry, Houston, Texas (Universal Technical Institute)

Buscher received a scholarship while attending Universal Technical Institute in 2024, and today works as a diesel technician and welder/fabricator for an independent shop in Pearland, Texas.

After graduating from Universal Technical Institute, Garrett Zell worked for Cummins before branching out to start his own marine diesel service and repair company, Port Diesel, in Wilmington, North Carolina.

One such recipient is Michael Buscher, who received a scholarship while attending Universal Technical Institute in 2024 and today works as a diesel technician and welder/fabricator for an independent shop in Pearland, Texas.

One such case was for Michael Buscher, a past scholarship recipient who said the money was “instrumental” in supporting his education and career. Buscher received his scholarship in 2024 while he was studying at the Universal Technical Institute.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 2 commemorated the completion of a new NAPA Gold Filters branded classroom at the Universal Technical Institute campus in Bloomfield, NJ.

Taylor trained at Universal Technical Institute in Arizona, then was tapped for a six-month BMW training school.

After high school, Kaiden would like attend Universal Technical Institute to study diesel technology. As a career, he plans to start his own diesel performance shop.

Colleges and universities: Bakersfield College, Cerro Coso Community College, CSU Bakersfield, National Test Pilot School, and Universal Technical Institute

As members of Gen Z continue to graduate high school and enter adulthood, many elect to forgo traditional college degrees.

Morgan Bradbury, 21, first tried welding in high school. She loved it. “I just immediately was mesmerized by the fact that I could have the ability to build things with my own hands,” she says. After graduating high school, Bradbury took a nine-month welding certification course at Universal Technical Institute for about $21,000.

One such recipient is Michael Buscher, who received a scholarship while attending Universal Technical Institute in 2024, and today works as a diesel technician and welder/fabricator for an independent shop in Pearland, Texas.

“A four-year college isn’t for everyone, and there are a skilled trade where there are just training for in-demand careers, where there is a talent gap and we’re giving the technical skills to fill that gap. So it’s also going to help with workforce development,” said Julie Mueller, the president of the Universal Technical Institute Austin campus.

UTI-San Antonio is expected to open in the spring of 2026.

Universal Technical Institute, a private post-secondary institution in Arizona, had the most graduates in 2023, with eight of its programs ranking in the top 10 nationally, per the report.

arckham co-hosted the Career & Trade Union Expo in partnership with the Peekskill City School District and the City of Peekskill. More than 40 vendors, which included 10 different local trade unions, healthcare organizations, New York State agencies and more—MTA / Metro North, Con Edison, Peekskill Parks and Recreation, Westchester Community College, Opengate, Inc., Universal Technical Institute, New Era Creative Space, CP Unlimited and Empire Training Center for the Arts, for example.

Heartland Dental and Concorde Career Colleges have broken ground on their first co-branded dental training campus in Fort Myers, Fla.

The PGI and NAPA alliance helps ensure UTI students have the right equipment, products, and learning environment needed for successful careers.

The new classroom is part of PGI’s sponsorship initiative to bring 13 NAPA Gold Filters branded classrooms to UTI campuses across the country.

Automotive manufacturer and supplier Premium Guard Inc. (PGI), in collaboration with NAPA, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week to commemorate the completion of a new NAPA Gold Filters-branded classroom at the Universal Technical Institute (UTI) campus in Bloomfield, N.J.

Universal Technical Institute, Inc., a leading workforce education provider for transportation, skilled technicians, energy and healthcare, today announced Bruce Schuman as Chief Financial Officer.

Hitchcock, previously EVP and Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, will oversee the company's UTI and Concorde divisions while continuing to manage corporate strategy and transformation.

As Chief Operating Officer, Hitchcock steps into this pivotal role amid considerable changes and challenges in the workforce educational landscape.

At Hendrick Automotive Group, we work with Universal Technical Institute (UTI), a leading skilled trades education provider with campuses near many of our dealerships across the country.

Her passion for motorsport led her to a UTI division called NASCAR Technical Institute.

