Speak to one of our career advisors to help you choose the program that's the best fit for your career goals.
All industry exam costs are on us. Plus — personalized support from our industry-certified faculty until you are successfully certified.
We’ll walk you step by step through the eligibility, financial aid support, and application steps required to successfully join CIAT.
Our Career Services Team focuses on both your professional and personal development to help prepare you for your ideal career.
At CIAT, you are more than just a number. Commitment to student success is what drives us, from the first day of class all the way through program completion and job placement.
Book an appointment with one of our Admissions Advisors for personalized guidance on building your education plan.
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Book an appointment with one of our Advisors to determine which credits can be applied towards your program.
At CIAT, we strive to give not only our students but our employees the tools to succeed and build their careers. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits packages, competitive salaries, and the flexibility and support for our faculty and staff to thrive.
Our employees at CIAT are passionate about making a difference in the lives of their students. CIAT cultivates passion, innovation, an eagerness to learn, and a community-oriented mindset where we encourage our employees to find and follow their purpose. We are a team, and together with respect, support and inspiration, we support you through all stages of your life and career.
Explore CIAT’s current job openings at both our California and New Mexico institutions.
CIAT proudly announces its exceptional recognition as a leading workplace in San Diego for the second consecutive year! This recognition is featured by the San Diego Tribune in its annual workplace survey.
We are passionate about education and student success.
We value integrity and excellence in our employees and students.
We treat ourselves and our students with dignity and respect.
We believe in and encourage innovation at our school to better help our students succeed.
We have a customer-centric focus: we want people highly committed to achieving goals where our success equals student’s success.
We are accountable for our actions, and if errors occur, we focus on preventing future errors and moving forward.
We have a growth mindset: we’re always looking for ways to improve, with a sincere belief that every student can achieve their goals.
We expect every employee to be an example of conduct and professionalism, being a role model to students and colleagues.
We’re in tune with the times, things have changed – and we are evolving our practices together. We’re proud to say that most of our employees enjoy of fully remote positions and flexible schedules. Also included in CIATs offerings are competitive salaries and benefits packages such as health insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with a match, paid time off and holiday pay, corporate discounts and more!
We know our employees strive each day to make a difference, that’s why we show our appreciation by offering competitive compensation and benefits packages to eligible employees
Competitive Salaries
Paid holidays and personal time off
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Corporate discounts on restaurants, retail, travel and more
401(k) Match
The health of our team is a top priority at CIAT. Multiple positions offer flexible schedules that encourage a healthy work-life balance, as well as other resources for physical and mental wellness:
Work/life balance
Counseling support through Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Challenges and Team Building Events
We encourage not only our students to learn, but our staff as well. Employees can take advantage of the many resources CIAT offers that enable them to continue learning and grow their careers:
Up to 100% tuition coverage for CIAT certificate and degree programs
Training and career growth opportunities
Positive, team-oriented culture
At CIAT, we've built something special - a workplace where your growth matters just as much as our students' success. Whether you are hired in California or New Mexico, our team members enjoy the kind of benefits that make a real difference in their lives from competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to a completely remote environment that gives you the freedom to excel in your career while being present for life's meaningful moments. When your workday ends, simply close your laptop and you're already home with your family - no commute, just the flexibility and support you need to thrive both professionally and personally.
What really sets us apart is how we invest in our people. Whether you're pursuing advanced certifications or exploring new career skills, we'll accompany your growth every step of the way. Our team members have access to resources, guidance, and the encouragement they need to reach their goals.
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GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. CIAT is approved to offer VA benefits. *Financial aid is available for those who qualify. *Students are encouraged to take certification exams while actively enrolled in their Certificate or Degree program. Unlimited certification exam attempts expire 180 days after graduation. Select exams are not eligible for unlimited retakes - see certification exam policy for details. Certifications or courses may change to address industry trends or improve quality
