Learn an essential skill set.
Career-Ready in Months, Not Years
Explore our PATHWAYS
Learn to diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles with the leading technology, tools, and techniques. Prepare for a rewarding career in the automotive industry with practical, hands-on training.
Develop expertise in multiple welding methods, including MIG, TIG, and Stick welding. Gain real, hands-on experience to prepare for a variety of welding opportunities.
Master the specialized skills of maritime welding and prepare for a career in shipbuilding, repair, and offshore industries. Learn advanced techniques to work with metals in marine environments.
Train for a career in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning with skills in system installation, maintenance, and repair. Learn to keep homes and businesses running efficiently in any season.
Build a strong foundation in construction skills, from carpentry to blueprint reading. Train for a career in residential, commercial, or industrial construction with hands-on experience.
*Not all programs offered at all campuses
OUR PROGRAMS ARE LED BY INDUSTRY-EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS READY TO EQUIP YOU WITH REAL-WORLD SKILLS.
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PATHWAYS
PATHWAYS
Auto
You’ll gain hands-on experience in automotive technology, learning essential skills for vehicle maintenance, inspection, diagnosis, and repair. You’ll develop expertise in key areas, such as performing a pre-alignment system check, flushing a power steering system, and repairing an automatic transmission. With a focus on industry standards, you’ll be prepared to pursue ASE certification and build a successful career as part of the growing field of service technicians and mechanics.
Construction
Building & Construction Trades »
You’ll learn structural, mechanical and electrical skills from supportive, experienced instructors. You’ll also master valuable skills like installing electrical wiring and switches, putting up sheet rock, maintaining HVAC systems, and much more. These hands-on experiences help prepare you for a career in construction management, giving you the knowledge and confidence to take on leadership roles in the field.
Welding
You’ll learn the fundamentals of welding, including metal fabrication and repair. Our supportive, experienced instructors will help you master various welding and metal cutting techniques, different tools and machines, as well as becoming skilled at reading blueprints, taking measurements, and assessing hazards.
Combination Maritime Welding »
You’ll learn the fundamentals of welding with a focus on the specialized processes involved in the shipbuilding industry. Our supportive, experienced instructors will help you master various welding and metal cutting techniques, different tools and machines, as well as becoming skilled at reading blueprints, taking measurements and assessing hazards.
HVAC
Heating Ventilation, & Air Conditioning »
You’ll gain hands-on experience working with commercial refrigeration, electrical components, and airflow dynamics to keep homes and buildings comfortable year-round. Our expert instructors provide real-world training to help you succeed. You’ll develop essential skills like troubleshooting faulty AC units, repairing heating systems, installing ductwork, and preparing for your certification exam to advance your career.
Get on the Fast Track to a BETTER LIFE.
Train in months, not years
Train in Months, Not Years
It’s time for a change. Train for an exciting essential career and take charge of your future.
At Tidewater Tech, you can gain hands-on training, learn essential trade skills, and quickly get on the path to success with programs that many schools offer.
Our programs are designed and taught by exceptional faculty and industry leaders, ensuring you gain valuable skills that you can carry with you wherever you go. Our goal is to help you build a fulfilling career—and our graduates are proof of that.
If you enjoy fixing things, working with your hands, and helping people, check out our programs, visit our campus, or request information to learn more. It’s time to change your life for the better.
Training the Technicians WHO KEEP TOMORROW RUNNING
Tidewater Tech is for doers—those who want to learn through experience, not from drawn out lectures. Our instructors bring industry insight and experience to each class while guiding you through hands-on training. Master the skills and techniques to maintain the world we live in and shape the future of your communities.
Is Career Training RIGHT FOR YOU?
Take the Tidewater Tech Career Training Readiness Quiz
The fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete, and you’ll get a personalized report that identifies your strengths, as well as the training and positions you’re best suited for.
This tailored insight can guide you toward opportunities at high schools or help you transition to programs offered by community colleges. It’s a quick and easy way to start mapping out your path to success!
Is Career Training RIGHT FOR YOU?
Tidewater Tech is for doers—those who want to learn through experience, not from drawn out lectures. Our instructors bring industry insight and experience to each class while guiding you through hands-on training. Master the skills and techniques to maintain the world we live in and shape the future of your communities.
Real Graduate TESTIMONIALS
Tidewater Tech Welding Graduate: Alexus Jordan
Tidewater Tech HVAC Graduate: George Coleman
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