Different people are different people. Seems obvious, but everyone is starting from a different point in their lives. Programs at A-B Tech are designed to meet you where you are and help you get to where you want to be. We have five options to set you on the right path to a brighter tomorrow.
Maximize Your Opportunities
- Format: Classroom-based, full or part-time
- Commitment: 2+ years
- Cost: Highest investment (financial aid available)
- Best For: Those seeking comprehensive education with the greatest career flexibility
- Career Impact: Highest earning potential, broadest advancement opportunities
- Features: Comprehensive education combining specialized and general studies; transfer options to universities
Master Your Trade
- Format: Hands-on classroom learning
- Commitment: Up to 1 year
- Cost: Moderate investment (financial aid available)
- Best For: Those seeking direct entry into specific trades
- Career Impact: Industry-specific career preparation
- Features: Focused technical training with minimal general education. Can count toward your two-year degree.
Accelerate Your Skills
- Format: Focused classroom and lab work
- Commitment: 2 months - 1 year
- Cost: Lower investment
- Best For: Career advancement or quick skill acquisition
- Career Impact: Immediate skill validation for specific roles
- Features: Targeted training in specific areas. May include certification exams. Can count toward your two-year degree.
Earn While You Learn
- Format: Combined workplace and classroom training
- Commitment: Varies by trade (typically 2-4 years)
- Cost: Earn income while training
- Best For: Hands-on learners seeking immediate income
- Career Impact: Progressive career advancement with increasing wages
- Features: Structured on-the-job training with experienced mentors
Learn About Work-based Learning
Quick Job Entry
- Format: Short-term, intensive training
- Commitment: Weeks to months
- Cost: Lowest investment
- Best For: Those seeking immediate employment
- Career Impact: Direct path to entry-level positions
- Features: Industry-specific skills for immediate job placement
Customize your approach
Begin your educational journey with an institution that meets you where you are.
Need to start earning today? Join an apprenticeship program and then layer on certificates or even a two-year degree as your career progresses. Some employers may even help cover your education costs.
If you have time to invest in a two-year degree now, keep your skills sharp by earning additional certificates later.
Whether you're looking to gain new skills, deepen your expertise, or explore different fields, this adaptable pathway supports continuous learning and growth. Embrace the freedom to learn and evolve on your own terms, opening doors to endless opportunities.