[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/blog\/partnership-provides-scholarships-for-veterans-enrolling-in-unitech-training-academys-new-electrical-program-in-lafayette\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/blog\/partnership-provides-scholarships-for-veterans-enrolling-in-unitech-training-academys-new-electrical-program-in-lafayette\/","headline":"PARTNERSHIP PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS FOR VETERANS ENROLLING IN UNITECH TRAINING ACADEMY\u2019S NEW ELECTRICAL PROGRAM IN LAFAYETTE","name":"PARTNERSHIP PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS FOR VETERANS ENROLLING IN UNITECH TRAINING ACADEMY\u2019S NEW ELECTRICAL PROGRAM IN LAFAYETTE","description":"LAFAYETTE \u2013 A new partnership between Unitech Training Academy, Acadiana Veteran Alliance, and The Boot will provide scholarships for Veterans…","datePublished":"2025-07-16","dateModified":"2025-10-21","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/author\/unitech1\/#Person","name":"unitech1","url":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/author\/unitech1\/","identifier":1,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4afc4160086f7bad2818e23ee4b094a7c0880439286ca7e407ab3af917b28246?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4afc4160086f7bad2818e23ee4b094a7c0880439286ca7e407ab3af917b28246?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Unitech Training Academy","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/UNITECH-Logo.png","url":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/UNITECH-Logo.png","width":800,"height":218}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/UTA-AVA-The-Boot-Electrical-Scholarships.png","url":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/UTA-AVA-The-Boot-Electrical-Scholarships.png","height":1080,"width":1080},"url":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/blog\/partnership-provides-scholarships-for-veterans-enrolling-in-unitech-training-academys-new-electrical-program-in-lafayette\/","about":["Blogs"],"wordCount":587,"articleBody":"LAFAYETTE \u2013 A new partnership between Unitech Training Academy, Acadiana Veteran Alliance, and The Boot will provide scholarships for Veterans interested in working in the electrical field.Six full scholarships are now available for Veterans enrolling in the Electrical program at Unitech Training Academy\u2019s Lafayette campus.\u201cInitiatives like this are important for Acadiana Veterans because they employ the AVA mission of \u2018hand up, not hand out,\u2019\u201d said Andrew Ward, AVA Founder and CEO. \u201cThe electrical trade is important and vital for our communities, and having Veterans step up and take the lead in these roles makes sense.\u201dAny Veteran in Louisiana can apply for the scholarship with Veterans from Acadiana strongly encouraged to apply. All applicants must show proof of service with a DD-214 form and must have a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma.\u201cAt Unitech Training Academy, we are committed to providing meaningful career opportunities for those who have served our country. This partnership with the Acadiana Veteran Alliance allows us to give back to our Veterans by equipping them with the skills needed to succeed in a high-demand industry,\u201d said Noah Brandon, Unitech Training Academy President. \u201cThe electrical trade is essential to our communities, and we are honored to support Veterans in taking the next step toward a stable and rewarding career.\u201dUnitech Training Academy launched its Electrical program in February at its Lafayette campus. The program equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the electrical industry.Students will perform installation tasks, services, and repairs, and will be taught by industry professionals. In addition, they will learn to inspect components such as transformers and circuit breakers and troubleshoot and repair electrical issues.\u201cWe are excited to partner with innovators like AVA and Unitech Training Academy. The Boot\u2019s mission is to retain, return, and recruit military talent in and to Louisiana, and this partnership creates a unique and strong training to career pipeline for our service members,\u201d said Ben Armstrong, The Boot CEO. \u00a0\u201cWe look forward to developing and strengthening more and more pathways for service members to thrive in Louisiana after service to our nation.\u201dGraduates of this enter the field as electrical trainees, ready to work with licensed contractors, electrical contracting companies, or union-based apprenticeship programs.Students can complete the program in less than five months. This includes 280 hours of learning\/lecture and 120 hours of hands-on learning in a shop setting. To apply, contact Unitech Training Academy\u2019s Lafayette Campus at (337) 988-6042.About Unitech Training AcademyUnitech Training Academy empowers students with career-focused education in healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. It operates six campuses across Louisiana and offers online programming in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. Through hands-on training and industry-relevant curricula, graduates are prepared for success in today\u2019s workforce.About Acadiana Veteran Alliance (AVA) The Mission of the AVA is to unite veterans, veteran-owned businesses, and all companies for a common purpose; supporting veterans in job creation and work placement, assisting veterans in mental health solutions, and funding existing veteran-focused philanthropies through focused efforts.\u00a0 To learn more: https:\/\/www.supportava.org.About The Boot The Boot offers transitioning military servicemembers a range of services, including direct connections to Louisiana communities and employers, linkage to educational opportunities, benefits and healthcare resources, and post service integration programs. By partnering with local businesses and organizations, The Boot aims to create a robust network of support that will help military service members build successful and fulfilling lives in Louisiana after service.\u00a0 To learn more: https:\/\/theboot.la\/"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"PARTNERSHIP PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS FOR VETERANS ENROLLING IN UNITECH TRAINING ACADEMY\u2019S NEW ELECTRICAL PROGRAM IN LAFAYETTE","item":"https:\/\/unitechta.edu\/blog\/partnership-provides-scholarships-for-veterans-enrolling-in-unitech-training-academys-new-electrical-program-in-lafayette\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]