Question 1

Are the trade programs at Night School the same as the High School?

Accepted Answer

Although there is a lot of overlap between the high school program and the night school, not ALL of the shops are offered at night time as they are during the day. 
To see a current listing of the night courses please go here.(https://registration.xendirect.com/montytechnights/categorySearch.cfm?category=1)

Question 2

How do I become a licensed Plumber in the state of Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

These are the state regulated requirements on how to become eligible to sit for the MA Plumbing Journeyman’s exam.
 • Experience.6,800 clock hours as a licensed apprentice working under the direct supervision of a MA licensed master plumber or under the direct supervision of a MA licensed journeyman plumber who is in the employ of a master plumber. Helping students find an apprenticeship is not a service we provide. Please see “How to get an apprenticeship” to learn more. 
 • Education. Documentary proof of having received a high school diploma or the equivalent; and 550 clock hours of plumbing and gasfitting theory. This is done in 110 blocks per year, which are called Tiers. Students cannot do more than 165 hours of classroom instruction per year, and must do their instruction in 110 hour blocks.
 • NOTE: Apprentices must begin their education program within nine months of the initial issuance of their apprentice license. How to apply for an apprentice license can be found here.(https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-an-apprentice-plumber-license)
Monty Tech School of Continuing Education runs each Tier once a year starting in September and ending approximately in late February, early March. Students must complete all 5 tiers, and acquire the required hours of hands-on experience in order to be eligible to sit for their Journeyman’s license exam.

Question 3

How do I become a licensed Electrician in the state of Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

These are the state regulated requirements on how to become eligible to sit for the MA Electrical Journeyman’s exam.

• Experience. 8,000 hours of employment as an apprentice under the direct supervision of a MA Class B Journeyman license. Helping students find an apprenticeship is not a service we provide. Please see “How to get an apprenticeship” to learn more. 
 • Education. 600 hours of classroom instruction in electrical code and theory from an approved school based on the current National Electrical Code. This is taught in 4 levels of 150 hours each, called Modules. Students cannot do more than 150 hours of classroom instruction per year, and must complete instruction in 150 hour blocks.

The Monty Tech School of Continuing Education is an approved institution by the Massachusetts State Board of Electrical Examiners to teach classroom instruction in electrical code and theory. The school utilizes 4 Modules with 150 hours of classroom training in electrical code and theory, meeting state requirements.

Question 4

How to get an apprenticeship:

Accepted Answer

Monty Tech School of Continuing Ed. does not provide services to help students acquire an apprenticeship. In order to get an apprenticeship, students must contact local companies, and inquire if they have apprenticeship opportunities. If the company needs proof of enrollment in the night school, we can provide documentation as needed.

Those who seek further assistance in finding an apprenticeship may reach out to MassHire North Central Career Center.

To Register or update your information with MassHire, please visit JobQuest at www.mass.gov/jobquest,(http://www.mass.gov/jobquest) and register for a Career Center Seminar in Leominster . Once completed, one of the MassHire Counselors will reach out to begin assisting you.

Question 5

Practical Nursing (PN) Program:

Accepted Answer

The Practical Nursing Program is separate from the School of Continuing Education. You can find the information about Monty Tech’s LPN Program here.(https://www.montytech.net/LPN)

Question 6

Just finished my career course, how do I find a job?

Accepted Answer

Any employment opportunities shared with SCE are given to the students via email throughout the course. Those who seek further assistance in finding employment may reach out to MassHire North Central Career Center.

To Register or update your information with MassHire, please visit JobQuest at www.mass.gov/jobquest,(http://www.mass.gov/jobquest) and register for a Career Center Seminar in Leominster . Once completed, one of the MassHire Counselors will reach out to begin assisting you.
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Question 7

Do you have HiSET or GED Courses?

Accepted Answer

GED Test Preparation courses are available online. Admission is rolling so you can enroll at any time. These courses can be found through ed2go here.(https://www.ed2go.com/montytech/SearchResults.aspx?SearchTerms=GED)

For those seeking more information about acquiring their HiSET or GED in the state of Massachusetts, please seek more information here.(https://www.doe.mass.edu/hse/)

Question 8

Do you accept Financial Aid?

Accepted Answer

Although we do not accept Financial Aid at this time, we do have zero-interest Payment Plans for all Career Courses. Payment plans come in a Monthly, Bi-Weekly, or Weekly options where you complete your course debt free. To Enroll in a payment plan please contact the office prior to registering.

Question 9

What courses are eligible for Payment Plans?

Accepted Answer

Specific Career Pathway courses are eligible for payment plans. To inquire if a class is eligible for a Payment Plan, please contact the office.

Question 10

How do I register if my employer or another funding source is paying for my course?

Accepted Answer

To do this, you must register either over the phone, or in person. You must also provide a letter from either your employer, or outside funding source, indicating they will be covering the cost of your course. This must be provided before the first night of class, or your seat in the class will be forfeited.

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