Northwest Technical Institute

October 30th, 2025: ribbon-cutting group photo. Subject: the Grand Opening of our Ammonia Refrigeration Training Facility.

With the scissors, NWTI President David Patty, on the left side holding the ribbon, Bryan Evans, Executive Director of Short Term Industry Training, on the left side is Jeremy Sherman, instructor of Ammonia Refrigeration. Flanking David Patty, pictured on the left, are Dr. Ken Warden, Commissioner of the Arkansas Department of Higher Education, and Aaron Wright, Chairperson of the Board of NWTI. To the right of David in this picture, Mike Rogers, State of Arkansas Chief Workforce Officer, and Dan Douglas, Chairperson of the NWTI Education Foundation. Surrounding them, members of the NWTI and NWTI Foundation Boards of Directors, ADHE officials, Springdale Chamber members and ambassadors, and NWTI staff & instructors. #adhe #nwti #chamberofcommerce #nwarkansas #springdale #workforceeducation #ammoniarefrigeration #ribboncutting

about 2 months ago, NWTI

NWTI Ammonia Building Grand Opening ribbon-cutting October, 30th, 2025

Last evening, October 30th, NWTI had a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the grand opening of our Ammonia Refrigeration Facility, along with an event for Northwest Technical Institute's 50th Anniversary.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped, attended, and joined in our festivities!

These are just a few of the MANY photos we'll have to share with everyone. Stay tuned for much more content along with videos, next week! #nwti #adhe #workforcetraining #ammoniarefrigeration #boilertraining #ribboncutting #nwaarkansas #littlerock #springdalechamberofcommerce

about 2 months ago, NWTI

October 30th NWTI Ammonia Bldg. & 50th Anniversary Celebration

We sincerely thank our NWTI Advisory Board members for attending one of our semiannual meetings, where they helped us improve our workforce training by identifying the crucial skills that employers are looking for.

We also provided everyone with a buffet dinner from Catfish Hole. Nothing says "gratitude" like a full plate of catfish! And chicken tenders, and hush puppies and... #nwti #advisoryboard #thankyou #workforceeducation #catfishhole

about 2 months ago, NWTI

advisory board digs into the meeting buffet dinner

everyone to the Catfish Hole buffet table!

full spread catfish hole buffet for the advisory board

🚛 Ready to Hit the Road Toward a New Career?

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With hands-on training, experienced instructors, and a program built to get you job-ready fast — this isn’t just another class... it’s your new lane in life. 🙌💼

Whether you're switching careers or starting fresh, NWTI has your back. #CDLTraining #DriveYourFuture #TruckDriverLife #CareerReady #HandsOnTraining #CDLSchool #TechEd #NWTI #ArkansasDrivers #SkilledTrades

about 2 months ago, NWTI

Get your commercial driver's license in as little as 4 weeks

SAVE THE DATE AND SPREAD THE WORD! There is a great opportunity coming up to update your pet's vaccines and get a chip for a super low cost! The Animal League of Washington County is having its annual Pet Wellness Expo on Saturday, Nov. 15th, from 10am to 2pm, hosted at the Northwest Technical Institute's main campus parking lot located at 709 S. Old Missouri Road in Springdale. You don't even have to get out of your vehicle because it's a drive-thru clinic! #dogs #cats #animalleagueofwashingtoncounty #petwellness #nwti #petvaccines

about 2 months ago, NWTI

From our friend and industry partner, instructor Justin Michael via #LinkedIn: Certified Industrial Partners held an Operator 2 for Tyson Foods at Northwest Technical Institute in Springdale, AR this week.

These guys came from all across the country and worked hard to earn those certificates. Congrats, gentlemen, and we hope to see all of you guys next year for Operator 3 training! #certifiedindustrialpartners #ammoniarefrigeration #industrialmaintenance #shorttermtraining #stackablecredentials #nwti #reta

2 months ago, NWTI

Ammonia Refrigeration RETA Certified Training Class

NOVEMBER 7TH! SAVE THAT DATE for a free Lunch and Learn session designed specifically for plant and maintenance leadership.

+ Learn how ultrasound inspection with UE Systems can detect leaks, electrical issues, and mechanical failures before they cause downtime.

+ Discover cost-saving strategies through proactive maintenance.

+ See real-world case studies from facilities like yours with a live demo + Q&A with certified ultrasound specialists.

