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Class of 2026: What’s next?

No waiting list and no application fees.


EVIT offers hands-on career training for high school graduates and adult learners.

  • Associate degrees
  • Paid apprenticeships
  • Certifications

Learn from industry-experienced instructors. 

Build skills employers need.


Get your student started today.

Start Planning Now

Choose a pathway with fewer delays—so your student can move forward with confidence right away.

Less Friction

Skip the extra hurdles. EVIT makes it easier to get information and explore options without added costs.

Associate Degrees​

Associate Degrees​

EVIT is not a traditional college, but we offer

two accelerated associate degree programs

in Nursing and Surgical Technology. 


In just 5 SEMESTERS, your student will have their degree and clinical experience to get hired as a registered nurse or surg tech after passing their licensing exams.

See degree options
Paid Apprenticeships:Learn While You Earn

Paid Apprenticeships:
Learn While You Earn

EVIT offers registered apprenticeships in

Airframe Mechanic, Electrical, HVACR (Heating,

Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration),

Plumbing and Structural Metal Fabricator (Welding).

Your student will learn on the job – and get paid

while doing it

View apprenticeship tracks
Get Started Fast: Certifications & Short Programs

Get Started Fast: 
Certifications & Short Programs

Trade schools are more popular than ever as a more affordable direct path to employment. EVIT offers a wide range of options, including Practical Nursing, Cosmetology, and much more.


Every program features hands-on training to prepare your student to earn professional certifications and licenses. 


In some programs, your student can earn their certificate and industry certification in as little as 360 hours. The Emergency Medical Technician program is 180 hours.

Browse short programs
Affordable Access—Aid + Flexible Payments

Affordable Access—Aid + Flexible Payments

Competitive tuition paired with financial aid and interest-free payment plans helps families plan with confidence.*

Learn more

East Valley Institute of Technology

1601 West Main Street
Mesa AZ, 85201

adulted@evit.edu

623-462-1234


Copyright @ 2026 East Valley Institute of Technology

* - Financial aid availability may vary by program and may be available to those who qualify.

EVIT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its programs or activities. CTE program offerings include: Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications; Auto & Transportation Services; Construction Technologies; Culinary Arts & Hospitality; Education; Engineering; Health Sciences; Human Services; Information Technology; Manufacturing Trades; and Public Safety. For a full listing of programs, go to evit.edu/programs. The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in EVIT CTE programs. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:
Title IX/Title VII/EEOC Coordinator, EVIT Superintendent, 1601 W. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85201 or call (480) 461-4000, or by email at superintendent@evit.edu; Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Tony Niccum, STEPS, 1601 W. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85201, or call (480) 461-4154 or by email tniccum@evit.edu
 
EVIT Adult Education is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (http://www.council.org/). 
It serves students ages 18 and older across Phoenix and the East Valley in health care and nursing, industrial and commercial technology, human services and automotive technology. 
Programs provide hands-on training and required hours for students to be able to sit for certification exams once class is completed.  www.council.org.