Trade schools in Colorado
Browse 52 trade and technical schools in Colorado, with campuses in Colorado Springs, Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, and Greeley and more. The most common programs here are cosmetology, medical assistant, nursing assistant (CNA), and automotive technician.
- Schools
- 52
- Public colleges
- 19
- Programs offered
- 44
- Cities
- 12
24 schools
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Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO · Public
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +12
Colorado Mountain College
Glenwood Springs, CO · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- +8
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Rangely, CO · Public
- Automotive technician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +6
Colorado School of Trades
Lakewood, CO · Private
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, CO · Public
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Phlebotomy
- +6
Concorde Career College - Aurora
Aurora, CO · Private
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- Dental hygienist
- +4
Programs in Colorado
- Cosmetology schools (27)
- Medical assistant schools (22)
- CNA classes (20)
- Auto mechanic schools (18)
- Criminal justice programs (16)
- EMT and paramedic schools (16)
- Welding schools (16)
- Esthetician schools (14)
- Construction schools (13)
- IT schools (13)
- Vet tech schools (13)
- Dental assistant schools (12)
- LPN programs (12)
- Phlebotomy classes (11)
- Medical billing and coding schools (10)
- Radiology tech schools (9)
- HVAC schools (9)
- Massage therapy schools (9)
- Fire science programs (8)
- Surgical tech schools (8)
- Pharmacy technician schools (8)
- Drafting schools (8)
- Industrial maintenance schools (8)
- Barber schools (7)
- Auto body schools (7)
- Culinary schools (7)
- CNC machining schools (7)
- Nail tech schools (7)
- Electrician schools (7)
- PTA programs (6)
- Electronics technician schools (6)
- Diesel mechanic schools (5)
- Respiratory therapy schools (5)
- Dental hygiene schools (4)
- Medical lab tech programs (4)
- Carpentry schools (4)
- Flight schools (3)
- Baking and pastry schools (2)
- Aviation maintenance schools (2)
- OTA programs (2)
- Sonography schools (2)
- Small engine repair schools (1)
- Plumbing schools (1)
- Heavy equipment operator schools (1)
Trade schools by city
- Denver (26)
- Colorado Springs (9)
- Fort Collins (5)
- Lakewood (26)
- Thornton (26)
- Arvada (26)
- Greeley (5)
- Centennial (24)
- Boulder (18)
- Longmont (16)
- Commerce City (26)
- Littleton (25)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are in Colorado?
We list 52 trade and technical schools in Colorado: 19 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 31 private career schools.
What are the most common trade programs in Colorado?
Cosmetology (27 schools), Medical assistant (22 schools), Nursing assistant (CNA) (20 schools), Automotive technician (18 schools), Police academy & criminal justice (16 schools), and EMT & paramedic (16 schools).
Does Colorado have community college trade programs?
Yes. 19 public colleges in Colorado offer trade programs. They often cost less than private schools and accept federal financial aid.
How do I choose a trade school in Colorado?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.