History of MTI
Mitchell Technical Institute (MTI) opened in 1968 in a system of post-high
school vocational technical education in South Dakota that included four
area institutes and the South Dakota Office of Adult, Vocational and Technical
Education. More than 12,000 individuals have graduated from MTI since
it opened. The central mission of the Institute has been to provide job
preparatory programs on a full- or part-time basis to all who can benefit.
The main campus
is located at 821 North Capital Street in Mitchell, South Dakota. MTI
facilities include the West
Campus at 601 South Ohlman Street and the Technology
Center at 1800 East Spruce.
The Institute is governed by the Board of Education of the Mitchell School
District 17-2 and operates under rules and regulations set forth by the
South Dakota Board of Education. The Institute enjoys a close relationship
with Mitchell and the James River Valley community. MTI has established
advisory committees of community and regional representatives who provide
program input and support.
MTI takes pride in the quality of its technical programs, in the high
rate of graduate placement, and in the rapid adaptability to business
and industry needs by developing new programs and adding new dimensions
to existing programs.
MTI takes pride in offering general education courses applicable in the
technical world. Community and advisory committee input enables MTI to
adapt to changing technologies, employer expectations, student interests,
and employment opportunities.
MTI also strives to meet the needs of the community through adult, business,
and industrial training programs. Services available to the general public
include preparatory classes in communications and math, community education
courses, and business and industry training programs. Programs range from
day-long business training to 24 month-long programs.
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