Crown Castle appoints a former T-Mobile exec as CFO, Gannett promotes its new finance chief from within and Universal Technical Institute hires Vacasa’s chief financial officer for the same role.

As the U.S. faces a shortage of 35,000 electric vehicle technicians by 2028, TOPDON US and UTI are partnering to train students using advanced diagnostic tools.

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TOPDON US, an EVSE and specialty equipment supplier that provides technology and tools for automotive repair professionals, is partnering with Universal Technical Institute (UTI) to train students in electric vehicle maintenance and repair.

The five-year partnership between UTI and TOPDON will see tools donated to certain UTI campuses offering EV curriculum.

The timing is particularly strategic given Florida's robust construction sector and year-round cooling requirements. With 9% projected industry growth through 2033, this program positions UTI to capture increased market share in a high-demand sector. Based on typical vocational program metrics, each HVACR student could generate approximately $15,000-$20,000 in revenue over the program duration.

TOPDON US is partnering with Universal Technical Institute to donate tools and equipment for UTI’s electric vehicle training programs.

Through their TOP-UP initiative, TOPDON will provide crucial support to UTI’s growing Electric Vehicle (EV) maintenance and repair training program.

This partnership will directly benefit UTI campuses in Rancho Cucamonga, Sacramento, and Long Beach, all of which offer the vital EV training curriculum.

TOPDON US, the premier provider of cutting-edge technology and advanced tools for auto repair professionals and enthusiasts, is partnering with Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the transportation, skilled trades, and energy education division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc.

Concorde Career Colleges, an educator of dental hygienists and dental assistants, is partnering with PDS Health to provide free dental care, such as free X-rays, cleanings and preventive treatments, to children ages 4-17 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 17 at its San Diego campus, 4393 Imperial Ave., as part of a nationwide initiative to promote preventive oral health and help families get essential dental services.

Here’s something to smile about: Concorde Career Colleges, a nationwide educator of dental hygienists and assistants, has partnered with PDS Health to provide no-cost dental care for ages 4 – 17 at its San Diego campus in Mountain View.

“It’s really exciting that Formula One’s coming to Concord because they can go anywhere in America, they can go anywhere in the world,” said John Dodson, Vice President of Business Alliances and NASCAR at Universal Technical Institute in Mooresville.

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UTI’s MSAT programs train graduates to service and repair vehicles from leading global manufacturers with brand-specific technology and systems, according to a joint press release from UTI and Tesla.

Universal Technical Institute (UTI) announced the expansion of its Manufacturer Specific Advanced Training program by adding Tesla’s START Collision Repair program.

The program, launching at UTI’s Long Beach, CA, campus in spring 2025, provides specialized collision repair education tailored to Tesla vehicles.

Nicholas Odom, the education manager for the trade program at the Universal Technical Institute in Austin, expressed strong support for the governor's initiative.

There are plenty of career opportunities with respectable pay, such as welders, HVAC and construction workers. More young people need to know this.

Brandan Gerry, National Respiratory Therapy Lead and Program Director at the Concorde Career College-San Antonio campus, shares insights on training the next generation of respiratory therapists.

UTI is currently the only one offering the program, which will be available at the Long Beach, Calif., campus in Spring 2025

Graduates of UTI’s Collision Repair and Refinish Technology program who meet Tesla’s program criteria and are hired by Tesla as interns will be eligible for the 4-month program

For instance, Universal Technical Institute, Inc., a skilled trade school that focuses on healthcare, robotics, automotive, welding and more, has seen significant increases in enrollment.

Universal Technical Institute Inc. operates 32 campuses focusing on education in transportation, skilled trades, energy, and healthcare. Todd Hitchcock, Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer, states, “While AI offers numerous advantages to the workforce, it won’t repair your car, roof, or plumbing. Humans remain the greatest asset in the skilled-collar industry. AI serves less as a disruption to the skilled-collar workforce and more as a facilitator of a dynamic partnership between humans and machines.”