NWTI WEATHER UPDATE! A lot of the streets off of the main roads are still hazardous. Be Careful!
NWTI will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, January, 29th.
If you would like to have notifications on your phone, download our app from the Apple App or Google Play Stores. #nwti #closings #weather #weatherupdates #schoolclosings #nwarkansas
NWTI will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, January, 29th.
If you would like to have notifications on your phone, download our app from the Apple App or Google Play Stores. #nwti #closings #weather #weatherupdates #schoolclosings #nwarkansas

WINTER WEATHER/HAZARDOUS DRIVING CONDITIONS UPDATE...
Because of ongoing hazardous road conditions, we will be closed on Wednesday, January 28th. #winterweather #nwti #closings #schoolclosings #weatherupdate #areyouopen

NWTI flashback to last week!
First up we have Jonathan Virden from the One Motion company. Jonathan won a motor control competition for completion of a functioning circuit he designed. A timer relay forward reverse high voltage 3 phase motor. He executed that in our Short Term Industry Training “Motor Controls class.”
Most of us have no idea what that actually means, but that’s a big part of why NWTI is here; to teach and upgrade skills that keep essential equipment we all depend upon running AND improving.
We also have a picture of all the certificate earners from that class. Congratulations! Well done!
One Motion donated some direct current motors to NWTI for educational purposes. Shout out to One Motion!
We have much more information about all of our short term industry classes and more on our website: nwti.edu #motorcontrols #onemotion #shorttermtraining #stackablecredentials #nwti #nwarkansas
First up we have Jonathan Virden from the One Motion company. Jonathan won a motor control competition for completion of a functioning circuit he designed. A timer relay forward reverse high voltage 3 phase motor. He executed that in our Short Term Industry Training “Motor Controls class.”
Most of us have no idea what that actually means, but that’s a big part of why NWTI is here; to teach and upgrade skills that keep essential equipment we all depend upon running AND improving.
We also have a picture of all the certificate earners from that class. Congratulations! Well done!
One Motion donated some direct current motors to NWTI for educational purposes. Shout out to One Motion!
We have much more information about all of our short term industry classes and more on our website: nwti.edu #motorcontrols #onemotion #shorttermtraining #stackablecredentials #nwti #nwarkansas


WINTER WEATHER UPDATE FOR TUESDAY, JANUARY 27TH.
NWTI will be closed on Tuesday, January 27th. Stay tuned here or on Instagram, or get alerts through our NWTI app (available for download from the Apple App or Google Play stores). #closings #nwarkansas #schoolclosings #winterweather #nwti
NWTI will be closed on Tuesday, January 27th. Stay tuned here or on Instagram, or get alerts through our NWTI app (available for download from the Apple App or Google Play stores). #closings #nwarkansas #schoolclosings #winterweather #nwti

WINTER WEATHER UPDATE! NWTI will be closed on Monday, January 26th due to the winter storm.
Stand tuned for updates concerning Tuesday, the 27th. #closings #nwti #nwticlosed #winterweather #winterupdate #schoolclosings
Stand tuned for updates concerning Tuesday, the 27th. #closings #nwti #nwticlosed #winterweather #winterupdate #schoolclosings

JUST UNDER THE WIRE! Friday afternoon just before we closed our campus, our latest Ammonia Refrigeration Operator III class earned their certificates.
Congratulations everyone! This is nice prep to help you with your CIRO certification. Thank you to Mike Wright from our partner CIP (Certified Industry Professionals) for instructing this class.
Students from Tyson and Cold Core were among the company’s represented. This offering is just the “tip of the iceberg.” Check out our website to get the info on all of our programs: nwti.edu #ammonia #ammoniarefrigeration #ciro #operator3 #nwarkansas #certificate #graduate #congratulations #industrialmaintenance
Congratulations everyone! This is nice prep to help you with your CIRO certification. Thank you to Mike Wright from our partner CIP (Certified Industry Professionals) for instructing this class.
Students from Tyson and Cold Core were among the company’s represented. This offering is just the “tip of the iceberg.” Check out our website to get the info on all of our programs: nwti.edu #ammonia #ammoniarefrigeration #ciro #operator3 #nwarkansas #certificate #graduate #congratulations #industrialmaintenance

