Trade School Near Livonia, MI

Our vocational school near Livonia, MI, has experienced instructors, industry-aligned training and a supportive community of like-minded aspiring pros. Dedicate the time, and we’ll help you prepare for a career doing something you’re passionate about.¹

Put an end to your search for a local trade school. Our Canton, MI, trade school is just southwest of Livonia.

Our trade school near Livonia prepares students for careers in the skilled trades and transportation and energy industries. Core programs include Welding Specialist, Airframe and Powerplant Technician, Wind Power Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician, Robotics and Automation Technician and HVACR Technician. Each program includes hands-on training in labs that teaches techniques that mirror the industry.

During lab time, students gain practical training experience using the same tools and technology the industry does, preparing them to pursue entry-level work after graduating!

The 10-month Welding Specialist program at our campus in Canton teaches students the four main types of arc welding techniques and prepares students to pursue entry-level roles in various manufacturing industries. Created with assistance from industry leaders, our curriculum helps students develop skills employers value. Graduates earn certificates.

The 20-month Airframe and Powerplant Technician program in Canton teaches students about aircraft troubleshooting, hydraulics, powerplant systems and more. Through hands-on application, students can gain the confidence to pursue entry-level roles in the field.

Students who complete the Airframe and Powerplant Technician program can continue studying in the Aviation Maintenance Technology program to earn Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees. Graduates of both programs are eligible to apply and test for FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification!^79,128

The seven-month Wind Power Technician program in Canton prepares students for careers in the renewable energy sector through courses in electrical systems, hydraulic applications, wind turbine operations and more. After successful program completion, students can pursue opportunities in the field. Graduates earn certificates.

UTI Canton's seven-month Industrial Maintenance Technician program prepares students to maintain and repair the powerful machinery that fuels industries like gas and coal! Through hands-on lab learning, students are taught the skills employers often value. Graduates earn certificates.

Our Canton campus offers robotics and automation programs designed to prepare students for entry-level roles such as robotics and automation technician, control systems technician or maintenance technician. Courses cover 3D printing, computer-aided design, programmable logic controllers and more. Graduates of the 12-month Robotics and Automation Technician program earn certificates. Graduates can also continue training for an additional six months to earn an associate of applied science (AAS) degree in the Robotics and Automation Technology program.

The HVACR Technician training program takes just 10 months to complete and helps students prepare for entry-level careers, as well as prepare to test for certifications valued by the industry. Students gain hands-on training experience maintaining and repairing various HVACR systems. Courses teach about indoor air fundamentals, commercial refrigeration and building management, to name a few. Graduates earn certificates.

The commute to our trade school near Livonia, MI, is simple. Follow these directions The commute from Livonia, MI, to our technical school in Canton is simple. Follow these directions:

1. Head north toward Plymouth Road. (157 feet)
2. Take Edward North Hines Drive, Ann Arbor Road and I-275 S to North Haggerty Road in Canton. (11.8 miles)
1. Turn right at the first cross street onto Plymouth Road. (154 feet)
2. Turn right at the first cross street onto Merriman Road. (1 mile)
3. Turn right onto Joy Road. (1 mile)
4. Turn right onto Edward North Hines Drive. (2.4 miles)
5. Turn left onto Newburgh Road. (0.2 miles)
6. Turn right onto Ann Arbor Road. (1.4 miles)
7. Turn right to merge onto I-275 S toward Toledo. (2.6 miles)
8. Take Exit 25 for M-153/Ford Road toward Westland/Garden City/Canton. (0.3 miles)
9. Use the second lane from the right to turn right onto M-153 W/Ford Road. (0.2 miles)
10. Turn left onto North Haggerty Road, and UTI will be on the left. (2.6 miles)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.