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Where will you be in two years? Whatever field you choose, a specialized degree from an accredited institution helps you build a career that's right for you. PIA graduates are able to take advantage of a nationwide market for highly-trained aviation maintenance and aviation electronics professionals. Over its 80-year history, graduates of PIA School of Specialized Technology have been placed with airlines, electronics, manufacturers, mechanical repair facilities, the space program, and a host of other industries. Even in today's competitive economy, career placements for graduating students and alumni of PIA continue to be extensive.

If you enjoy working with your hands and learning how modern machines and devices operate, then there's a good chance that one of PIA's Aviation programs is a perfect match for you.





    "Thank you very much for helping me fulfill my dreams.  The day I graduated from PIA was the first day of the rest of my life.  I love my job and I'm optimistic about my future.  Mr. Armstrong (instructor) changed my life and outlook on my future in many positive ways.  I couldn't be happier."
     

    PIA took me from my high school days of just "getting by" and passing the time until school was over, to preparing for an industry where school never ends. I recieved my A&P license in 1981, and went to work for Allegheny Commuter in Youngstown, OH, then Parkersburg, WV. Five years later I moved to Minneapolis, MN, to work for Northwest in the wheels and brakes shop. After finding out the real meaning of winter, I returned to the 'Burgh and USAir as it was called. I spent 18 years...