http://www.perrytech.edu/ Perry Tech News en-us http://www.perrytech.edu/detail.html?newsid=17 The following programs have openings for upcoming start dates: April Automotive Technology Computer Applications & Office Administration June Machine Technology Visual Communication & Graphic Technology For information or to schedule a tour or test date, call the Admissions Office at (509) 453-0374 or toll-free (888) 528-8586 ... 2010-02-18 http://www.perrytech.edu/detail.html?newsid=17 http://www.perrytech.edu/detail.html?newsid=16 Chad Johnson had a college degree, a vocation in ministry and 10 years of work experience, but he still didn’t feel like he had a career. He decided to pursue his interest in art by enrolling in the Visual Communication & Graphic Technology Program at Perry Technical Institute. Johnson was recently honored as Perry Tech’s February Student of the Month. “Chad is an excellent example of hard work,” said Michael Malaska, head of Perry’s Visual Communication & Graphic Technology Program. “Every project, big or small, gets Chad’s full attention.” A Yakima native, Johnson graduated from Naches Valley High School in 1993 and earned a bachelor of arts degree in Biblical literature from Northwest University in Kirkland in 1998. After graduating from college, he worked in youth ministry at churches in Yakima, Vancouver and Aberdeen. To supplement his income, he worked in construction and did other odd jobs. After moving back to Yakima from Aberdeen in 2008, Johnson ... 2010-02-04 http://www.perrytech.edu/detail.html?newsid=16 http://www.perrytech.edu/detail.html?newsid=13 In response to the increasing demand for qualified legal assistants, Perry Technical Institute is adding a new training program. The 12-month Legal Assistant/Paralegal Program will prepare students for entry-level legal office jobs in businesses such as private law firms and government offices. “We are offering the Legal Assistant/Paralegal Program to meet an increasing demand for qualified legal assistants and to provide a practical and relevant educational experience for students,” said Nathan Hull, Perry’s dean of education. “This program will further enhance our current office programs by providing yet another avenue for students to specialize in.” The program is a combination of training in traditional office skills, soft skills and specialized legal skills. Paralegals are qualified to assist attorneys with legal tasks such as preparing case material and data prior to litigation while understanding and properly using legal terminology. During the first two ... 2010-01-07 http://www.perrytech.edu/detail.html?newsid=13