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Personal Trainer Career Training with NASM curriculum and NASM CPT certification preparation

Press Release – For Immediate Release

Colorado Springs, Colorado – IntelliTec College now offers hands-on career training and personal training certification preparation. Personal trainers enjoy rewarding careers with increasing employment opportunities. Classes for the 15-month Associate of Occupational Studies Degree program begin February 21^st.

Personal training is a fulfilling career in which both the trainer and client benefit. Program supervisor Chip Huss says “anyone who has the desire, passion and ability to teach, motivate and inspire others to change their lives for the better would be a good fit for this program.” (more…)

What is an Auto Technician? Learn about: automotive mechanic careers, auto mechanic certification and auto repair salary

What is an auto technician, and what is this career like in 2012? Ever changing technology has made automotive mechanic careers a bit more complex than previous decades. Employers highly value automotive technicians that have successfully completed an auto technician training program and will usually pay more for those who hold an additional auto mechanic certification or two, such as ASE or Snap-on.

If you’ve been thinking about a career as an auto technician or auto mechanic, read on to find out how you can boost your job prospects and potential salary.

Train hands-on at a reputable auto mechanic school like IntelliTec College. Receive auto technician training and hands-on experience with state of the art tools, equipment and diagnostic computers and become fully prepared to begin your professional career as an automotive technician. (more…)

IntelliTec College Student Ambassadors Help Feed Local Homeless

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Grand Junction, Colorado – IntelliTec College students participated in a new community outreach activity by feeding the hungry at a local homeless shelter shortly after Christmas.

The Student Ambassadors club at IntelliTec College came together to volunteer at the Homeward Bound homeless shelter on December 28^th. 12 students, 3 of their family members and Dean of Students Shelby Maloney provided, prepared and served dinner for 150 people. (more…)

Massage Therapist career training program

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Pueblo, Colorado – Student and instructor volunteers from IntelliTec College’s Massage Therapy program and Massage Clinic gave free chair massages and spa packages at a local Breast Cancer Awareness event on October 6^th,. The event raised more than $15,000 and attracted hundreds of attendees. Proceeds were donated to Parkview’ Dorcy Cancer Research Center at St. Mary Corwin hospital in Pueblo. Over 200 exhibitors from local businesses provided products or services for attendees to enjoy.

Donations consisted of collective proceeds from an entrance fee paid by every attendee, t-shirts purchases and personal donations.  IntelliTec purchased event t-shirts to further contribute to this cause.

Charitable events such as this one are extremely popular with IntelliTec College students and staff alike and seem to draw much admiration from the community. (more…)

Career Advancement Options for HVAC Technicians

You’ve got a career as an HVAC Technician. Now it’s time to figure out how to advance in your career. Of course knowledge, skill and experience are the keys to gaining advancement in any career. But here, IntelliTec’s HVAC Program Supervisor Eric Seltenright reveals more about the specific steps you can take to make HVAC career advancement happen sooner.

1. What are the best jobs an experienced HVAC Technician can get?
2. How can HVAC grads advance their careers?

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Entry Level HVAC Jobs

Now that you’ve made the step to get your HVAC Technician training, you’re probably wondering what happens after graduation. Will you get hired right away? Who hires new grads? Wonder no more. IntelliTec’s HVAC training Program Supervisor Eric Seltenright gives some advice on how to find and get hired for the best entry level HVAC jobs out there.

1. What are the best jobs an entry level HVAC graduate can get?
2. What HVAC Technician jobs are in the most demand?
3. What are the top three things employers look for in a candidate applying for HVAC jobs?
4. Who is currently hiring HVAC grads in Colorado Springs? (more…)

IntelliTec College NASM Personal Trainer Program

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Contact: Rachel Southard
(805) 630-6764
rachel.southard@nasm.org

The global leader in health and fitness education and IntelliTec College in Colorado Springs join forces to create new hands-on Professional Fitness Training Program

Calabasas, Calif. (December 20, 2011)— Today the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and IntelliTec College announced a strategic academic partnership to deliver the top health and fitness curriculum and training methodology in a hands-on, classroom setting to individuals seeking to become a personal fitness trainer.

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HVAC Careers

So you’re thinking about a career in HVAC and refrigeration – good choice! This article gives you free, solid advice from a highly skilled and experienced HVAC instructor. It might just help you take that career-changing leap. IntelliTec College’s HVAC training Program Supervisor, Eric Seltenright, answers some of the most common questions asked by prospective HVAC students.

1. What are the different HVAC career possibilities?
2. What type of person makes a good HVAC Technician?
3. What are the hours like for HVAC Technicians?
4. What are the working conditions like for a HVAC Technician? (more…)

HVAC Careers Advice

As a potential HVAC Technician student, you probably have some questions about HVAC careers and HVAC jobs. Well we have the answers. We interviewed Eric E. Seltenright, an expert in the HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) field. He is an experienced HVAC/R Instructor and an esteemed Program Supervisor for IntelliTec College’s Refrigeration & AC-HVAC Technician program in Colorado Springs. (more…)

IntelliTec College Sponsors Zonta Glass Slipper Ball - 2012

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Colorado Springs, Colorado – For the second year in a row, IntelliTec College in Colorado Springs will be a top sponsor to the Zonta Foundation Glass Slipper Ball. This charitable event plays a huge roll in improving the lives of girls and women both locally and globally. IntelliTec College has chosen to take part in their cause. (more…)