Launch Your Skilled Trade Career in Weeks, Not Years

Trade School in Fort Worth, TX — Elite Trade Institute

Elite Trade Institute is a career-focused trade school in Fort Worth, Texas, offering accelerated training programs in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building maintenance. Our programs are designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the skilled trades in weeks, not years. Whether you are starting a new career, transitioning from another industry, or looking to earn an industry-recognized certification, ETI provides the training and support you need to succeed.

WIOA-Approved & ETPL-Listed Training Provider

Elite Trade Institute is approved by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and listed on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL). Students who qualify may be eligible for tuition funding through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). WIOA funding is administered through Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County and can cover the cost of tuition, fees, and other training-related expenses for eligible individuals, including veterans, dislocated workers, and low-income adults.

Programs We Offer

Each program at Elite Trade Institute is delivered 100% online with access to cutting-edge virtual reality training tools. Students graduate with real-world skills and the confidence to enter the workforce prepared.

• HVAC Technician — Learn to install, service, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Includes EPA refrigerant handling preparation, electrical controls, and energy efficiency standards.
• Electrical Technician — Train in residential and commercial wiring, NEC code compliance, circuit design, and electrical troubleshooting for a career as an electrician or electrical technician.
• Plumbing Technician — Develop skills in pipe fitting, water supply systems, drainage, blueprint reading, and plumbing code compliance for residential and commercial settings.
• Building & Facilities Maintenance — Become a versatile maintenance professional with training in electrical basics, plumbing fundamentals, HVAC systems, OSHA safety compliance, and preventative maintenance planning.

Why Students Choose ETI

Students choose Elite Trade Institute because our programs are built for working adults. With 24/7 online access, flexible scheduling, and self-paced coursework, you can earn your certification without putting your life on hold. Our career services team works with local employers in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex to connect graduates with job opportunities in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance.

As a Texas Workforce Commission-approved school, ETI meets rigorous state standards for vocational education. Our listing on the ETPL means our programs have been reviewed and approved for quality, student outcomes, and alignment with employer demand in high-growth occupations.

Serving the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Elite Trade Institute serves students from across the DFW metroplex, including Arlington, Grand Prairie, Dallas, Mesquite, Irving, Denton, and surrounding communities. Our online programs are also available to students throughout the state of Texas looking for TWC-approved trade school training.

The Skilled Trades Are Growing — And the Workforce Needs You

The United States faces a shortage of nearly 439,000 skilled trade workers, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors (2025). As experienced tradespeople retire and construction, infrastructure, and building maintenance projects continue to expand, employers across Texas and the nation are actively recruiting trained HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, and maintenance professionals. Nearly 90% of skilled trades workers report career satisfaction (Angi, 2024), and top earners in these fields command salaries well above six figures — up to $106,000 for electricians, $103,000 for plumbers, and $87,000 for HVAC technicians.

Start Your Skilled Trade Career Today

The median annual salary for HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, and maintenance workers ranges from $59,810 to $62,970 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. At just $3,995 per program—a fraction of what traditional trade schools charge—and with WIOA funding available for eligible students, there has never been a better time to invest in a trade career. Contact Elite Trade Institute today to speak with an enrollment advisor and learn which program is right for you.