Trade School Near Novi, MI

UTI’s Canton, MI, trade school is just south of Novi and helps students get started on a path toward a career in the transportation, skilled trades or energy industries.

Training covers industry-aligned concepts and includes hands-on lab work that helps students develop foundational skills employers typically value in entry-level candidates. Upon graduating, students can pursue entry-level roles in their field of study with confidence!

UTI Canton’s 9-month Welding Specialist program equips students with the skills they need to pursue entry-level roles, including wirer, fitter or welder. Our students learn the four main arc welding processes, closely focusing on TIG welding, which is valuable in the aerospace and motorsports industries.

Our technical school’s 9-month HVACR Technician program teaches students about installation, maintenance and repair. Courses include hands-on learning with some of the tools and technology used in the field so that graduates can pursue entry-level roles confidently.

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.⁷⁹ Students and graduates are also eligible to apply and test for FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification!¹²⁸

Prepare for a career in renewable energy in just 7 months! In this program, students undergo classroom and lab instruction that prepares them for entry-level positions in wind power. Grads can continue studying at UTI Canton to earn an associate of applied science (AAS) degree or begin pursuing opportunities!

Get hands-on practice maintaining and repairing the equipment that fuels the power generation industry in just 7 months. Students of this program learn energy industry fundamentals, electrical theory and more. Grads can pursue an AAS degree or entry-level roles as industrial maintenance techs!

The Robotics and Automation training programs equip students with entry-level electrical, mechanic and programming skills that employers often value. No previous experience is required to enroll. Our experienced instructors start at square one and guide students through the design and maintenance fundamentals behind the industrial robots that automate tasks.

Is there a program that piques your interest? Learn more about it by visiting our trade school.

1. Get on I-96 E. (0.7 miles)
1. Head north on Novi Road toward Grand River Avenue. (0.3 miles)
2. Use the right lane to merge onto I-96 E via the ramp to Detroit. (0.4 miles)
2. Take I-275 S to US-12 W/Michigan Avenue in Canton. Take Exit 22 from I-275 S. (16 miles)
1. Merge onto I-96 E. (0.5 miles)
2. Take the I-96/I-275 exit toward Detroit/Toledo. (0.5 miles)
3. Keep left to continue toward I-275 S/I-96 E. (1.2 miles)
4. Continue onto I-275 S/I-96 E. (5.5 miles)
5. Keep right at the fork to continue on I-275 S. (7.8 miles)
6. Take Exit 22 for US-12/Mich Avenue toward Wayne/Ypsilanti. (0.4 miles)
3. Drive to South Haggerty Road. (0.6 miles)
1. Use the right lane to turn right onto US-12 W/Michigan Avenue. (0.2 miles)
2. Turn right onto South Haggerty Road and UTI Canton will be on your right. (0.4 miles)



Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

Ready to end “trade schools near me” searches? Schedule a campus tour for a chance to check out our labs, learn more about the equipment students train with and meet instructors!

Collegiate Housing Services helps students look for roommates or assists them by providing them with a referral for independent housing near campus before the start of school.

Looking for ways to help cover your trade school tuition and living expenses? Our Career Services team can assist you in searching for part-time work.¹

The Financial Aid team helps students search and apply for scholarships and grants they may qualify for.¹⁰