Finishing Trades Institute of the Upper Midwest Email Format
ConstructionMinnesota, United States11-50 Employees
The Finishing Trades Institute of the Upper Midwest is an educational institution focused on developing skilled tradespeople in the construction sector. Based in the Minneapolis area, the organization provides training and certification for a range of trades, including painting, coating application, drywall finishing, glazing, glasswork, and sign technician work, along with an associate degree in Construction Technologies and a program for high school students. It serves high school students, seasoned workers, and other participants seeking career pathways, with connections to local employers that support networking opportunities throughout alumni careers. The institute has a history of community engagement and program expansion, including collaborations such as a recent partnership with the Minnesota Training Partnership. Overall, FTIUM positions itself within the construction education landscape as a provider of practical, credentialed pathways designed to advance professional qualifications in the Upper Midwest.