Trade Colleges Directory
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Find Trade Colleges Near You
Use our location-based search to find trade schools and vocational colleges in your area. Enter your ZIP code or use GPS to discover career training programs near you — sorted by distance so the closest options come first.
Showing 1-10 of 3,133 colleges
Alaska
Alaska Career College
Anchorage, AK
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Alaska Vocational Technical Center
Seward, AK
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Alabama
Bevill State Community College
Jasper, AL
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Bishop State Community College
Mobile, AL
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Blue Cliff Career College
Mobile, AL
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Central Alabama Community College
Alexander City, AL
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Chattahoochee Valley Community College
Phenix City, AL
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find trade colleges near me?
Use the Find Trade Colleges Near Me tool at the top of the search filters. Click Use My Location for automatic GPS detection, or enter your ZIP code to search within a selected radius (25–300 miles). Results will be sorted closest-first with distance badges.
What is a good search radius for finding trade schools near me?
A 50-mile radius is a practical starting point — it covers most commutable distances. In cities and the Northeast, 25 miles is often enough. In rural areas, you may need to expand to 100–200 miles to find programs that match your goals.
What types of trade programs can I find near me?
Trade colleges near you may offer programs in HVAC, electrical work, welding, plumbing, cosmetology, medical assisting, automotive technology, culinary arts, computer networking, and more. After finding nearby schools, click any college to view its full program catalog, tuition, and enrollment details.