Trade schools in Illinois
Browse 131 trade and technical schools in Illinois, with campuses in Chicago, Rockford, Springfield, Quincy, and Crystal Lake and more. The most common programs here are cosmetology, IT support & networking, police academy & criminal justice, and welding.
- Schools
- 131
- Public colleges
- 49
- Programs offered
- 45
- Cities
- 49
24 schools
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Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Quincy, IL · Private
- Medical billing & coding
- Radiologic technologist
- Respiratory therapist
- +1
CALC Institute of Technology
Alton, IL · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- IT support & networking
City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +9
City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +11
City Colleges of Chicago - Olive-Harvey College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- CDL & truck driving
- +3
City Colleges of Chicago - Richard J. Daley College
Chicago, IL · Public
- Electrician
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +4
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · Private
- Electrician
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +2
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL · Public
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +15
Taylor Business Institute
Chicago, IL · Private
- Medical billing & coding
- Electronics technician
- Police academy & criminal justice
Programs in Illinois
- Cosmetology schools (64)
- IT schools (44)
- Criminal justice programs (44)
- Welding schools (44)
- CNA classes (42)
- Medical assistant schools (39)
- Auto mechanic schools (38)
- LPN programs (36)
- EMT and paramedic schools (36)
- Industrial maintenance schools (36)
- Medical billing and coding schools (34)
- Esthetician schools (32)
- HVAC schools (31)
- Drafting schools (30)
- Radiology tech schools (25)
- Phlebotomy classes (24)
- Fire science programs (23)
- CNC machining schools (21)
- Massage therapy schools (19)
- Surgical tech schools (19)
- Culinary schools (18)
- Electrician schools (18)
- Electronics technician schools (18)
- Construction schools (17)
- CDL schools (17)
- Diesel mechanic schools (16)
- PTA programs (15)
- Dental assistant schools (14)
- Barber schools (13)
- Baking and pastry schools (12)
- Medical lab tech programs (12)
- Sonography schools (12)
- Respiratory therapy schools (11)
- Dental hygiene schools (11)
- Pharmacy technician schools (10)
- Nail tech schools (10)
- OTA programs (10)
- Vet tech schools (8)
- Auto body schools (7)
- Carpentry schools (6)
- Aviation maintenance schools (5)
- Plumbing schools (4)
- Flight schools (2)
- Small engine repair schools (1)
- Heavy equipment operator schools (1)
Trade schools by city
- Chicago (73)
- Aurora (43)
- Joliet (32)
- Rockford (11)
- Elgin (43)
- Springfield (4)
- Peoria (4)
- Waukegan (26)
- Cicero (74)
- Schaumburg (67)
- Evanston (64)
- Arlington Heights (65)
- Des Plaines (68)
- Orland Park (67)
- Oak Lawn (75)
- Tinley Park (63)
- Oak Park (76)
- Downers Grove (76)
- Plainfield (35)
- Elmhurst (75)
- Bartlett (67)
- Belleville (15)
- DeKalb (15)
- Carol Stream (71)
- Quincy (3)
- Park Ridge (69)
- Addison (75)
- Northbrook (67)
- St. Charles (45)
- Mundelein (40)
- McHenry (20)
- Round Lake Beach (24)
- Lockport (58)
- Granite City (19)
- Chicago Heights (53)
- Melrose Park (75)
- Kankakee (3)
- Sycamore (16)
- Palos Hills (78)
- Godfrey (14)
- Dixon (3)
- Canton (4)
- Sugar Grove (24)
- Willowbrook (77)
- Olney (4)
- Mount Carmel (4)
- Morrison (3)
- Red Bud (6)
- Ullin (5)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are in Illinois?
We list 131 trade and technical schools in Illinois: 49 public colleges, 4 private nonprofit schools, and 78 private career schools.
What are the most common trade programs in Illinois?
Cosmetology (64 schools), IT support & networking (44 schools), Police academy & criminal justice (44 schools), Welding (44 schools), Nursing assistant (CNA) (42 schools), and Medical assistant (39 schools).
Does Illinois have community college trade programs?
Yes. 49 public colleges in Illinois offer trade programs. They often cost less than private schools and accept federal financial aid.
How do I choose a trade school in Illinois?
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.