Navajo Technical University holds Teec Nos Pos registration to expand access

Navajo Technical University held an on-site registration event at the Teec Nos Pos Instructional Site on Jan. 8, offering local residents a chance to enroll in spring 2026 classes without traveling to Crownpoint or Gallup. The session ran from 9 AM to 2 PM at the site south of the Teec Nos Pos Chapter compound on Highway 160 BIE Road N5114 and supported both new and returning students with pre-registration and course selection.

The Teec Nos Pos site lists programs spanning General Studies, Dine Studies, Welding, Electrical Trade, Early Childhood Education, and Administration. Those programs aim to meet needs across the Four Corners region, combining culturally grounded coursework like Dine Studies with vocational training that can lead to local employment in trades, education, and public service.

Local access to technical and higher education carries direct public health and social equity implications. Postsecondary training can improve job stability and income, which in turn affects housing, nutrition, and access to health care. Early Childhood Education programs support developmental outcomes that reduce long-term disparities, and trade programs such as welding and electrical training create pathways for work that keep skilled labor in Apache County rather than sending talent outward.

Barriers remain for many families in the region: transportation to campus sites, limited broadband for online enrollment, and childcare obligations that make weekday travel difficult. On-site registration events remove one of those hurdles by allowing students to register in person and discuss schedules and supports with staff. The Teec Nos Pos Instructional Site continues to serve students in northeastern Arizona, providing a nearby access point for learning and workforce development.

For residents seeking information or follow-up, the Teec Nos Pos Coordinator can be reached at 928.656.3600. The NTU Admission Office is available at 505.387.7401 or by email at admisssions@navajotech.edu. Prospective students should call to confirm class offerings, deadlines, and any local supports such as advising or financial aid counseling.

The community benefit is practical and immediate: more accessible registration means more neighbors can start or continue training that leads to stable jobs and stronger local services. The long view is equally important—investments in education at the chapter level help build a healthier, more resilient Apache County.

The takeaway? If you missed the Jan. 8 event, ring the Teec Nos Pos coordinator or admissions office, ask about class spots and supports, and consider how local training could fit with work and family plans. Our two cents? Get information early, bring your ID, and ask about financial aid and schedule flexibility so education works with your life.