Trade schools in Minnesota
Browse 45 trade and technical schools in Minnesota, with campuses in Bloomington, Minneapolis, Saint Cloud, Rochester, and Saint Paul and more. The most common programs here are IT support & networking, welding, practical nursing (LPN/LVN), and automotive technician.
- Schools
- 45
- Public colleges
- 26
- Programs offered
- 45
- Cities
- 11
24 schools
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Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN · Public
- Pharmacy technician
- Massage therapy
- IT support & networking
- +1
Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN · Private
- Cosmetology
- Massage therapy
- Esthetician
Herzing University-Minneapolis
Saint Louis Park, MN · Private
- Dental assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- Dental hygienist
Inver Hills Community College
Inver Grove Heights, MN · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- EMT & paramedic
- IT support & networking
- +1
Leech Lake Tribal College
Cass Lake, MN · Public
- Electrician
- Carpentry
- Police academy & criminal justice
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science
Rochester, MN · Private
- Phlebotomy
- Pharmacy technician
- EMT & paramedic
- +3
Minneapolis Community & Technical College
Minneapolis, MN · Public
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +8
Saint Paul College - A Community & Technical College
Saint Paul, MN · Public
- Electrician
- Plumbing
- Carpentry
- +22
St. Cloud Technical & Community College
Saint Cloud, MN · Public
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +18
Programs in Minnesota
- IT schools (24)
- Welding schools (21)
- LPN programs (20)
- Auto mechanic schools (20)
- Criminal justice programs (19)
- CNA classes (19)
- Cosmetology schools (17)
- EMT and paramedic schools (16)
- Carpentry schools (15)
- Industrial maintenance schools (15)
- CNC machining schools (15)
- Drafting schools (14)
- Medical billing and coding schools (14)
- Electrician schools (14)
- Esthetician schools (14)
- Phlebotomy classes (13)
- Medical assistant schools (13)
- Dental assistant schools (13)
- Radiology tech schools (12)
- Diesel mechanic schools (11)
- HVAC schools (11)
- Medical lab tech programs (10)
- Auto body schools (10)
- Plumbing schools (9)
- Surgical tech schools (9)
- Massage therapy schools (9)
- Pharmacy technician schools (8)
- Nail tech schools (8)
- Construction schools (7)
- Dental hygiene schools (7)
- Electronics technician schools (6)
- CDL schools (5)
- Fire science programs (5)
- Culinary schools (5)
- PTA programs (5)
- Respiratory therapy schools (5)
- Small engine repair schools (4)
- Vet tech schools (4)
- OTA programs (3)
- Flight schools (3)
- Aviation maintenance schools (3)
- Sonography schools (3)
- Baking and pastry schools (2)
- Heavy equipment operator schools (1)
- Barber schools (1)
Trade schools by city
- Minneapolis (24)
- St. Paul (24)
- Rochester (3)
- Brooklyn Park (23)
- Lakeville (20)
- Blaine (22)
- St. Cloud (3)
- Eden Prairie (23)
- Cottage Grove (19)
- Elk River (11)
- Winona (3)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are in Minnesota?
We list 45 trade and technical schools in Minnesota: 26 public colleges, 6 private nonprofit schools, and 13 private career schools.
What are the most common trade programs in Minnesota?
IT support & networking (24 schools), Welding (21 schools), Practical nursing (LPN/LVN) (20 schools), Automotive technician (20 schools), Police academy & criminal justice (19 schools), and Nursing assistant (CNA) (19 schools).
Does Minnesota have community college trade programs?
Yes. 26 public colleges in Minnesota offer trade programs. They often cost less than private schools and accept federal financial aid.
How do I choose a trade school in Minnesota?
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.