WINTER WEATHER UPDATE! NWTI will close at noon tomorrow, January 23rd, in anticipation of the impending winter storm. The safety of our students, instructors, and staff is a priority. #nwti #winterweather #snow #ice #closings #weather #nwarkansas

Today was the first day of classes for Spring semester 2026 at NWTI!
Please join us in welcoming our new students, and welcoming back our continuing students from Fall Semester 2025. What will this semester hold for our programs and students? Check here and on Instagram for daily updates and features.
Did you know we also have an app? Head to the Apple App or Google Play store and search for "NWTI" and/or "Northwest Technical Institute" and download it now!
It's never too early to head to our website nwti.edu and discover which of our programs is right for you! #nwti #hvac #ammonia #automotive #dieseltruck #nursing #electronics #automation #robotics #welding #cdl
Please join us in welcoming our new students, and welcoming back our continuing students from Fall Semester 2025. What will this semester hold for our programs and students? Check here and on Instagram for daily updates and features.
Did you know we also have an app? Head to the Apple App or Google Play store and search for "NWTI" and/or "Northwest Technical Institute" and download it now!
It's never too early to head to our website nwti.edu and discover which of our programs is right for you! #nwti #hvac #ammonia #automotive #dieseltruck #nursing #electronics #automation #robotics #welding #cdl






YESTERDAY AND THIS MORNING AT NWTI...Congratulations to the attendees and certification earners from our first Ammonia Refrigerator Operator III class!
What is covered in this comprehensive program? We're glad you asked...
This course is geared to aide in the preparation for the RETA CIRO and/or CRST certifications, as Operator I, Operator II and Operator III combined. Attendees will receive a RETA IR 3 book. Expect to master industrial refrigeration system mechanical integrity; component preventive and predictive maintenance; thermal imaging inspections; ammonia sensor calibration; how to read schematics/diagrams associated with electrical equipment expected to be used in typical refrigeration systems.
Does that sound too technical for you? You're definitely not alone! However, if you're already in this type of industry or even an adjacent one, take a look at what we have to offer right here: bit.ly/3LnoqE5 #nwti #ammoniarefrigeration #ammonia #nwarkansas #operatorthree #ciro #crst #refrigeration #congratulations #reta
What is covered in this comprehensive program? We're glad you asked...
This course is geared to aide in the preparation for the RETA CIRO and/or CRST certifications, as Operator I, Operator II and Operator III combined. Attendees will receive a RETA IR 3 book. Expect to master industrial refrigeration system mechanical integrity; component preventive and predictive maintenance; thermal imaging inspections; ammonia sensor calibration; how to read schematics/diagrams associated with electrical equipment expected to be used in typical refrigeration systems.
Does that sound too technical for you? You're definitely not alone! However, if you're already in this type of industry or even an adjacent one, take a look at what we have to offer right here: bit.ly/3LnoqE5 #nwti #ammoniarefrigeration #ammonia #nwarkansas #operatorthree #ciro #crst #refrigeration #congratulations #reta
WHAT WENT ON AT NWTI TODAY? The Springdale Chamber of Commerce's "Leadership Springdale" class came to NWTI for lunch and a tour of our industry training classrooms and facilities.
We promise many more photos tomorrow, but wanted to get you started with this group photo of the class, the chamber and our President David Patty and Director of Industry Training Bryan Evans.
We showed them our electrical controls troubleshooting classrooms, our fully operational automation loop, and the ammonia refrigeration and boiler rooms and equipment. A lot of good-looking folks in this class picture!
Don't forget, more to come tomorrow. #nwti #springdalechamber #leadershipspringdale #boiler #ammonia #automation #automationloop
We promise many more photos tomorrow, but wanted to get you started with this group photo of the class, the chamber and our President David Patty and Director of Industry Training Bryan Evans.
We showed them our electrical controls troubleshooting classrooms, our fully operational automation loop, and the ammonia refrigeration and boiler rooms and equipment. A lot of good-looking folks in this class picture!
Don't forget, more to come tomorrow. #nwti #springdalechamber #leadershipspringdale #boiler #ammonia #automation #automationloop
Everyone please note: NWTI will be CLOSED on Monday, January 19th, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. #mlkday #mlkholiday #nwti #nwtiholidayhours #nwarkansas #isnwtiopen

