Trade Colleges in Colorado Springs, CO
7 trade schools in Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Local Insights — Colorado Springs, Colorado
What the trades actually pay in this metro, plus apprenticeships and employers for trade workers here.
Top-paying trades (BLS metro data)
Local apprenticeship programs
- Colorado Springs JATC (IBEW Local 113)— Electrician
- IEC Southern Colorado Chapter Electrical Apprenticeship— Electrician
- Plumbers, Pipefitters and HVAC Local 58 Joint Apprenticeship— Plumbing/Pipefitting/HVAC
- Pikes Peak State College Registered Apprenticeships— HVAC/Welding/Multi-trade
- Colorado Springs Utilities Apprenticeship Program— Lineworker/Electrician/Pipefitter
Employers known to hire trade graduates
- Colorado Springs Utilities— Electrician, Lineworker, Pipefitter
Municipal utility; runs DOL-certified apprenticeships with PPSC partnership.
- Lockheed Martin (Colorado Springs)— Electrician, Welder, Maintenance Mechanic
Defense/space facilities supporting Space Force missions.
- Fort Carson (US Army garrison & contractors)— HVAC, Electrician, Carpenter
Base operations support drives steady facility-trades demand.
- Children's Hospital Colorado / Penrose Hospital— HVAC, Plumber, Maintenance Tech
Large healthcare campuses hire in-house facilities trades.
- Heating & Plumbing Engineers (HPE)— Plumber, HVAC
Front Range mechanical contractor running CITC apprenticeship pipeline.
Commute reality
Colorado Springs is car-dependent for trades work — Mountain Metro Transit runs limited weekday-leaning routes that don't reliably reach Fort Carson, Schriever SFB, or many job sites, so a personal vehicle is effectively required.
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Pima Medical Institute-Colorado Springs
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See the campusIntellitec College-Colorado Springs
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See the campusThe Salon Professional Academy-Colorado Springs
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See the campusTIGI Hairdressing Academy Legacy
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See the campusPaul Mitchell the School-Colorado Springs
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See the campusApex College of Veterinary Technology
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See the campusAbout Trade Schools in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Colorado Springs is home to 7 trade schools and vocational colleges offering career-focused education and hands-on training. These institutions provide programs in various fields including healthcare, technology, skilled trades, and more.
The average in-state tuition for trade schools in Colorado Springs is approximately $13,750 per year, making vocational education an affordable pathway to a rewarding career.
Schools in Colorado Springs have an average enrollment of 237 students, offering a range of program sizes from intimate, specialized training to larger comprehensive institutions.
Choosing the Right Trade School
When selecting a trade school in Colorado Springs, consider factors such as:
- Program offerings aligned with your career goals
- Accreditation and industry certifications
- Job placement rates and employer partnerships
- Tuition costs and financial aid availability
- Class schedules and program length
- Hands-on training facilities and equipment
Browse the schools listed above to compare programs, costs, and outcomes. Each school page provides detailed information to help you make an informed decision about your vocational education in Colorado Springs.