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ETI School of Skilled Trades
Willowbrook, Illinois · Private for-profit career school
Address: 500 Joliet Road, Suite#100, Willowbrook, IL 60527 · Phone: (888) 830-7678 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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ETI School of Skilled Trades is a private for-profit trade school in Willowbrook, Illinois, offering HVAC and welding programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, ETI School of Skilled Trades has a 79.7% completion rate, above the Illinois average of 58.4%, with graduates carrying $9,500 median debt and earning $52,800 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at ETI School of Skilled Trades is $26,842, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 51.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,690 | $77,410 | $96,030 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 203 | $33,837 | $38,061 | $9,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 93 | $31,164 | $32,350 | $9,500 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
ETI School of Skilled Trades is a private for-profit trade school in Willowbrook, Illinois, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school's two program families are HVAC schools and welding schools, with HVAC (203 completers) and welding (93 completers) making up its top programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 79.7%, above the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $52,800. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $26,842, and 51.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enrolled.
With 443 undergraduates and 296 trade completers, this campus centers on hands-on HVAC and welding training rather than broad liberal-arts study, which may suit students seeking focused, shorter-term technical instruction. Program length details beyond completion counts are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm specific program duration and schedule directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
ETI School of Skilled Trades offers HVAC programs (203 completers) and welding programs (93 completers), its two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with a status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 79.7%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $52,800, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,842.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
ETI School of Skilled Trades is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition levels and the mix of federal aid students rely on; 51.8% of students here receive Pell Grants.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (888) 830-7678 or visit its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?244613.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on HVAC and welding trade training suggests it may suit those seeking focused technical skills, though specific program schedules for adult or career-changer fit are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly for details.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (888) 830-7678 for program-specific certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach ETI School of Skilled Trades at (888) 830-7678 or through its website, https://www.eticampus.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?244613 to compare institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.