YTI Career Institute is a private post-secondary institution of higher education serving south-central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Established in 1967, YTI serves a population of approximately 1750 students at its 5 campuses in Altoona, Pennsylvania; Capital Region, Pennsylvania; Emigsville, Pennsylvania; Lancaster, Pennsylvania and York, Pennsylvania. The Institute offers Associate in Specialized Technology or Business Degrees, as well as programs leading to professional certifications and diplomas in the areas of business, computers, criminal justice, culinary arts, health care and trades.