About Atomic Technical Institute
ATI exists to turn Richland's unmatched commercial and government nuclear and technical heritage into real careers for the next generation. We're a licensed post-secondary trade school focused on practical, hands-on training for the high-responsibility roles our regional industries - and the nation - depend on.
The road to ATI
A Richland-built school didn't appear overnight. Here's the arc.
- 1943
Hanford begins
The Manhattan Project lands in Richland. A workforce culture of precision, safety, and service takes root.
- 1970s
Decades of expertise
Generations of nuclear, radiological, and environmental workers build deep regional know-how.
- 2019
The gap
Contractors report a widening skills gap. Seasoned techs retire faster than local schools can train replacements.
- 2025
ATI founded
Atomic Technical Institute is chartered in Richland to train the next generation for the careers the Tri-Cities depend on.
- 2026
Accreditation
Licensed by the WA State Training Board. CSU agreement delivers up to 48 transferable credits.
- 2026
DOE NTC reciprocity
One of several organizations nationwide with DOE National Training Center reciprocity certification (select programs).
- 1943
Hanford begins
The Manhattan Project lands in Richland. A workforce culture of precision, safety, and service takes root.
- 1970s
Decades of expertise
Generations of nuclear, radiological, and environmental workers build deep regional know-how.
- 2019
The gap
Contractors report a widening skills gap. Seasoned techs retire faster than local schools can train replacements.
- 2025
ATI founded
Atomic Technical Institute is chartered in Richland to train the next generation for the careers the Tri-Cities depend on.
- 2026
Accreditation
Licensed by the WA State Training Board. CSU agreement delivers up to 48 transferable credits.
- 2026
DOE NTC reciprocity
One of several organizations nationwide with DOE National Training Center reciprocity certification (select programs).
What we are
A licensed post-secondary vocational school recognized by the Washington State Training Board. We teach career-focused, hands-on technical programs for people ready to step into high-responsibility roles.
Where we are
Richland, Washington - known as the Atomic City. Minutes from the Hanford Site.
Who we train
Students starting a new career, workers upskilling, and employers who need their teams certified on the safety and technical standards the industries around us demand. The Tri-Cities labor market is small but specialized - see the live Hanford workforce analytics for cohort-by-cohort hiring trends.
Our accreditations
Licensed by the WA State Training Board, agreement with CSU (up to 48 transfer credits), and one of several organizations nationwide with DOE National Training Center reciprocity certification (select programs).