Scan the QR code or use this address: https://nwti.site/lunch-and-learn/

2 months ago, NWTI

Here's the answer to Tuesday's challenge question: according to what is written on the back of this photo, it is from 1987!

Thank you for participating everyone. We'll have more of these over the next few months! #nwti #triviaanswer #nostalgia #nwakansas

2 months ago, NWTI

Here's a "classic" picture of the front of Northwest Technical Institute back when we weren't called "Northwest Technical Institute."

What year do you think the photo was taken? Post your guesses!

Do you have any memories of our school when the main building looked like this? Post those too! #nwti #nwti50thanniversary #nti #nwarkansas #vocationalschool

2 months ago, NWTI

"Arkansas' trade industry leaders are looking for ways to attract the next generation of workers, appealing to a younger generation with career training opportunities that include little to no debt..."

Northwest Technical Institute specializes in teaching life-changing skills. Testimonials from some of our graduates and former students coming soon! #nwti #skill #workforceeducation #nodebt #trades #students #votech #nwarkansas #careertraining

2 months ago, NWTI

At NWTI, we understand the critical role that skilled technicians play in the success of industrial operations. That’s why we offer short-term industry training programs designed to meet the workforce needs of local and regional employers.

Go to our website: nwti.edu for more information. #nwti #training #shorttermtraining #skilledtechnicians

3 months ago, NWTI

When the doors opened at "Northwest Vo-Tec" on August 11, 1975, the dream became a reality. Fast forward to September 22, 2025, the reality of providing Workforce Training Excellence to this region and state continues to be realized.

Join us on this journey! Everyone is welcome! #nwti #nwarkansas #workforceeducation #anniversary #votech #highereducation

3 months ago, NWTI

Arkansas Adult Education will be hosting an Open House on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Come and see us to learn how you can move ahead with the NWTI Adult Education Division! #adulteducation #nwarkansas #ged #adultlearner #nwti #openhouse #esl

3 months ago, NWTI

NWTI Adult Education Open House on September 18, 2025

This week, students and staff at NWTI got to hear from James Peterson of Advanced Technology Consultants (ATC). He also led a hands-on demonstration of the UR3.

The industry calls the UR3 a "collaborative robot." It moves more slowly and is considered safer than its counterparts. James selected 4 students from our Electronics and Automation Technology class to program the robot arm and test their completed work.

Thank you to James and ATC for a very interesting and informative session! #electronics #automation #advancedtechnologyconsultants #nwarkansas #nwti #ur3 #collaboration #atc

3 months ago, NWTI

No comment needed. #salute

3 months ago, NWTI

Yesterday, Wes Taylor, president of NWA Steel, made a presentation to our welding program students. He shared some of the best ways to do things, industry information, and career options with them.

Thank you for taking the time to come see us, Wes. NWA Steel remains a great partner and industry advisor for NWTI! #nwasteel #nwti #welding #nwarkansas

3 months ago, NWTI

Wes Taylor of NWA Steel speaks to our welding class

Just before the Weekend Welding! It looks like a mini field trip for NWTI's welding class today. But since they're dealing with acetylene torch training and tanks, the safest place to do that is outside of the "Byrd Welding Center!"

Still hard at it on a late Friday afternoon. Good job everyone! And yes, I spelled "acetylene" correctly without looking it up! #welding #nwti #nwarkansas #acetylene #weldersworld

4 months ago, NWTI

WELCOME STUDENTS! Yesterday was the first day of classes for the Fall Semester 2025.

Yesterday's classroom learning will launch our learners into hands-on experiences. Let's get to work to make this a successful semester! #fallsemester #nwti #northwesttechnicalinstitute #nwarkansas #WorkforceEducation #workforcedevelopment #welding #diesel #automotive #nursing #informationsystems #adulteducation

4 months ago, NWTI

Today was Fall 2025 New Student Orientation Day!

If we were issuing tickets, this event would've been SRO (standing room only). Our new school president, David Patty, led off the morning with a short welcome, and then it was straight to the matter at hand.

Since we brought everyone in pretty early, we made sure they had plenty of Mazzio's Pizza to eat before they left. Judging by the mountain of empty boxes, that gesture went over pretty well.

The first day of classes is next Monday, the 18th, and we look forward to seeing everyone then! #nwti #mazziospizza #fallsemester #students #orientation #welcome #nwarkansas

4 months ago, NWTI