Trade schools in Ohio
Browse 156 trade and technical schools in Ohio, with campuses in Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton, and Lima and more. The most common programs here are medical assistant, practical nursing (LPN/LVN), welding, and cosmetology.
- Schools
- 156
- Public colleges
- 72
- Programs offered
- 45
- Cities
- 49
24 schools
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ATA College - Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH · Private
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical billing & coding
- +1
Cincinnati State Technical & Community College
Cincinnati, OH · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- +16
Fortis College - Centerville
Centerville, OH · Private
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +1
Fortis College - Columbus
Westerville, OH · Private
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +2
Fortis College - Cuyahoga Falls
Cuyahoga Falls, OH · Private
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- Medical assistant
- +2
North Central State College
Mansfield, OH · Public
- CNC machining
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +12
Southern State Community College
Hillsboro, OH · Public
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Phlebotomy
- +4
Stautzenberger College - Brecksville
Brecksville, OH · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Dental assistant
- Medical billing & coding
- +3
Stautzenberger College - Maumee
Maumee, OH · Private
- HVAC technician
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Dental assistant
- +4
Programs in Ohio
- Medical assistant schools (57)
- LPN programs (57)
- Welding schools (55)
- Cosmetology schools (48)
- Criminal justice programs (40)
- HVAC schools (39)
- EMT and paramedic schools (37)
- Phlebotomy classes (35)
- Dental assistant schools (35)
- Medical billing and coding schools (32)
- CNA classes (32)
- Industrial maintenance schools (30)
- Fire science programs (29)
- IT schools (26)
- Electronics technician schools (25)
- Nail tech schools (23)
- Esthetician schools (23)
- Surgical tech schools (22)
- PTA programs (20)
- Electrician schools (19)
- CNC machining schools (18)
- Auto mechanic schools (17)
- Drafting schools (16)
- Construction schools (15)
- Medical lab tech programs (15)
- Respiratory therapy schools (14)
- OTA programs (12)
- Radiology tech schools (12)
- Vet tech schools (11)
- Massage therapy schools (11)
- Pharmacy technician schools (11)
- Dental hygiene schools (10)
- Sonography schools (10)
- Culinary schools (10)
- Barber schools (10)
- Heavy equipment operator schools (9)
- CDL schools (9)
- Diesel mechanic schools (7)
- Plumbing schools (6)
- Baking and pastry schools (6)
- Aviation maintenance schools (4)
- Carpentry schools (3)
- Small engine repair schools (3)
- Auto body schools (1)
- Flight schools (1)
Trade schools by city
- Columbus (16)
- Cleveland (29)
- Cincinnati (24)
- Toledo (13)
- Akron (27)
- Dayton (18)
- Parma (30)
- Canton (14)
- Lorain (21)
- Hamilton (26)
- Youngstown (16)
- Springfield (14)
- Middletown (30)
- Newark (16)
- Cuyahoga Falls (29)
- Euclid (21)
- Mansfield (7)
- Delaware (15)
- Reynoldsburg (17)
- Lancaster (13)
- Mason (29)
- Brunswick (28)
- Lima (5)
- Bowling Green (13)
- Marysville (13)
- Troy (14)
- Wooster (14)
- Centerville (24)
- Zanesville (5)
- Sandusky (8)
- Chillicothe (3)
- Alliance (18)
- Twinsburg (27)
- Steubenville (12)
- Ashtabula (3)
- Tiffin (3)
- Portsmouth (5)
- New Philadelphia (5)
- Mount Vernon (8)
- Norwalk (10)
- Fremont (11)
- Beachwood (26)
- Salem (19)
- Van Wert (5)
- East Liverpool (12)
- Oberlin (17)
- Bethel (16)
- Lisbon (14)
- Piketon (5)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are in Ohio?
We list 156 trade and technical schools in Ohio: 72 public colleges, 7 private nonprofit schools, and 77 private career schools.
What are the most common trade programs in Ohio?
Medical assistant (57 schools), Practical nursing (LPN/LVN) (57 schools), Welding (55 schools), Cosmetology (48 schools), Police academy & criminal justice (40 schools), and HVAC technician (39 schools).
Does Ohio have community college trade programs?
Yes. 72 public colleges in Ohio offer trade programs. They often cost less than private schools and accept federal financial aid.
How do I choose a trade school in Ohio?
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.