Trade Colleges in Raleigh, NC
5 trade schools in Raleigh, North Carolina
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Local Insights — Raleigh, North Carolina
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
- Raleigh-Durham Electrical JATC (IBEW Local 553)— Electrician
- UA Local 421 Plumbers, Pipefitters & HVAC-R Apprenticeship— Plumber/Pipefitter
- Wake Tech WakeWorks Apprenticeship (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechatronics)— Multi-trade
- ABC Carolinas Apprenticeship & Craft Training— Multi-trade (electrical, carpentry, HVAC)
- ApprenticeshipNC (state registered apprenticeship agency)— Multi-trade
Employers known to hire trade graduates
- Duke Energy— Electrician, Lineworker
Major utility hiring linemen and substation electricians across Triangle.
- WakeMed Health & Hospitals— HVAC, Facilities Maintenance
Large health system with in-house facilities and HVAC trades teams.
- UNC REX Healthcare— HVAC, Plumbing, Electrician
Raleigh hospital system with steady facilities trades hiring.
- NC State University Facilities Operations— Electrician, Plumber, HVAC
Campus-services trades, state pay scale, downtown Raleigh.
- RTP data center operators (Apple, Google, Microsoft expansions)— Electrician, Industrial Mechanic
Construction and ongoing site electrical/mechanical demand in RTP.
Commute reality
Raleigh is heavily car-dependent for jobsites: GoRaleigh runs 38 fixed bus routes mostly inside the city, GoTriangle handles regional express service, and the Garner-to-Durham commuter rail is still planned, not operating. Expect to drive to RTP, suburban subdivisions, and industrial sites.
Ranked by national outcomes — completion rate, retention, and program productivity. How we rank.
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See the campusAbout Trade Schools in Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh is home to 5 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 Raleigh is approximately $1,824 per year, making vocational education an affordable pathway to a rewarding career.
Schools in Raleigh have an average enrollment of 5,352 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 Raleigh, 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 Raleigh.