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Vocational & Trade Schools

Find certificate programs and hands-on training in 7,012 schools nationwide

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Start Your Career with Vocational Training

Vocational schools offer hands-on training programs that prepare students for specific careers. Unlike traditional four-year colleges, vocational programs typically take weeks to months to complete, allowing you to enter the workforce faster.

Browse our directory of accredited vocational schools to find programs in beauty, healthcare, skilled trades, technology, and more.

Browse by Category

Beauty Schools

Cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, barbering, and salon management programs.

2,725 schools

Trade Schools

HVAC, welding, electrical, plumbing, automotive, and construction programs.

1,020 schools

Healthcare Schools

Medical assisting, dental assisting, phlebotomy, CNA, and nursing programs.

1,546 schools

Technology Schools

IT, computer networking, cybersecurity, and software development programs.

1,296 schools

Culinary Schools

Culinary arts, pastry, baking, and hospitality management programs.

360 schools

Browse by State

California (739) Texas (511) Florida (436) New York (386) Pennsylvania (374) Ohio (326) Illinois (290) Michigan (201) North Carolina (169) Tennessee (169) New Jersey (166) Virginia (165) Puerto Rico (163) Missouri (162) Massachusetts (161) Georgia (150) Louisiana (149) Oklahoma (136) Indiana (130) Arizona (129) Washington (110) South Carolina (105) Kentucky (104) Arkansas (103) Colorado (98) Utah (95) Wisconsin (95) Maryland (93) Minnesota (91) Alabama (87) Kansas (84) West Virginia (83) Iowa (79) Oregon (73) Connecticut (71) Mississippi (66) Nevada (55) Idaho (49) New Mexico (48) Nebraska (36) New Hampshire (35) Maine (33) Montana (29) North Dakota (28) Rhode Island (27) South Dakota (27) Delaware (23) Hawaii (21) District of Columbia (18) Vermont (14) Wyoming (11) Alaska (9)

Quick Facts

  • Total Schools: 7,012
  • Beauty Schools: 2,725
  • Trade Schools: 1,020
  • Healthcare Programs: 1,546
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Career Resources

Why Choose Vocational School?

  • Shorter program duration (weeks to months)
  • Lower tuition costs than traditional colleges
  • Hands-on, practical training
  • Direct path to employment
  • Industry-specific certifications
  • Flexible scheduling options

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