International Education Corporation: Empowering Student Transformation Through Education
International Education Corporation (IEC) is a for-profit higher education company in the United States with a mission to drive student transformation by empowering them to make positive and enduring life changes. As an employee-owned company, IEC and its subsidiaries are dedicated to the success of students, employees, and the communities they serve. For over 40 years, IEC has remained committed to making a positive impact in the communities it serves by providing access to quality, short-term vocational and career training programs in high-demand verticals like healthcare, business, skilled trades, and criminal justice.
History and Evolution
Originally founded in 1982 in Los Angeles, California, under the name United Electronics Institute, IEC has undergone significant evolution. In 1998, IEC acquired Advanced Career Training (ACT), which later became United Education Institute (UEI) in January 2010. In 2009, the eight Southern California United Education Institute campuses transitioned to UEI College. These strategic moves have allowed IEC to expand its reach and diversify its educational offerings.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
IEC believes that positive social change will come about only when the barriers of gender identity, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and religious beliefs are overcome. IEC champions diversity, inclusion, and equality across its network of schools and inspires a new generation of graduates to be active participants in these endeavors in their local communities. In 2020, IEC created the Be the Change Scholarship program in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. With this scholarship, IEC seeks to honor an individual who has the passion, drive, and commitment to be an agent of change for social justice. The Be the Change Scholarship is now offered annually at United Education Institute and UEI College.
Locations and Expansion
IEC operates a network of colleges and schools across the United States. These include:
- UEI College: With its first campus established in Van Nuys, CA, in October 1983, UEI College has expanded to multiple locations. In July 2010, IEC acquired MCed College in Fresno, CA, and converted this campus to UEI College. Colleges with campus locations in Anaheim, San Marcos, Montclair, Riverside, and San Diego in California.
- United Education Institute (UEI): UEI opened a new campus in Las Vegas, Nevada, in December 2019. In June 2021, UEI College opened a new campus location in Mesa, Arizona, and in October a new campus in Tacoma, Washington, marking the first location in that state. In January 2022, United Education Institute opened its second campus location in the Metro Atlanta area with the new Stone Mountain location.
- Sage Truck Driving Schools: IEC is also the parent company of Sage Truck Driving Schools, which provides truck driver and commercial driver's license (CDL) training in the states of Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Montana, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming. IEC has identified truck driver training as an underserved area with tremendous demand.
- Formerly Florida Career College: The Department of Education began to deny Florida Career College access to federal financial aid. The department alleged that the college "improperly allowed students without a high school diploma or equivalent credential to test into eligibility for federal aid." The following year, administrators announced that the college would close by February 15, 2024.
Programs and Offerings
IEC institutions offer a variety of programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their chosen fields. While all programs are not available at all campus locations, the curriculum is tailored to meet the demands of high-growth industries. Length varies by program. International Education Corporation does not promise or guarantee employment to any student or graduate.
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Career Services and Job Placement
IEC is dedicated to ensuring a successful student placement experience for its campus students. To that end, IEC seeks dynamic candidates for Director of Career Services at UEI College campuses. The Director of Career Services is responsible for administering the campus' job placement program.
Employee Benefits and Opportunities
As an employee-owned company, IEC offers a tuition discount for team members and their immediate family. IEC also seeks dynamic candidates for Director of Education to join the team at United Education Corporation. IEC is an equal opportunity employer and program.
Partnerships
IEC has a long history of partnering with employers at the local, regional, and national levels. At IEC, we have worked for over 40 years to train and develop our students to become the most knowledgeable, experienced, and effective graduates in their specific areas of study. Our graduates are more than just qualified - they’re hard-working, dedicated, and enthusiastic individuals who are excited to launch their careers. If your organization has employee recruitment or training needs, contact IEC today to discuss the ways our experts can partner with you in a variety of ways, from externship opportunities, to customized employee training and development programs, and more. The Extern-to-Hire program allows employers the option to spend time with our students while they complete an externship at your business.
Recognition
IEC was named as one of Orange County Business Journal's 2023 'Best Places to Work' in Orange County.
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