Trade schools in Missouri
Browse 70 trade and technical schools in Missouri, with campuses in Kansas City, Saint Louis, Springfield, Cape Girardeau, and Joplin and more. The most common programs here are practical nursing (LPN/LVN), cosmetology, welding, and esthetician.
- Schools
- 70
- Public colleges
- 28
- Programs offered
- 45
- Cities
- 18
24 schools
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Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
Cape Girardeau, MO · Public
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +8
Concorde Career College-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Phlebotomy
- +6
St. Louis College of Health Careers - St. Louis
Saint Louis, MO · Private
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
WellSpring School of Allied Health - Kansas City
Kansas City, MO · Private
- Medical assistant
- Massage therapy
Programs in Missouri
- LPN programs (28)
- Cosmetology schools (25)
- Welding schools (17)
- Esthetician schools (16)
- Industrial maintenance schools (16)
- Medical assistant schools (16)
- HVAC schools (14)
- Auto mechanic schools (13)
- EMT and paramedic schools (12)
- Criminal justice programs (11)
- Medical billing and coding schools (11)
- OTA programs (11)
- Surgical tech schools (11)
- Nail tech schools (10)
- IT schools (10)
- PTA programs (9)
- Barber schools (9)
- CNC machining schools (8)
- Medical lab tech programs (8)
- Dental assistant schools (8)
- Drafting schools (7)
- Construction schools (7)
- Diesel mechanic schools (7)
- Electronics technician schools (7)
- Radiology tech schools (7)
- Respiratory therapy schools (7)
- Massage therapy schools (7)
- Culinary schools (6)
- Electrician schools (6)
- Auto body schools (6)
- Dental hygiene schools (5)
- Fire science programs (5)
- Vet tech schools (4)
- Sonography schools (3)
- Carpentry schools (3)
- Aviation maintenance schools (2)
- Phlebotomy classes (2)
- CDL schools (2)
- CNA classes (2)
- Pharmacy technician schools (2)
- Baking and pastry schools (1)
- Heavy equipment operator schools (1)
- Small engine repair schools (1)
- Plumbing schools (1)
- Flight schools (1)
Trade schools by city
- Kansas City (18)
- St. Louis (20)
- Springfield (6)
- Lee's Summit (17)
- O'Fallon (18)
- St. Charles (17)
- Joplin (7)
- Jefferson City (3)
- Cape Girardeau (5)
- Wildwood (19)
- Sedalia (4)
- Rolla (3)
- Warrensburg (4)
- Washington (5)
- Marshall (3)
- Neosho (7)
- Waynesville (3)
- Hillsboro (11)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are in Missouri?
We list 70 trade and technical schools in Missouri: 28 public colleges, 4 private nonprofit schools, and 38 private career schools.
What are the most common trade programs in Missouri?
Practical nursing (LPN/LVN) (28 schools), Cosmetology (25 schools), Welding (17 schools), Esthetician (16 schools), Industrial maintenance & mechatronics (16 schools), and Medical assistant (16 schools).
Does Missouri have community college trade programs?
Yes. 28 public colleges in Missouri offer trade programs. They often cost less than private schools and accept federal financial aid.
How do I choose a trade school in Missouri?
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.