What is a non-traditional student?
The state of Arizona defines non-traditional as occupational training
or fields of work for which individuals from one gender comprise less
than 25% of the individuals employed in the work force.
EVIT's definition of a non-traditional (or "non-trad") is a student who
has accepted the challenge, with courage and commitment, to enroll in a
program that is not considered traditional for his/her gender.
Why are non-traditional students valued and important?
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Employers will give first consideration to non-trad applicants in
regards to interviewing and employment opportunities. Employers need and
want EVIT non-trad program completers!
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Non-traditional students create employment opportunities for future
generations by breaking stereotypes and closing the gender gap in the
workforce.
- Just one non-trad alone can change the lives of many students who are afraid to follow the career of their dreams.
Male students are considered non-traditional and needed for the following EVIT programs:
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Cosmetology
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Early Childhood Education
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All Health Programs
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Massage Therapy
Female students are considered non-traditional and needed for the following EVIT programs:
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Automotive Technology
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Aviation Flight & Systems Training
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Collision Repair
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Construction Technologies
- Criminal Justice
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Culinary Arts
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Diesel Technologies
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Fire Science Academy
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Heating, Ventilation and Air Condition
- Machining Technology
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Radio/Audio Production
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Video Productions
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Welding
If you are a high school student looking to explore your
options in a non-traditional career and would like a free career
assessment and advisement session, please call 480-461-4000.