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A Few Thoughts on Labor Day, Back to School Timing and Equipping Essential Workers!
By John Willis, MIAT College of Technology Houston Campus President Labor Day is more than just a legal holiday, more than the signal of summer’s end, and more than the beginning of a new school year. This national holiday honoring the American worker has been observed on the first Monday
2020 High Schools Grads are Most Welcome at MIAT College of Technology for Essential Workforce Training
By John Willis, MIAT Houston Campus President The year 2020 certainly will be memorable because of the ongoing challenges presented by COVID-19. As a career college administrator for over 20 years, I have been especially concerned about the 2020 high school grads and how they are faring in this era
We are Back, Better and Stronger Together!
By Jennifer Paugh, MIAT Canton Campus President, and John Willis, MIAT Houston Campus President For college administrators, it is reasonable to assume that the last three months of the Covid-19 pandemic have been some of the most difficult of their careers. Long days and sleepless nights have been physically and
Aviation Mechanics are Needed in this Time of Crisis
During times of crisis or the grounding of planes, many think that aviation mechanics would not be in demand. Actually, the opposite is true. As many airlines park planes, the aviation mechanic is still widely used to service the planes as they are grounded. Aviation mechanics are also needed to
How Do I Get Started in HVACR?
Interested in learning more about how to get started in HVACR? During an HVACR program, you will learn all about HVACR systems. This program will also prepare you to get certification in the field. This certification will help you get started in a career offering HVACR services to both residential
Our Students, Faculty and Staff Are Houston Strong – Now and Always!
By John Willis, MIAT College of Technology Houston Campus President To everyone reading this installment of my blog, I want to thank you for your patience and perseverance as all of us do our best to navigate the daily changes and challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic sends our way. I
What Do I Learn in a Welding Career Training Program?
Whether you are finishing high school and making plans for post-secondary education or seeking to develop new skills so that you are better trained for a career change, taking a welding career training program will prepare you for one of the most rewarding careers, that of a welder. To see
Wind Turbine Technician Career Opportunities
Interested in a career in the renewable energy industry? Want to make a difference in the transition to renewables including wind energy? In as little as seven months, you can train to become an entry-level wind turbine technician. Employment of wind turbine technicians is expected to grow 45 percent from
What are the Basics of HVACR?
One of the fastest growing professions is that of a heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) technician. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, HVACR technician employment is projected to grow 6 percent by 2032, faster than average for all occupations. This is because technical schools are providing the proper
Faculty and Staff of MIAT Houston Campus Focused on Helping Aviation Maintenance Students Complete FAA-Directed Course Requirements
By Titus Hubbard, Director of Education, MIAT College of Technology Houston Campus Working full-time or part-time while enrolled in a training program is extremely challenging. Adding the realities of family commitments, financial responsibilities, home and vehicle maintenance, and all-important self-care to maintaining a clear focus on working and studying can