

Merit Shop Training, Inc. (MSTI) is the educational affiliate of ABC Texas Gulf Coast Chapter.
Our mission is to train a highly skilled workforce for local industry and contractor members. MSTI achieves this mission with craft training delivered through our long partnership with Brazosport College. ABC Member company employees are eligible to train through the MSTI Craft Certification program at highly discounted tuition rates. The MSTI Craft Training Program is a competency based training program designed to prepare individuals for occupations in skilled crafts. A trainee commits to training and follows a structured course outline. They may move through the program at an accelerated pace based on their capabilities, rather than being tied to a strict time requirement. This training is a combination of classroom and laboratory, with a structured course outline, and the job training (OJT), under the guidance of a journeyman. Upon successful completion of all required courses, along with sponsorship by an ABC member, individuals are issued an MSTI "Certificate of Completion” and are honored at the annual ABC Craft Training Graduation. Students registered in the ABC/MSTI Program are also eligible to compete in the Local and National Craft Championships.
To learn about the various training options, contact the MSTI/ABC office at 979-824-7370. Craft areas include:
• Automotive Mechanic
• Construction Management
• Electrical
• Engineering Graphics & Design
• HVAC
• Instrumentation
• Machine Tools
• Millwright
• Pipefitting
• Safety Health & Environmental Mgmt.
• Welding
See the printable MSTI Craft Training Catalog for details on all college courses. Click here to access an MSTI Registration Form and an NCCER Registration & Release Form, required for all Craft Training Students to register at ABC discounted rates!