Next Start

July 9

Get Started
Enroll by July 31, 2025, and you could have your registration fee waived!*
Request Info
Enroll Now

TRADE SCHOOL NEAR SANTA ANA, CA: GET HANDS-ON TRAINING!

Trade School Near Santa Ana, Ca

Take 60 seconds and find out how you can get trained.
Downward arrowIcon indicating a downward direction
Overview
Programs
Campus Address
Student Services

Coming up short in your “trade schools near me” searches? Consider Universal Technical Institute (UTI). Located near Santa Ana, CA, the vocational school offers five hands-on training programs that help prepare students to pursue entry-level careers as soon as they graduate!1,114

TRAIN AT UTI NEAR SANTA ANA, CA

UTI’s Long Beach, CA trade school is approximately 21 miles from Santa Ana and has automotive, diesel, welding, collision repair and airframe and powerplant technician training programs.

Our campus has 10 state-of-the-industry labs outfitted with many of the tools, technologies and equipment found in each field. Experienced instructors lead the training programs, helping students build a strong technical skillset that future employers can further develop!1

PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI NEAR SANTA ANA, CA


Not sure which trade you’re interested in yet? Learn more about our Long Beach trade school programs below.

Airframe & Powerplant program coming to UTI Long Beach pending FAA approval.79

AIRFRAME AND POWERPLANT Block Item' || 'UTI Block Item

AIRFRAME AND POWERPLANT

AUTOMOTIVE Block Item' || 'UTI Block Item

AUTOMOTIVE

COLLISION REPAIR Block Item' || 'UTI Block Item

COLLISION REPAIR

DIESEL Block Item' || 'UTI Block Item

DIESEL

WELDING Block Item' || 'UTI Block Item

WELDING

Automotive Technology School Near Santa Ana, CA

Students of the Long Beach auto mechanic training program can graduate with Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) degrees in just 51 weeks.7 Through a combination of online instruction and hands-on practice, students learn to maintain, diagnose, and repair various automobiles, gaining the knowledge needed to test for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification after graduation.

Diesel Technology School Near Santa Ana, CA

UTI’s Long Beach diesel mechanic school also helps prepare students to test for ASE certification after graduation. For 45 weeks, students practice inspecting, repairing and overhauling diesel-powered equipment.7 At the end of their training, graduates receive a diploma.

Welding Technology School Near Santa Ana, CA

The curriculum taught at UTI's Long Beach welding school was developed in conjunction with industry leader Lincoln Electric. From the four types of arc welding to safety standards, engineering and fabrication — 36 weeks of courses help students gain the confidence they need to pursue entry-level careers.1

Collision Repair School Near Santa Ana, CA

Long Beach collision repair trade school students spend 51 to 54 weeks covering topics such as panel repair, welding and cutting, damage analysis, custom paint fundamentals and more. I-CAR, the provider of industry-standard training, assisted us in crafting our curriculum, which grants students the chance to earn I-CAR credentials throughout their studies.

Airframe and Powerplant School Near Santa Ana, CA

Long Beach airframe and powerplant training is coming to our campus pending FAA approval. The 18-month program helps prepare students to service aircraft through courses like Basic and Advanced Sheetmetal, Hydraulics and Pneumatics, Basic Electricity and more.79

SPECIALTY PROGRAMS OFFERED AT UTI NEAR SANTA ANA, CA

The automotive technical school at UTI Long Beach offers eligible students the chance to grow their skillset through manufacturer-specific advanced training (MSAT) with BMW.8

undefined Block Item' || 'UTI Block Item

DIRECTIONS FROM SANTA ANA, CA TO UTI LONG BEACH

The commute from Santa Ana to our trade school in Long Beach is simple.

