The National Training Institute Professional Education (I-Group) Vision

To prepare JATC & AJATC instructors to be the best that they can be through high-quality training, connecting activities, and through the support of professional education faculty.

Professional Element

The “professional element” of the I Group is based on several core components:

  • The 4-year program is the major emphasis and focal point of the electrical training ALLIANCE’s National Training Institute in Michigan.
  • The Professional Sequence begins with basic “foundation” courses and each ensuing year’s offering should build upon previous learning.
  • The program will include courses which are relevant to all participants and which relate to the particular teaching assignments and settings of JATC/AJATC instructors.
  • The Advanced Studies program offers NTI graduates and other qualified individuals the opportunity to seek advanced skills and knowledge related to the improvement of technical training.

Courses

First Year

Course 10: Principles of Learning
Course 11: Elements of Trade Teaching

Second Year

Course 20: Designing, Developing, and Delivering Instruction
Course 21: Introduction to Instructional Technology

Third Year

Course 30: Performance Evaluation
Course 32: Teaching and Managing in a Technical Laboratory

Fourth Year

Course 41: Discussion Methods
Course 42: Creating an Active Training Environment

Advanced Studies

Course 65: Advances in Electrical Training
Course 71: Innovative and Evidence-Based Practices (EBP) in the Blended Learning Classroom
Course 75: Advanced Teaching Skills Using Blended Learning
Course 80: Applied Experiences in Electrical Training