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Technical Education Designed To Create Lifelong Opportunities
Automotive Service Technician (AST)
Prepare for a career in the automotive industry with our AST program. Learn key diagnostic and maintenance skills for domestic and foreign vehicles. This program prepares you to work in a fast-paced industry with steady demand.
Combination Welding
Welding is a skill utilized in a variety of different industries. From custom work, to art, to industrial architecture, welding is an incredibly versatile trade. Our combination welding prepares you with industry-recognized certifications for a growing career field.*
Construction & Trades Management
If you enjoy planning, working with people, mathematics, and seeing projects through, the Construction & Trades Management program at Arizona Automotive Institute is waiting for you. This program integrates the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER)’s Project Management and Project Supervision curriculum and topics.
CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer
Practice defensive driving techniques, accident prevention, proper ways to handle cargo and more. Become familiar with tractor trailer size and weight laws in our program as you prepare for your new Skilled Trades career in commercial truck driving.*
Diesel / Heavy Truck Technician
Ever wanted to be an automotive mechanic for big rigs and heavy machinery? Our Diesel/Heavy Truck program prepares you for a career servicing large vehicles like semi-trucks and buses, as well as different types of heavy machinery like bulldozers and cranes. Put your problem solving to the test in this exciting industry.
HVAC & Basic Refrigeration
Training to become an HVAC/Basic Refrigeration technician prepares you for a fulfilling career of helping to provide safe and healthy environments for people to live, work and play. Become an EPA-certified technician with our HVAC/BR program.*
Electrical
Training to become an Electrical Service Technician prepares you for a fulfilling career of helping residential and commercial properties maintain their electricity. Become an NCCER-certified technician with our Electrical Technician program.*Select Program
*Arizona Automotive Institute does not guarantee third-party certifications. Certification requirements for taking and passing certification examinations are not controlled by Arizona Automotive Institute but by outside agencies and are subject to change by the agencies without notice to Arizona Automotive Institute. Therefore, Arizona Automotive Institute cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take certification examinations, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.
Why AAI
Top-Quality, Technical Education
Arizona Automotive Institute offers technical education for trade careers. Our programs are designed to help you learn the skills to prepare you for a career in your chosen field. We’re here to help you from interest to that first job search and proudly support our alumni community throughout their careers in the trade industry. Here are just a few of the ways AAI supports your education and growth.
*AAI cannot guarantee employment or salary.
Small Class Size
Hands-On Training
Affordable Program Options
Industry experienced Instructors
Career-Focused Education
Industry Employer Partnerships
Family-Like Environment
Soft-skills Development
Tools & Resources for your success
A Learning Environment Designed for Your Success
Located in the heart of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area, our campus is home to labs where students will get real-world experience working in an environment similar to what is found in a job setting. We are there to support you along the way. Our career services and financial aid teams are on-site to help you on your educational journey.
*Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.
Are You Ready for Your New Career?
We’re here to help you prepare for your dream career, not your next job. If you are ready to start the next chapter of your life and looking for the technical school that will help get you there, Arizona Automotive Institute is ready to help.
- Programs Start Every 5 Weeks
- Resources to help you succeed
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