Trade schools in Paterson, NJ
104 trade and technical schools are within 30 miles of Paterson, NJ, 2 of them in the city. Popular programs nearby include medical assistant, cosmetology, esthetician, and practical nursing (LPN/LVN).
- Within 30 miles
- 104
- In Paterson
- 2
- Public colleges
- 19
- Programs offered
- 42
Programs near Paterson
- Medical assistant schools (34)
- Cosmetology schools (26)
- Esthetician schools (21)
- LPN programs (17)
- Criminal justice programs (16)
- Medical billing and coding schools (14)
- Sonography schools (14)
- IT schools (13)
- Auto mechanic schools (12)
- Nail tech schools (12)
- Electrician schools (10)
- Electronics technician schools (9)
- CNA classes (9)
- EMT and paramedic schools (9)
- Culinary schools (8)
- Surgical tech schools (8)
- HVAC schools (8)
- Dental assistant schools (7)
- Massage therapy schools (7)
- Drafting schools (7)
- Respiratory therapy schools (6)
- Barber schools (6)
- OTA programs (5)
- Plumbing schools (5)
- Welding schools (5)
- Construction schools (5)
- Radiology tech schools (5)
- Baking and pastry schools (4)
- Dental hygiene schools (4)
- Vet tech schools (4)
- PTA programs (4)
- Diesel mechanic schools (3)
- Fire science programs (2)
- Industrial maintenance schools (2)
- Aviation maintenance schools (2)
- Phlebotomy classes (2)
- CNC machining schools (1)
- Medical lab tech programs (1)
- Carpentry schools (1)
- Auto body schools (1)
- Small engine repair schools (1)
- Pharmacy technician schools (1)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are near Paterson?
There are 104 trade and technical schools within 30 miles of Paterson, NJ, including 19 public colleges.
What trades can I study near Paterson?
The most common programs nearby are medical assistant (34 schools), cosmetology (26 schools), esthetician (21 schools), practical nursing (LPN/LVN) (17 schools), police academy & criminal justice (16 schools), and medical billing & coding (14 schools).
How do I choose a trade school in Paterson?
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Trade schools in nearby cities
- Passaic (4 mi)
- Wayne (5 mi)
- Ridgewood (5 mi)
- Hackensack (6 mi)
- Bloomfield (7 mi)
- Ramsey (10 mi)
- Fort Lee (11 mi)
- Cliffside Park (11 mi)