Technical training school honored for academic
achievement and commitment to industry-aligned
education
CANTON,
Mich., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MIAT
College of Technology-Canton, which is part of the Universal Technical Institute (UTI) family of
schools, has been awarded one of the most prestigious institutional
achievements given by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools
and Colleges (ACCSC), the "School of Distinction" award for
2021-2022.
The "School of Distinction" Award recognizes ACCSC-accredited
schools that have demonstrated a commitment to the expectations and
rigors of accreditation, as well as a commitment to delivering
quality educational programs.
ACCSC is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as the
designated accrediting body for more than 650 post-secondary, trade
and technical schools that serve more than 150,000 students
nationwide in a variety of vocational programs each year. Three UTI
and MIAT campuses across the country have been recognized as a
School of Distinction and ten UTI campuses have been recognized as
a School of Excellence by the ACCSC since 2014.
"We strive to maintain the highest standards. Currently 13 of
our campuses are classified as a School of Excellence or
Distinction. Six of our campuses have achieved this award twice in
their history, and one campus has received this award three times
in its history," said UTI CEO Jerome
Grant. "This 'School of Distinction' designation is a true
honor and testament to MIAT employees and their unwavering
commitment to our students and industry partners. The best measure
of our success is the achievement of our graduates and ability of
the employers we serve to secure the trained workforce they
require."
"ACCSC is pleased to recognize MIAT in Canton, Michigan as a 2022 School of
Distinction and to acknowledge the school's impact in its community
and its work toward promoting and enhancing student
success in the workforce," said Dr. Michale McComis, ACCSC's Executive Director. "We
look forward to celebrating MIAT's significant achievement in
earning this award at our Professional Development Conference this
month, and it is our hope that the school will carry this success
forward for many students to come."
"At MIAT, we are committed to delivering a high-quality
education that provides needed industry-aligned training for our
students, graduates and employer partners," said Jennifer Paugh, campus president at MIAT Canton.
"This award is a true testament to the operational excellence of
our campus, and we're proud to be recognized for our
state-of-the-industry training programs, exceptional graduation
rates and long record of educational success."
MIAT offers students a variety of technical training programs in
aviation, industrial maintenance, wind energy, energy technology,
robotics and automation, HVACR and welding.
About Universal Technical Institute, Inc.
Founded
in 1965 and headquartered in Phoenix, Universal Technical
Institute's (NYSE: UTI) mission is to serve our students,
partners, and communities by providing quality education and
support services for in-demand careers. Approximately 250,000
students have graduated from one of UTI's 16 campuses located
across Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, North
Carolina, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Texas. UTI's
campuses are accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career
Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), while its employer-aligned technical
training programs are offered under four brands: Universal
Technical Institute, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute / Marine
Mechanics Institute, NASCAR Technical Institute, and MIAT College
of Technology. For more information and a complete list of all
programs offered, please visit www.uti.edu or follow on
LinkedIn @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and on Twitter @news_UTI.
About ACCSC:
Since 1967, the Accrediting Commission of
Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) has been recognized by the
United States Department of Education as a reliable authority on
educational quality. ACCSC is committed to supporting and enhancing
the student educational experience at accredited member
institutions, facilitating meaningful workforce development
opportunities, and bridging the growing skills gap in the United States. More information on ACCSC
is available online at www.accsc.org, @ACCSCAccredits, and
facebook.com/accscaccreditation.
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