Student Services

Advising and Counseling

Career advising is available through instructors or Career Services. Career Services may be reached by phone at 509.453.0374 or in person in the Learning Resource Center.

Academic, attendance, and conduct advising is provided in tandem by the instructor, department head, and assigned program dean. Students in need of personal counseling may request services through their assigned dean. Counseling services are outsourced and will not be provided on campus.

Graduate Employment

As a student or graduate, Perry Technical Institute offers continuous career services to assist with:

1. Job search strategies

2. Resume and cover letter construction

3. Company and employment opportunity research

4. Job application completion

5. Mock interviews

While the school cannot guarantee employment upon completion of a training program, you may contact Career Services at career.services@perrytech.edu or 509.453.0374 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Student Accident Insurance

Perry Technical Institute mandates that every enrolled student must be covered by the school's student accident insurance, which provides coverage for accidents happening during on-campus training activities, off-campus fieldwork related to training, and unpaid externships. This insurance is mandatory, and the associated fee will be charged to the student's account each term. Details regarding student accident insurance and access to claim forms can be obtained through the Facilities & Safety Department.

Learning Resource System

The school’s Learning Resource System materials are integrated into the school’s curriculum and program requirements as a mechanism to enhance the educational process and to facilitate positive learning outcomes for students. Perry Technical Institute provides learning resource materials that are commensurate with the level of education provided and appropriate to the courses of study in sufficient quantity and scope to meet the educational objectives of each program. Perry Technical Institute has a partnership with the Yakima Valley Libraries which provides Perry students with 24/7 access to a complete collection of online libraries and databases. In addition, the library offers computers, books, internet access, and research assistance. Students will be required to obtain a Yakima Valley Library Card upon enrollment. Professional Truck Driving students are not required to receive a library card due to having free resources through “drivingtest.org.” Students will be trained to locate and use information through the learning resource system.

The PTI Learning Resource Center is located adjacent to the Student Center. The hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (excluding school closures and holidays).