Trade schools in Ames, IA
6 trade and technical schools are within 30 miles of Ames, IA, 1 of them in the city. Popular programs nearby include massage therapy, cosmetology, esthetician, and EMT & paramedic.
- Within 30 miles
- 6
- In Ames
- 1
- Public colleges
- 1
- Programs offered
- 34
Programs near Ames
- Massage therapy schools (4)
- Cosmetology schools (3)
- Esthetician schools (3)
- EMT and paramedic schools (2)
- Medical assistant schools (2)
- Medical lab tech programs (2)
- Auto mechanic schools (1)
- Drafting schools (1)
- Carpentry schools (1)
- Auto body schools (1)
- Criminal justice programs (1)
- Culinary schools (1)
- Dental assistant schools (1)
- Dental hygiene schools (1)
- Diesel mechanic schools (1)
- Electrician schools (1)
- Electronics technician schools (1)
- Fire science programs (1)
- HVAC schools (1)
- Industrial maintenance schools (1)
- IT schools (1)
- LPN programs (1)
- CNC machining schools (1)
- Medical billing and coding schools (1)
- Phlebotomy classes (1)
- Respiratory therapy schools (1)
- Small engine repair schools (1)
- Surgical tech schools (1)
- Vet tech schools (1)
- Welding schools (1)
- Nail tech schools (1)
- PTA programs (1)
- Radiology tech schools (1)
- Sonography schools (1)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are near Ames?
There are 6 trade and technical schools within 30 miles of Ames, IA, including 1 public college.
What trades can I study near Ames?
The most common programs nearby are massage therapy (4 schools), cosmetology (3 schools), esthetician (3 schools), EMT & paramedic (2 schools), medical assistant (2 schools), and medical lab technician (2 schools).
How do I choose a trade school in Ames?
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Trade schools in nearby cities
- Des Moines (31 mi)
- Waterloo (72 mi)