Do What You Love. Learn it here!

We offer degree and certificate programs that provide the education and training you'll need to enter dozens of industries. Don't settle for a job — start a career with a solid education from Bates Technical College. Call us today at 253.680.7002 to find out how.

Learn for Fun, Learn for Life.

Build new job skills or just learn something for fun. Whether for professional development or personal enrichment, you'll find something worthwhile in our Extended Learning classes. Go to www.bates.ctc.edu/ExtendedLearning for more information.

Apprenticeships in 16 Disciplines

Bates registers over 1,500 apprentices annually and currently operates 16 different apprenticeship disciplines. We offer both classroom and on-the-job training opportunities, with wages beginning at a percentage of the journey-level rate. Call us at 253.680.7402 to find out more!

Assessment and Testing Services

Our Assessment Center offers testing services to students and the community, including COMPASS, CLEP and GED. We also offer Career Explorer, a battery of tests that can help you make important career decisions based on personal abilities, aptitudes, interests and personality style. Call 253.680.7030 for more information on available testing services.