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Train for high responsibility careers in nuclear, safety, and environmental technical fields

Located in Richland, Washington. Hands-on, instructor-led programs built around practical fundamentals, professional habits, and employer expectations.

15:1
Student-teacher ratio
8
Trade programs
Yes
College credit included
Start date
March 2
Limited seating to maintain instructional quality
Location
1835 Terminal Drive, Suite 130, Richland, WA 99354
Office hours
Mon - Fri: 8am - 5pm

Why Atomic Technical Institute

Your career starts where the industry’s history and future meet. Our training is connected to real workforce needs and focused on practical, hands-on education.

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Practical training

Instructor-led learning designed to build confidence with fundamentals, real examples, and repeatable professional habits.

02

Career focus

Programs built for people changing careers or leveling up, with a safety mindset and documentation discipline.

03

Local to Richland

Located in Richland, Washington, home to generations of nuclear, environmental, and safety professionals supporting regional work.

Financial assistance

Eligible dislocated workers may qualify for grant support through WorkSource. Availability and eligibility vary.

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Programs

Browse eight in-person programs. Most details are on this page. Each program has a dedicated page for “learn more”.

Radiological Protection Technician Training

RCT, HPT, and RPT core fundamentals with hands-on instrument experience.

Now enrolling

Industrial Hygiene Technician

Workplace health hazard recognition, exposure monitoring, and safety compliance fundamentals.

Coming soon

Industrial and Construction Safety Specialist

Hazard recognition, compliance basics, and jobsite safety fundamentals for entry roles.

Coming soon

Quality Assurance Technician

Quality systems, documentation, inspection methods, and compliance foundations.

Coming soon

Hazardous Materials Technician

Hazard recognition, PPE levels, spill control, decontamination, and response support.

Coming soon

Nuclear Chemical Operator

Procedure-driven operations fundamentals and disciplined communications for DOE work.

Coming soon

Decontamination and Decommissioning Worker

Cleanup and demolition fundamentals for regulated and hazardous environments.

Coming soon

Environmental Technician

Environmental regulations, field sampling, site documentation, and hazard awareness basics.

Coming soon
Students who complete eligible programs may earn regionally accredited college credit through Columbia Southern University (CSU), which can be applied toward future degree pathways or transferred according to institutional policies.

Student services

Career services that support the transition from training into technical roles, including practical guidance on resumes, interviews, and workplace expectations.

Students receiving career and resume support

Career services

Resume preparation, interview readiness, and an overview of how hiring works in technical, industrial, and energy sectors.

Employment is never guaranteed. The focus is on helping students compete with confidence.

One on one coaching session focused on job search skills

Community opportunities

Workforce development support, regional partnerships, and routes to stay informed about open houses, employer visits, and community events.

Resume builder preview

Resume builder preview

The full resume builder is coming soon. For now, visit the preview page to experiment with the interactive skill playground.

Faculty and staff

Faculty and staff bring real world experience, technical depth, and a focus on workforce preparation into every classroom and lab.

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Faculty and staff

Paul Nims

CSP, CST, PhD
bhamm121@gmail.com
President and Chief Professor / Instructor
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Faculty and staff

Mr. Ben Geppert

Buisness and Training Affairs Consultant (Former Part Owner of EnergX)

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Take the first step toward a new career. Submit a request for information, and we will follow up with program specifics and next steps.

Students preparing for technical careers

How it works

1
Choose a program. Use the program list above and open the “learn more” page for details.
2
Request info. Tell us your goals and preferred schedule (daytime or evening).
3
Confirm availability. Seating is limited to maintain instructional quality.
4
Secure your seat. A deposit may be used to reserve enrollment when open.

Seat deposit

A deposit can reserve a seat when enrollment is open. Current pricing and availability can change.

Deposit
$250

If you want, request info and we will send the latest enrollment and payment details.

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Events

Upcoming information sessions, open houses, and community outreach. Connect this section to your Google Calendar in the admin dashboard.

Contact

Request information, ask about scheduling, or start the enrollment conversation.

Office and location

Address
1835 Terminal Drive, Suite 130, Richland, WA 99354
Hours
Mon - Fri: 8am - 5pm
ATI Assistant
Program questions and next steps
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