It's Tuesday, January 13th, and here's "What Went On This Morning at NWTI." It's our spring 2026 new student orientation! Here's an event rundown...
Students signing up for one of our diploma programs sign-in at the table(s) with one of our counselors, Shay Lastra, or Gretchen Sawyer, and take a seat.
Then, our school president, David Patty, welcomes our newcomers. Next, our Director of Student Services, Brooke Daniel, shares some tips on how to best navigate the NWTI experience.
After that, our instructors introduce themselves and talk about their respective programs. IT'S ALL IN A MORNING'S WORK!
There's a lot more information about enrollment, class options, course descriptions, grants, and financial aid on our website: nwti.edu We also have an app that you can download from the Apple App Store or Google Play! #nwti #springsemester #nwarkansas #students #enrollment #grants #financialaid #diplomaprograms #spring2026
Students signing up for one of our diploma programs sign-in at the table(s) with one of our counselors, Shay Lastra, or Gretchen Sawyer, and take a seat.
Then, our school president, David Patty, welcomes our newcomers. Next, our Director of Student Services, Brooke Daniel, shares some tips on how to best navigate the NWTI experience.
After that, our instructors introduce themselves and talk about their respective programs. IT'S ALL IN A MORNING'S WORK!
There's a lot more information about enrollment, class options, course descriptions, grants, and financial aid on our website: nwti.edu We also have an app that you can download from the Apple App Store or Google Play! #nwti #springsemester #nwarkansas #students #enrollment #grants #financialaid #diplomaprograms #spring2026










WHAT WENT ON AT NWTI TODAY?
We had a special NWTI Board of Directors meeting where we welcomed our newest member: Jason Coyle. Jason holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy and a Master’s in Supply Chain Management from the University of Arkansas. And is known for his strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Jason had this to say about his appointment: "I am proud to share that I’ve been appointed by Governor Sanders to the Board of Directors of Northwest Technical Institute (NWTI), where I’ve served as a board member for the institution’s foundation over the past year."
He continued with, "the school offers everything from full diploma programs to short-term industry training courses. The facilities and staff are true professionals and are dedicated to creating the next generation of leaders in the workforce of tomorrow. Whether it’s automation and controls, ammonia refrigeration, nursing, CDL training and more, they’ve got what you need."
Here's the official press release link for Jason's appointment: bit.ly/4qgLe85 #nwti #nwtiboardofdirectors #appointment #boardofdirectors #nwarkansas #welcome #workforceeducation #workforcetraining
We had a special NWTI Board of Directors meeting where we welcomed our newest member: Jason Coyle. Jason holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy and a Master’s in Supply Chain Management from the University of Arkansas. And is known for his strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Jason had this to say about his appointment: "I am proud to share that I’ve been appointed by Governor Sanders to the Board of Directors of Northwest Technical Institute (NWTI), where I’ve served as a board member for the institution’s foundation over the past year."
He continued with, "the school offers everything from full diploma programs to short-term industry training courses. The facilities and staff are true professionals and are dedicated to creating the next generation of leaders in the workforce of tomorrow. Whether it’s automation and controls, ammonia refrigeration, nursing, CDL training and more, they’ve got what you need."
Here's the official press release link for Jason's appointment: bit.ly/4qgLe85 #nwti #nwtiboardofdirectors #appointment #boardofdirectors #nwarkansas #welcome #workforceeducation #workforcetraining
WHICH STUDENTS HAVE EARNED their certificates today? Instructor Patrick Meyer's (tall gentleman in the white shirt) latest Basic AC Motors and Motor Controls class finished up today!
Through guided lab activities and real-world scenarios, students gained practical skills in motor control design, installation, and fault diagnosis, including reversing starters, jogging circuits, interlocks, and variable frequency drives. Congratulations to this latest group of certificate earners!
You know you want to learn more; here's the address: bit.ly/3LnoqE5 #nwti #acmotor #motorcontrols #circuits #vfd #interlocks #nwarkansas #shorttermtraining #industrytraining
Through guided lab activities and real-world scenarios, students gained practical skills in motor control design, installation, and fault diagnosis, including reversing starters, jogging circuits, interlocks, and variable frequency drives. Congratulations to this latest group of certificate earners!
You know you want to learn more; here's the address: bit.ly/3LnoqE5 #nwti #acmotor #motorcontrols #circuits #vfd #interlocks #nwarkansas #shorttermtraining #industrytraining