  1. Get on the I-5 N. (1.8 miles)
    1. Head north on Main St toward W 1st St. (1.5 miles)
    2. Turn right to merge onto I-5 N toward Los Angeles. (0.3 miles)
  2. 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. (17.5 miles)
    1. Merge onto I-5 N. (0.3 miles)
    2. Use the right two lanes to take Exit 106 and merge onto CA-22 W toward Long Beach. (10.8 miles)
    3. Merge onto the I-405 N. (6 miles)
    4. Use the right two lanes to take Exit 27 for CA-19 S/Lakewood Blvd toward the Long Beach Airport. (0.2 miles)
    5. Keep right at the fork and follow the 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)
  3. Continue on CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (1.6 miles)
    1. Merge onto CA-19 N/N Lakewood Blvd. (1.3 miles)
    2. Turn left on E Contant St. (0.2 miles)
    3. Turn right onto Worsham Ave. (213 feet)
    4. Take the next right. (79 feet)
    5. Turn left and UTI will be on your 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
62-541-7058 |  Career Services

* If you wish to post a job please click here.

OPEN IN GOOGLE MAPS

TOUR OUR UTI CAMPUS

Does the thought of attending a technical school feel overwhelming to you? Put your mind at ease with a campus tour. Explore our labs, chat with supportive instructors, observe our learning model and get an up-close look at the equipment students practice with!

STUDENT SERVICES

Aside from hands-on practice, experienced instructors and an industry-aligned curriculum, UTI is a trade school that offers robust student services. Learn more below.

Housing Assistance

The Housing Assistance department at UTI teams up with Collegiate Housing Services (CHS) to help students find roommates, rental terms that work for them, and affordable living.

Career Services

Our comprehensive Career Services include assistance locating flexible work that fits in with your schooling, help finding potential career opportunities after graduating, résumé development, career coaching, interview training and more.1

Financial Aid

UTI’s Financial Aid Team understands that school is one of the most important investments you can make. That’s why we help students fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and locate potential scholarship and grant opportunities.10

ATTEND UTI LONG BEACH

The programs at our trade school in Long Beach can help prepare you for an exciting future! Ready to take the first step? Request more info to speak with an Admissions Representative or enroll today!

GETTING STARTED

BECOMING A STUDENT

ABOUT US

RESOURCES

CONTACT

logo

© 2025 Universal Technical Institute, Inc. All rights reserved.

Decorative image
Decorative image
Decorative image
Decorative image
Decorative image
Decorative image

