{"id":15511,"date":"2026-06-03T10:17:21","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T16:17:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/wasatchjr\/?page_id=15511"},"modified":"2026-09-02T09:07:33","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T15:07:33","slug":"granite-technical-institute","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/wasatchjr\/counseling-center\/granite-technical-institute\/","title":{"rendered":"Granite Technical Institute"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/gti\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"433\" data-attachment-id=\"15512\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/wasatchjr\/counseling-center\/granite-technical-institute\/image-48\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/wasatchjr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/102\/2026\/05\/image-41.png\" data-orig-size=\"768,433\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"image\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/wasatchjr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/102\/2026\/05\/image-41.png\" src=\"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/wasatchjr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/102\/2026\/05\/image-41.png\" alt=\"Click here to explore the gti\" class=\"wp-image-15512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/wasatchjr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/102\/2026\/05\/image-41.png 768w, https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/wasatchjr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/102\/2026\/05\/image-41-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/schools.graniteschools.org\/wasatchjr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/102\/2026\/05\/image-41-150x85.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the Granite Technical Institute?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Granite Technical Institute (GTI)&nbsp;provides hands-on technical education and training to 9-12th graders.&nbsp;Most of the classes are concurrent enrollment (a college class offered to high school students) allowing students to easily earn high school and college credit.&nbsp;Some of the programs provide a pathway to certification by high school graduation (i.e. In the Health Science program students can become a certified C.N.A. by high school graduation). Students who attend the GTI receive specialized training in their field that will help them get into programs of higher learning or receive a professional job.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What programs are available at GTI?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GTI offers classes in the following programs: Agriculture Science, Education Academy, Aviation, Biotechnology, Construction Trades, Culinary Arts, Criminal Justice, Health Science, Information Technology, Technology and Engineering, and Academies of Business.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See what classes are offered in each program by viewing the&nbsp;<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1aw2REgqkIQSsi40bESzrCZ9EZqjLX_TE\/view\">GTI Quick Glance (PDF)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"GTI Program Pics\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/g8jSKnUvclY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"GTI Promo Video 20251006\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JmRTqlOjfxo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why should I attend the GTI?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Attending the GTI is essentially a massive life hack for high school students\u2014whether you are aiming for a four-year university or wanting to jump straight into the workforce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a breakdown of the top reasons why you should attend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. It\u2019s a Massive Boost for College Applications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a huge misconception that technical centers are only for students who don&#8217;t want to go to college. In reality, it makes you a much more competitive applicant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stand Out:<\/strong> Admissions officers see hundreds of identical resumes. Having a professional certification (like nursing) proves you are driven.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Show, Don&#8217;t Tell:<\/strong> It proves to colleges that you actually take advantage of unique opportunities, leadership roles, and hands-on experiences.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. You Get a Head Start on Your Career<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead of waiting until college to start learning your trade, the GTI lets you build a portfolio or log professional hours early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Earn Required Hours:<\/strong> If you want to go into medicine, many college programs require hands-on patient hours before you can even apply. The GTI lets you knock these out ahead of time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build Elite Skills:<\/strong> Want to work somewhere like Pixar? You can start mastering animation tools and software years before your peers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Low-Risk, Low-Cost Career Testing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">College is an incredibly expensive place to figure out what you <em>don&#8217;t<\/em> want to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The &#8220;Blood Test&#8221;:<\/strong> The text notes students who entered the medical program only to realize they couldn&#8217;t handle the sight of blood. Discovering that at the GTI costs you next to nothing; discovering it in a college lecture hall costs thousands of dollars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No Academic Penalties:<\/strong> Colleges can penalize or even dismiss students who spend too many semesters changing majors and wandering through degrees. The GTI gives you a safe space to explore your talents risk-free.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Better Side Hustles to Pay for College<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you don&#8217;t want to do this specific job forever, a GTI certification gives you an immediate financial upgrade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Working as a certified dental hygienist or technician while in college pays significantly more than a standard fast-food or retail job.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better pay means less student debt and a more flexible schedule while you finish your degree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Bottom Line:<\/strong> Attending the GTI isn&#8217;t about bypassing college\u2014it&#8217;s about preparing smarter, saving money, and testing out your dreams before you have to pay full price for them.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What specific career path or program at the GTI are you most curious about exploring?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is the Granite Technical Institute? 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