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ARIZONA'S SKILLED LABOR SHORTAGE IS REACHING A BREAKING POINT

Arizona is one of the fastest-growing states in the U.S., and we have a problem. A big one.

THE AVERAGE TRADESPERSON IS OVER 50, AND FOR EVERY THREE WHO RETIRE, ONLY ONE NEW WORKER TAKES THEIR PLACE.

Arizona Runs on Skilled Trades—But We're Running Out of Workers.

Skilled workers keep our homes comfortable, our roads safe, our clinics open, and our planes in the air. Here are just a few of the careers Arizona desperately needs right now:

  • Automotive Technicians
  • Collision Repair Professionals
  • Construction Workers
  • Dental Assistants
  • Diesel Technicians
  • Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
  • Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs)
  • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technicians
  • Medical Assistants
  • Mental and Social Health Technicians
  • Nursing Assistants
  • Pet Groomers
  • Pharmacy Technicians
  • Physical Therapy Technicians
  • Plumbing Service and Repair Technicians
  • Veterinary Assistants
  • Welding Technicians

While the skilled labor shortage grows, thousands of students at EVIT are choosing to be part of the solution.

With over 40 career-focused programs—from aviation to health care to skilled trades—EVIT equips students with industry certifications, real-world experience, and the confidence to enter the workforce, often debt-free.

But not every student has what they need to stay on track.

Every student we support is one more skilled worker ready to step in—on the jobsite, in the clinic, under the hood, or behind the scenes—doing the essential work Arizona depends on.

Be Part of the Solution and Help us invest in the students who are investing in Arizona’s future.

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The Real Barrier Isn’t the Classroom—It’s Everything Around It

EVIT students are training for the careers Arizona urgently needs. But for many, the challenge isn’t the coursework—it’s staying enrolled.

The costs can be overwhelming for some—especially for students from low-income families, single-parent homes, or those supporting themselves.

Without help, some are forced to walk away before they ever reach the workforce.

Your Support Helps Students Stay in School and Reach Their Goals

The EVIT Foundation provides need-based scholarships that remove financial barriers and help students stay enrolled in their career training programs. With help from generous donors, we make it possible for students to focus on learning—not how they’ll afford to stay in school. Your support directly funds these scholarships, giving students the opportunity to complete their education and build successful futures.

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AT EVIT, CAREER DREAMS COME TO LIFE!

EVIT provides hands-on training for high school students and adults, equipping them with real-world skills and industry-standard certifications.

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