Life after high school seems uncertain. This isn’t.
Join the People Building Bigger
9,500+* skilled trades jobs. Right here in Hampton Roads.
At Tidewater, you can train right and even start before you graduate.
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Before You Graduate
Why wait longer for what’s next?
We train the builders, the welders, the automotive techs, and the HVAC pros that keep our region running. Stop wondering what’s next and start training sooner.
With Tidewater Tech’s program, you can start that training while you’re still in high school. It’s a faster path to a career you can be proud of.
Why train here?
- Train alongside real pros, with real tools.
- Learn job-ready skills in as little as 12 months.
- Get career support as you enter the workforce.
An Investment that Pays Off
Concerned about costs?
Think about the cost of waiting.
The pay is competitive. The jobs are open. See what these jobs earn in Virginia.
We Get You Going Faster
Other options can take 2 years. Here? 33 or 48 weeks. That means earning sooner while others are still in school.
Tidewater Tech does not guarantee employment or salary outcomes.
HVAC Installer
Welder/Cutter
Automotive Technician
Employers Who Have Hired Our Graduates
Financial Aid is Available
Questions about finances?
We have a team for that.
When you apply to Tidewater Tech, you connect with our Financial Aid team, who walks you through your options.
- Our students are eligible for federal financial aid.
- Scholarships are available.
Request more information to start the conversation.
What’s next for you?
Hampton Roads is hiring. Let’s get you moving now.
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Then, get more information about how our training works, and how you could start before you even graduate.
*Hampton Roads PDC Projections
**Virginia Works High Demand Occupations, Skilled Trades Sub-Cluster (2020-2030 Projections)