Looking for a vocational school near Garden Grove, CA? Universal Technical Institute (UTI) in Long Beach offers hands-on programs that provide students with industry-relevant training.114 Read on to learn why you should take the first step toward your goals at UTI!
TRAIN AT UTI NEAR GARDEN GROVE, CA
Approximately 16 miles from Garden Grove, UTI’s Long Beach, CA trade school offers five technology programs: automotive, diesel, welding, collision repair and refinishing, and airframe and powerplant.
No prior experience is needed to attend as each training program begins at square one to help students build foundational knowledge. After graduating, students can pursue entry-level roles in their trade of choice and, if hired, continue developing their skills under the guidance of employers.1
Learn more about the programs offered at UTI Long Beach below
PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI NEAR GARDEN GROVE, CA
Airframe & Powerplant program coming to UTI Long Beach pending FAA approval.79
Automotive Technician Training Near Garden Grove, CA
The 51-week Long Beach auto mechanic training program course topics range from Engines Service & Repair to Advanced Technology/Hybrid & Service Advising.7 The curriculum helps prepare students to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam after graduation and pursue entry-level roles as automotive techs, service writers, smog inspectors, and parts associates.1
Diesel Technician Training Near Garden Grove, CA
The Long Beach diesel mechanic school is 45 weeks of comprehensive online instruction and hands-on application.7 Students learn to inspect, diagnose, repair and service various diesel-engine vehicles and equipment, preparing them to work in entry-level positions as diesel, heavy equipment repair, power generation and agriculture techs.1
Welding Training Near Garden Grove, CA
The 36-week Long Beach welding school prepares students for exciting entry-level careers through hands-on training that teaches safety standards, blueprint reading, code interpretation, project planning, types of welding processes and more!1
Collision Repair Training Near Garden Grove, CA
UTI’s Long Beach collision repair school allows students to get their hands dirty practicing welding and cutting, damage analysis and finishing. The vocational school is 51 to 54 weeks and varies by the type of program attended: Collision Repair & Refinish Technology (51 weeks) or Collision Repair & Refinish Technology + Estimating (54 weeks).
Airframe and Powerplant Technician Training Near Garden Grove, CA
Coming to UTI Long Beach pending FAA approval, the Long Beach airframe and powerplant training is an 18-month program that teaches students to service aircraft in a manner that ensures they take off and land safely. UTI helps prepare students for this exciting path through lessons on non-destructive testing, propellers, reciprocating engine operation and more!79
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI NEAR GARDEN GROVE, CA
Qualified students at the automotive trade school in Long Beach can further their education with manufacturer-specific advanced training. Click the link below to learn more!
DIRECTIONS FROM GARDEN GROVE, CA TO UTI LONG BEACH
End your “trade schools near me” search at UTI Long Beach. Getting there from Garden Grove is as simple as following these steps:
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Get on the CA-22 W. (0.9 miles)
- Head south on S Euclid St toward W Garden Grove Blvd. (0.5 miles)
- Turn left onto Trask Ave. (0.2 miles)
- Turn right to merge onto CA-22 W. (0.2 miles)
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Follow CA-22 W and I-405 N to CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd in Long Beach. Take Exit 27 from I-405 N. (12.9 miles)
- Merge onto CA-22 W. (6.5 miles)
- Merge onto I-405 N. (6 miles)
- Use the right two lanes to take Exit 27 for CA-19 S/Lakewood Blvd toward Long Beach Airport. (0.2 miles)
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for CA-19 N/Lakewood Blvd N/Long Beach Airport/L.B. City College/Devry University and merge onto CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (0.2 miles)
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Continue on CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (1.6 miles)
- Merge onto CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (1.3 miles)
- Turn left on E Contant St. (0.2 miles)
- Turn right onto Worsham Ave. (213 feet)
- Take the next right. (79 feet)
- Take the next left, and our campus will be on the right. (66 feet)
UTI LONG BEACH CAMPUS LOCATION
4175 East Conant Street
Long Beach, CA 90808
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
Campus Tours
TU&TH | 10am, 2pm, 6pm
W | 10 am & 2 pm
F&SAT | 10am
& 1pm
562-541-7000 | Campus
800-834-7308 | Admissions
844-308-8840 | Financial Aid
844-308-8838 | Student Services
562-541-7058 | Career Services
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STUDENT SERVICES
Looking for a trade school that is eager to help? UTI offers various support services to ease your transition in and out of school.

Housing Assistance
The Housing Assistance Department at UTI Long Beach works with Collegiate Housing Services (CHS) to assist students in finding housing options tailored to their preferences. Interested in your options? Click here.

Career Services
In addition to helping students in their career search through résumé development, interview training, and access to a nationwide database of career opportunities, UTI also assists enrolled students in looking for flexible part-time work.1 Visit our Career Services page to learn more.

Financial Aid
Financing your studies doesn't have to be daunting. UTI’s Financial Aid team can help eligible students apply for scholarships, grants and other forms of assistance.10 Get the details on our Financial Aid Department here.