WHAT'S GOING ON AT NWTI? Our latest Introduction to Ammonia Refrigeration students have earned their certificates! Congratulations on a job well done. Don't stop now; keep it moving! Just like we are with our ever-expanding list of industry training classes!
This course is ideal for new operators or individuals looking to gain a foundational understanding of ammonia refrigeration systems. Interested? You know what to do! >>> bit.ly/3LnoqE5 #nwti #whatsgoingon #ammoniarefrigeration #nwarkansas #industrytraining #shorttermtraining #certificate
This course is ideal for new operators or individuals looking to gain a foundational understanding of ammonia refrigeration systems. Interested? You know what to do! >>> bit.ly/3LnoqE5 #nwti #whatsgoingon #ammoniarefrigeration #nwarkansas #industrytraining #shorttermtraining #certificate
#NWTI Clearance Week! January 6 through January 8, 2026. Come in early, see one of our team members, and beat the long lines at new student orientation.
FOR NEW DIPLOMA PROGRAM STUDENTS ONLY! #nwti #newstudents #orientation #spring2026 #diplomaprograms #nursing #automotive #dieseltruck #electronics #automation #informationsystems #welding #industrialmaintenance #ammoniarefrigeration
FOR NEW DIPLOMA PROGRAM STUDENTS ONLY! #nwti #newstudents #orientation #spring2026 #diplomaprograms #nursing #automotive #dieseltruck #electronics #automation #informationsystems #welding #industrialmaintenance #ammoniarefrigeration

Pre-holidays, we had a High School Programs (SCC) student, Peyton Watkins, come to campus and take pictures/video for a class project. Here are a few of those photos courtesy of SCC Director Ashley Simpson. #nwti #postholidaysdoldrums #highschoolprograms #secondarycareercenter #nwarkansas #welding #diesel #trucks #repairtechnology



From your friends at #NWTI, have a safe and happy New Year! Here's our hours for this week. #nwarkansas #holidayhours #newyears #newyearseve

Happy Holidays everyone!
Here is our upcoming Christmas and New Year schedule.
From your friends at #NWTI have a safe, merry and happy next two weeks! #christmas #newyears #newyearseve #holidays #happyholidays #holidayhours #holidayschedule

**What Went On At NWTI Last Week**
Last week our Diesel Technology Program had a recruiter from J.A. Riggs Caterpillar come by and speak to the students about being a technician and job roles available to diesel students (not just turning wrenches). She also told them how to sell themselves in an interview in order to be more marketable and get the maximum wage possible for someone with their skillset. #JARiggsCatepillar #jariggs #diesel #dieseltruck #nwarkansas #interviewprep #nwti #enginerepair #bigrigs
Last week our Diesel Technology Program had a recruiter from J.A. Riggs Caterpillar come by and speak to the students about being a technician and job roles available to diesel students (not just turning wrenches). She also told them how to sell themselves in an interview in order to be more marketable and get the maximum wage possible for someone with their skillset. #JARiggsCatepillar #jariggs #diesel #dieseltruck #nwarkansas #interviewprep #nwti #enginerepair #bigrigs
