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For decades, the Phoenix Valley has known The Refrigeration School, Inc. (RSI) as a premier destination for HVAC/R, electrical, and welding training. Founded in 1965, RSI has spent over 60 years empowering thousands of students to build steady futures in the skilled trades.
Now, we are preparing for an excited evolution. StrataTech Education Group has announced that RSI will unify with the Tulsa Welding School (TWS) national network and officially become Tulsa Welding School.
Why We Are Becoming TWS Phoenix
RSI and Tulsa Welding School have been sister schools under the StrataTech family since 2009. In fact, RSI has been using Tulsa Welding School’s industry-aligned welding curriculum for years. By officially unifying under the TWS brand, we are streamlining our identity to better serve our students, our alumni, and the employer networks that rely on us.
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This new identity allows us to harness Tulsa Welding School’s nationwide reputation as a leader in technical education. It will further strengthen our relationships with local and national businesses, helping us remain a trusted provider of career training and workforce solutions in the Southwest.
While our name is changing, the core values that defined RSI will remain identical. Our hands-on training, dedicated instructors, students support resources, and deep commitment to the Phoenix community aren’t going anywhere.
What This Means for Current and Future
If you are currently enrolled or thinking about enrolling at our Phoenix campus, you might be wondering what changes to expect. The short answer is everything you love about the school is staying, but with a stronger national network behind it.
The Same Location & Instructors: You will still train at our 26,000 square-foot facility at 4210 East Washington Street. You will learn from the same expert instructors who bring decades of combined field experience to the labs.
New: Industrial Maintenance
Learn About Our New Advanced Industrial Maintenance Program
Tulsa Welding School is proud to announce our newest program offering available at our Houston & Dallas Metro Campuses – Advanced Industrial Maintenance Technology! Learn the skills you need to take on the industries of manufacturing, distribution, energy production and facility maintenance in as few as 7 months.
The Same Core Programs: We will continue to offer our premier trade programs: including Refrigeration Technologies, Electro-Mechanical Technologies, Associate of Occupational Studies in Mechanical Maintenance Engineering, Electrical Technologies, and the Welding Specialist program, most of which can be completed in as few as 7 months.
Expanded Career Opportunities: Joining the national Tulsa Welding School brand connects our Phoenix campus directly to a larger national network. Tulsa Welding School has over 50,000 graduates and active relationships with over 16,000 employers across all 50 states, giving our graduates a strong network to utilize during their job search.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What happens if I am an RSI graduate or alumnus?
Your credentials and your status as a graduate of our institution remain fully intact and respected. If an employer request educational verification, or if you need official transcripts, they will remain a graduate of RSI if you graduated prior to July 20th, 2026. You still have full access to our Career Services department to assist with resume updates and job search assistance.
Is the school still accredited?
Yes. The school maintains its institutional accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and remains licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. Your high educational and regulatory standards remain exactly the same.
Will my tuition or financial aid change because of the rebrand?
No. If you are a current enrolled student, your existing enrollment agreement, tuition rates, and financial aid packages (for those who qualify) remain completely unchanged.
Are the classes or schedules changing?
No. Your current class schedules, lab hours, and program requirements remain identical. The curriculum you are learning today is the exact same curriculum that will be taught under the Tulsa Welding School name.