1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.4) UTI’s Automotive Technology program is 51 weeks. Core program length varies by subject. For example, Diesel & Industrial Technology is 45 weeks and Automotive/Diesel Technology is 75 weeks.6) UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on personal credentials and economic factors. Work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer and their compensation programs affect wages. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.8) Does not include time required to complete a qualifying prerequisite program such as UTI’s 51-week Automotive Technology program.9) Does not include time required to complete a qualifying prerequisite program such as UTI’s 45-week Diesel Technology program.10) Financial aid, scholarships and grants are available to those who qualify. Awards vary due to specific conditions, criteria and state.11) See program details for eligibility requirements and conditions that may apply.12) Based on data compiled from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections (2019-2029), www.bls.gov, viewed September 8, 2020. The projected average number of annual job openings, by job classification is: Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, 61,700; Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists, 24,500; and Automotive Body and Related Repairers, 13,600. Job openings include openings due to growth and net replacements. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.14) Incentive programs and employee eligibility are at the discretion of the employer and available at select locations. Special conditions may apply. Talk to potential employers to learn more about the programs available in your area. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.15) Manufacturer-paid advanced training programs are conducted by UTI on behalf of manufacturers who determine acceptance criteria and conditions. These programs are not part of UTI’s accreditation. Programs available at select locations.17) Program start dates vary by campus.19) Students who are near graduation, have no outstanding obligations to the school, and who have not previously taken part in a tool voucher program on any UTI campus may be eligible to participate in the UTI Tool Voucher Program. Vouchers hold no value 90 days after graduation.20) VA benefits may not be available at all campus locations.21) GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website.23) Prior to starting or re-enrolling, Tennessee residents attending the Orlando or Houston campus must provide official high school transcripts, GED scores or state-authorized equivalent exam scores. In addition, all students attending the Mooresville campus must provide official high school transcripts, GED scores or state-authorized equivalent exam scores prior to starting or re-enrolling.32) Summer Ignite participants must satisfy standard eligibility criteria prior to acceptance into UTI.89) Does not include time required to complete a qualifying prerequisite program such as UTI’s 48-week Motorcycle Technician training program.91) Based on data compiled from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections (2016-2026), www.bls.gov, viewed October 24, 2017.102) For important information about the educational debt, earnings and completion rates of students who attended this program, and to review the applicable Gainful Employment disclosure, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.104) Based on data compiled from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections (2016-2026), www.bls.gov, viewed October 24, 2017. The projected number of annual job openings, by job classification is: Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, 75,900; Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists, 28,300; Automotive Body and Related Repairers, 17,200. Job openings include openings due to growth and net replacements.114) Based on comparison with graduates from core programs between October 1, 2007, and September 30, 2015. UTI cannot guarantee employment or salary.115) Discount does not apply at Exton, PA campus. The Avondale Campus has a Yellow Ribbon Program that a Veteran student can choose to use rather than applying the 10% discount.116) Graduates of UTI's Automotive Technology program and Automotive Technology with NASCAR (the NASCAR Technology program) are qualified to work as entry-level service technicians in automotive repair facilities or automotive dealer service departments. Graduates from the NASCAR program have additional opportunities to work in racing-related industries. Of the students who elected to take the NASCAR-specific elective courses and graduated during 2022, approximately 17% found employment opportunities in racing-related industries.    118) Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data for Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers. UTI graduates are prepared for entry-level positions using the provided training. Median and 90th percentile figures are provided for illustrative purposes only to show a possible career progression. Results may vary. The average entry level salary in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $32,820 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development Website as of November 2017). The most recent U.S. Department of Labor estimate, published May 2016, for the hourly earnings in North Carolina of the middle 50% of skilled welders is $18.49. The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data, however the 25th percentile is $15.48. UTI cannot guarantee employment or salary.119) Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data for Automotive Body and Related Repairers. UTI graduates are prepared for entry-level positions using the provided training. Median and 90th percentile figures are provided for illustrative purposes only to show a possible career progression. Results may vary. The average entry level salary in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $32,820 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development Website as of May 2017). The most recent U.S. Department of Labor estimate, published May 2016, for the hourly earnings in North Carolina of the middle 50% of skilled collision technicians is $22.56. The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data, however the 25th percentile is $17.18. UTI cannot guarantee employment or salary.120) Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics. UTI graduates are prepared for entry-level positions using the provided training. Median and 90th percentile figures are provided for illustrative purposes only to show a possible career progression. Results may vary. The average entry level salary in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $29,120 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development Website as of May 2017). The most recent U.S. Department of Labor estimate, published May 2016, for the hourly earnings in North Carolina of the middle 50% of skilled automotive technicians is $18.13. The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data, however the 25th percentile is $13.05. UTI cannot guarantee employment or salary.121) Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists. UTI graduates are prepared for entry-level positions using the provided training. Median and 90th percentile figures are provided for illustrative purposes only to show a possible career progression. Results may vary. The average entry level salary in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $38,930 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development Website as of May 2017). The most recent U.S. Department of Labor estimate, published May 2016, for the hourly earnings in North Carolina of the middle 50% of skilled diesel technicians is $20.04. The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data, however the 25th percentile is $16.47. UTI cannot guarantee employment or salary.122) Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data for Motorcycle Mechanics. UTI graduates are prepared for entry-level positions using the provided training. Median and 90th percentile figures are provided for illustrative purposes only to show a possible career progression. Results may vary. The average entry level salary in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $28,290 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development Website as of May 2017). The most recent U.S. Department of Labor estimate, published May 2016, for the hourly earnings in North Carolina of the middle 50% of skilled motorcycle technicians is $16.26. The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data, however the 25th percentile is $13.31. UTI cannot guarantee employment or salary.123) Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data for Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians. UTI graduates are prepared for entry-level positions using the provided training. Median and 90th percentile figures are provided for illustrative purposes only to show a possible career progression. Results may vary. The average entry level salary in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $31,870 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development Website as of May 2017). The most recent U.S. Department of Labor estimate, published May 2016, for the hourly earnings in North Carolina of the middle 50% of skilled marine technicians is $16.42. The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data, however the 25th percentile is $12.97. UTI cannot guarantee employment or salary.

Universal Technical Institute of Illinois, Inc. is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.

*Registration Fee Waiver will apply to any student who enrolls by July 31, 2025, with a start date between March 31, 2025, and September 25, 2025.

Privacy PolicyLegal NoticeAccessibilityDisclosures

Do Not Sell My Personal Information