The Foundation: The PTI Octopus
Learners will spend up to six months on the PTI Developmental Octopus and will start earning revenue with three months of attendance.
PTI Opportunity Industries
Upon completing the developmental courses, each Learner will choose a minimum of three career tracks. This approach will provide them with many choices for a successful life.
Food Security
Leadership
Real Estate Development
Mass Communication
Music
Technology
Certificates Learners Will Earn
- Community Crime Prevention Specialist
- Trauma Healing Advocate
- Impulsive Merchandising Specialist
Completion Benefits
Each Learner will have, at a minimum:
- Three additional certifications based on their choice of industry
- Individual Development Account (IDA)
- 700 plus credit score
- By age 23, Learners will become a homeowner
Skin-In-The-Game
Skin In The Game (Tuition Cost) is a core principle of PTI Trade School because personal commitment increases the chance of some completing what they start. The Skin-In-The Game will cover instruction, books, supplies, housing, and transportation. Skin In The Game is $47,985.00 for the 36-month access to PTI and paid annually at $15,995.00.
When a Learner completes all requirements of PTI, their $47,985.00 will be returned to them via their IDA account to purchase a home or start a business.
Financial Aid
Seek to find a sponsor from a bank, local business, church, or the city or county government where you live. Speak to your caseworker to see if the state will cover your cost. Inform banks their support qualifies under CRA (Community Reinvestment Act), and let local businesses know you can repay the money monthly if you listen, follow instructions, and don’t quit.
PTI offers financing through third-party companies. Interest rates are based on the applicant's creditworthiness, while credit scores as low as 550 are approved. As a learner, you will earn a monthly income that will allow you to repay your loan. Listen, follow instructions, and don’t quit.