Funding Your Future
Discover how Tradez Institute helps you invest in your skilled trades career with a variety of funding and payment options.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Funding
Tradez Institute is an approved training provider on Arizona's Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL). This means that eligible individuals may be able to receive financial assistance to cover tuition and other approved costs for our programs through WIOA Title I funds. WIOA is a federally funded program designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor market. Learn more about WIOA at the U.S. Department of Labor.
How to Determine Eligibility:
Eligibility for WIOA funding is determined by your local ARIZONA@WORK office or Local Workforce Development Board (LWDB), not by Tradez Institute. We encourage prospective students interested in WIOA funding to contact their local ARIZONA@WORK office to learn about eligibility requirements, application processes, and available funding.
Important Considerations:
- Tradez Institute can provide general information about WIOA and confirm our status as an eligible training provider.
- However, Tradez Institute cannot determine your WIOA eligibility, guarantee WIOA funding, or assure enrollment through WIOA.
- Approval for WIOA funding is subject to meeting federal, state, and local eligibility criteria, and the availability of funds.
Tuition Payment & Discount Opportunities
Payment Options
Pay in Full: Credit card, Amazon Pay, and cash pay options are available. All transactions are handled through Stripe.
Flexible Financing: We offer options to make training more affordable. Choose from short-term interest-free plans like Pay in 4 (Klarna, Inc.) or longer-term plans through Affirm that spread your cost over 12 or 18 months. These options can lower your monthly payment and help fit tuition into your budget.
How it works: Pay in 4 splits your balance into four payments due every two weeks. 12- and 18-month plans are offered through Affirm (subject to credit approval) and may carry interest depending on the plan you choose. Availability, rates, and approval vary by state and lender.
Note: Not all financing programs are available in every state. Tradez does not underwrite or guarantee third-party loan terms — providers (e.g., Klarna, Affirm) determine eligibility and rates. For CA residents, certain Klarna products may be made or arranged pursuant to a California Financing Law license.
Contact our admissions team to discuss which payment plan could work best for you — we can help walk you through options and next steps. Get in Touch.
Additional Information
Scholarships: Tradez Institute periodically offers in-house and external scholarship programs. Check the latest course catalog for current opportunities.
Other Loans & Federal Student Aid (Title IV): Tradez Institute currently does not offer or accept Title IV federal student aid. We do not partner with any external lenders, nor do we offer internal student loan programs.
Military or VA Benefits: We are currently not an approved institution for GI Bill® or other VA educational benefits.
Payment for Services: Unless tuition and fees are covered by an approved third-party funding source like WIOA, all tuition and fees are paid directly to the institution by students under the payment schedules outlined in Section 6 of the Course Catalog.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How does WIOA funding work if I'm eligible?
If you are deemed eligible for WIOA funding by your local ARIZONA@WORK office or LWDB, they will coordinate payment for approved program costs directly with Tradez Institute, typically through an Individual Training Account (ITA). You won't receive the funds directly; they are paid to the school for your training.
What if I'm not eligible for WIOA or other discounts?
You can still enroll by paying in full or exploring third-party financing options like Klarna, which allows you to split payments. Please review the "Payment Options" section on this page for more details.
For additional guidance on funding your skilled trades education and overcoming common barriers, check out our helpful resources:
Who can I contact for more questions about funding my education at Tradez?
For questions about our programs and general payment options, please contact Tradez Institute admissions at info@thetradez.com or call us at (877) 409-6065. For specific questions about WIOA eligibility, you'll need to contact your local ARIZONA@WORK office.
How do Pay in 4 and 12/18‑month financing options work, and am I eligible?
Pay in 4 (Klarna) splits your balance into four interest-free payments. Our 12‑ and 18‑month plans are offered through Affirm. Approval, rates, and availability are determined by the financing provider.
See the Payment Options section above for details, and contact admissions if you want help comparing plans or starting an application.
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