Yuut Elitnaurviat (The People's Learning Center)

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Accredited

FAA, NCCER, State of Alaska Board of Nursing

Open

Enrollment

$5,000

Avg. Tuition

700

Total Students

Rural

Bethel, AK

Founded 2002

Includes dormitories, technical education support services building, trades shop, and a dental training clinic

About Yuut Elitnaurviat (The People's Learning Center)

Yuut Elitnaurviat is a regional vocational center in Bethel, Alaska, providing culturally relevant training for the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. It offers programs in aviation maintenance, construction, healthcare, and driver education to prepare local residents for high-wage jobs.

Trade Programs Available

Hvac TechnicianWeldingElectricianPlumbingAutomotive TechnicianMedical AssistantDental AssistantCdl TrainingCarpentryIt Networking

Programs Offered

Aviation Maintenance Technician

Certificate

Duration: 18 months
Tuition: $15,000

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certificate

Duration: 1 month
Tuition: $2,000

Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A

Certificate

Duration: 2 months
Tuition: $5,000

Construction Trades

Certificate

Duration: Varies
Tuition: $3,000

Welding Academy

Certificate

Duration: Varies
Tuition: $3,000

Learning Format

Student-to-Instructor Ratio
10:1
Hands-On Training
80%
Start Dates
Cohort-based or Monthly
Externship
Included

Schedule Options

Day Classes Evening Classes Online Available Hybrid Available

Admissions

Open

Enrollment

18+

Minimum Age

Free

Application Fee

Admission Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 18 years of age
  • TABE test
  • Background check
  • Drug screening for certain programs
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Cost & Financial Aid

Average Tuition $5,000
Books & Supplies $500
Equipment Fees $200
Estimated Total $5,700

Financial Aid Options

Financial Aid Available GI Bill Accepted WIA Approved Payment Plans

Available Scholarships

  • AVCP Tribal Workforce Development
  • Calista Education and Culture Scholarship

Graduate Outcomes

85%

Graduation Rate

90%

Job Placement Rate

95%

Licensure Pass Rate

Salary Information

$65,000

Average Starting Salary

Top Employers

Alaska AirlinesDonlin GoldLynden Inc.Yukon-Kuskokwim Health CorporationAssociation of Village Council Presidents

Student Services

Job Placement Assistance Career Services Tutoring Available Housing Assistance

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