Universal Technical Institute to become the Inaugural American School Counselor Association National Alliance Partner

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Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has partnered with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) to become its inaugural Alliance Partner. UTI has a long history of supporting school counselors, providing workshops since 2008 aimed at enhancing STEM education. This partnership aims to advocate for school counselors and promote UTI's training programs. UTI offers extensive training partnerships with over 30 manufacturers, leading to career opportunities and support for students, including tuition reimbursement and bonuses. Amidst rising unemployment, UTI remains committed to preparing graduates for in-demand jobs.

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• UTI becomes the inaugural ASCA Alliance Partner, enhancing its visibility and support for school counselors.
• UTI has trained over 220,000 graduates and offers partnerships with more than 30 manufacturers, providing strong employment opportunities.
• The partnership aims to promote UTI's training programs in response to employer demand for skilled technicians.

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• The press release highlights current economic challenges, stating nearly 11 million Americans are unemployed.

PHOENIX, Jan. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the nation's leading provider of transportation technician training, and the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) have entered into an agreement for UTI to become the inaugural ASCA Alliance Partner.

"The American School Counselor Association appreciates UTI's long-term support of school counselors and this partnership will help ASCA further serve and advocate for the profession." said Jill Cook, ASCA Executive Director.

UTI has been a resource in ASCA's work to empower America's school counselors with knowledge, skills, and resources to promote student success for many years. Experienced UTI team members have provided workshops for school counselors since 2008, helping them deepen their understanding of the school counselors' role in providing valuable STEM based education to students across the country.

"We could not be more excited and enthusiastic about our partnership with ASCA," said UTI Chief Executive Officer, Jerome Grant. "Our job at UTI, first and foremost, is supporting our students in graduating with the skills employers want so they can go to work in good jobs. This is even more important coming out of the pandemic, as almost eleven million Americans are unemployed and the most recent U.S. jobs report shows a loss of 140,000 more jobs in December alone, but we continue to see employer demand for UTI's graduates. We look forward to continuing our work with ASCA and America's school counselors to highlight the robust career opportunities that can come from training at UTI."  

ASCA and UTI share a strong commitment to helping students realize their passions and find success in fulfilling careers. UTI has direct training partnerships with more than 30 manufacturer bands—such as BMW, Cummins, Ford, Freightliner, GM, Peterbilt, Porsche, Toyota, Volvo and more—and thousands of local employers hire the school's graduates. In addition, many employer locations support UTI students with tuition reimbursement and other incentives, such as signing bonuses, tool allowances and more.

For more information on ASCA, visit www.schoolcounselor.org.

For a full list of UTI campus locations and programs offered, visit www.uti.edu.

About Universal Technical Institute, Inc.:

With more than 220,000 graduates in its 55-year history, Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) is the nation's leading provider of technical training for automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians, and offers welding technology and computer numerical control (CNC) machining programs. The company has built partnerships with industry leaders, outfits its state-of-the-industry facilities with current technology, and delivers training that is aligned with employer needs. Through its network of 12 campuses nationwide, UTI offers post-secondary programs under the banner of several well-known brands, including Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI) and NASCAR Technical Institute (NASCAR Tech). The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.

For more information, visit www.uti.edu. Like UTI on www.facebook.com/UTI or follow UTI on Twitter @UTITweet, @MMITweet, and @NASCARTechUTI.

Media Contacts: 

Jody Kent                                                                           
Universal Technical Institute
623-445-0872 
jkent@uti.edu

 

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SOURCE Universal Technical Institute, Inc.

FAQ

What is the significance of UTI becoming an ASCA Alliance Partner?

UTI's partnership with ASCA enhances its role in supporting school counselors and promoting career training opportunities for students.

How does UTI support its students in finding jobs?

UTI partners with over 30 manufacturers and local employers, providing resources such as tuition reimbursement and signing bonuses to support graduate employment.

What training programs does UTI offer?

UTI offers programs in automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians, welding technology, and CNC machining.

How has UTI contributed to STEM education?

Since 2008, UTI has provided workshops for school counselors aimed at advancing STEM education and promoting student success.

What challenges does UTI acknowledge in the current job market?

UTI acknowledges a challenging job market, with a reported loss of 140,000 jobs in the U.S. in December 2020, emphasizing the importance of its training programs.