Trade schools in Louisiana
Browse 77 trade and technical schools in Louisiana, with campuses in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Monroe, Shreveport, and New Orleans and more. The most common programs here are medical assistant, cosmetology, practical nursing (LPN/LVN), and pharmacy technician.
- Schools
- 77
- Public colleges
- 16
- Programs offered
- 43
- Cities
- 18
24 schools
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Baton Rouge General Medical Center School of Nursing & School of Radiologic Technology
Baton Rouge, LA · Private
- Radiologic technologist
Blue Cliff College - Alexandria
Alexandria, LA · Private
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- Cosmetology
- +2
Central Louisiana Technical Community College - Alexandria
Alexandria, LA · Public
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +7
Fortis College - Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA · Private
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +4
Miller-Motte College-McCann-Monroe
Monroe, LA · Private
- CDL & truck driving
- Medical assistant
- IT support & networking
- +1
Southern University at Shreveport
Shreveport, LA · Public
- Phlebotomy
- EMT & paramedic
- Medical billing & coding
- +8
Programs in Louisiana
- Medical assistant schools (34)
- Cosmetology schools (32)
- LPN programs (18)
- Pharmacy technician schools (18)
- HVAC schools (17)
- Esthetician schools (16)
- Medical billing and coding schools (16)
- CNA classes (16)
- Phlebotomy classes (13)
- Massage therapy schools (12)
- Electrician schools (12)
- Industrial maintenance schools (12)
- IT schools (12)
- Welding schools (12)
- Barber schools (12)
- Drafting schools (11)
- Dental assistant schools (11)
- Criminal justice programs (11)
- Surgical tech schools (10)
- Culinary schools (9)
- Auto mechanic schools (8)
- EMT and paramedic schools (8)
- Radiology tech schools (7)
- Medical lab tech programs (7)
- Diesel mechanic schools (6)
- Nail tech schools (6)
- CNC machining schools (6)
- Respiratory therapy schools (5)
- Aviation maintenance schools (4)
- Vet tech schools (4)
- Electronics technician schools (4)
- Carpentry schools (3)
- Sonography schools (3)
- CDL schools (3)
- Fire science programs (3)
- OTA programs (3)
- Baking and pastry schools (3)
- PTA programs (2)
- Small engine repair schools (2)
- Dental hygiene schools (2)
- Auto body schools (1)
- Plumbing schools (1)
- Heavy equipment operator schools (1)
Trade schools by city
- New Orleans (14)
- Baton Rouge (15)
- Shreveport (9)
- Lafayette (10)
- Lake Charles (3)
- Kenner (12)
- Monroe (9)
- Alexandria (4)
- Houma (5)
- Slidell (10)
- New Iberia (9)
- Hammond (5)
- Opelousas (11)
- Gonzales (15)
- Covington (6)
- Minden (5)
- Denham Springs (17)
- Eunice (7)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are in Louisiana?
We list 77 trade and technical schools in Louisiana: 16 public colleges, 6 private nonprofit schools, and 55 private career schools.
What are the most common trade programs in Louisiana?
Medical assistant (34 schools), Cosmetology (32 schools), Practical nursing (LPN/LVN) (18 schools), Pharmacy technician (18 schools), HVAC technician (17 schools), and Esthetician (16 schools).
Does Louisiana have community college trade programs?
Yes. 16 public colleges in Louisiana offer trade programs. They often cost less than private schools and accept federal financial aid.
How do I choose a trade school in Louisiana?
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.