Trade schools in Pennsylvania

Browse 156 trade and technical schools in Pennsylvania, with campuses in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Lancaster, Johnstown, and West Mifflin and more. The most common programs here are cosmetology, practical nursing (LPN/LVN), medical assistant, and welding.

Schools
156
Public colleges
48
Programs offered
45
Cities
51

24 schools

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  1. All-State Career School - Essington

    Essington, PA · Private

    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • CDL & truck driving
    • +5

  2. Bidwell Training Center

    Pittsburgh, PA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

  3. Commonwealth Technical Institute

    Johnstown, PA · Private

    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +3

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  5. Community College of Allegheny County

    Pittsburgh, PA · Public

    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +26

  6. Community College of Allegheny County - Boyce Campus

    Monroeville, PA

  7. Community College of Allegheny County - North Campus

    Pittsburgh, PA

  8. Community College of Allegheny County - South Campus

    West Mifflin, PA

  9. Douglas Education Center

    Monessen, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Cosmetology
    • Massage therapy
    • +2

  10. Fortis Institute - Forty Fort

    Forty Fort, PA · Private

    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • CDL & truck driving
    • +1

  11. Fortis Institute - Scranton

    Scranton, PA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  12. Harcum College

    Bryn Mawr, PA · Private

    • Dental assistant
    • Dental hygienist
    • Radiologic technologist
    • +5

  13. Institute of Medical Careers

    Pittsburgh, PA · Private

    • Welding
    • CDL & truck driving
    • Medical assistant
    • +3

  14. Jna Institute of Culinary Arts

    Philadelphia, PA · Private

    • Culinary arts

  15. Johnson College of Technology

    Scranton, PA · Private

    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +10

  16. Lancaster County Career & Technology Center

    Willow Street, PA · Public

    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +7

  17. Lansdale School of Business

    North Wales, PA · Private

    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • Massage therapy
    • +1

  18. Laurel Business Institute

    Uniontown, PA · Private

    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • +8

  19. Lincoln Technical Institute - Allentown

    Allentown, PA · Private

    • Electrician
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +1

  20. Lincoln Technical Institute - Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, PA · Private

    • Automotive technician

  21. Luzerne County Community College

    Nanticoke, PA · Public

    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +13

  22. Orleans Technical College

    Philadelphia, PA · Private

    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +2

  23. Pennco Tech - Bristol

    Bristol, PA · Private

    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +3

  24. Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

    Media, PA · Private

    • Pharmacy technician
    • IT support & networking
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • +2

  25. Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics (PIA)

    West Mifflin, PA · Private

    • Aviation maintenance

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Frequently asked questions

How many trade schools are in Pennsylvania?

We list 156 trade and technical schools in Pennsylvania: 48 public colleges, 16 private nonprofit schools, and 89 private career schools.

What are the most common trade programs in Pennsylvania?

Cosmetology (55 schools), Practical nursing (LPN/LVN) (41 schools), Medical assistant (37 schools), Welding (37 schools), HVAC technician (32 schools), and Esthetician (27 schools).

Does Pennsylvania have community college trade programs?

Yes. 48 public colleges in Pennsylvania offer trade programs. They often cost less than private schools and accept federal financial aid.

How do I choose a trade school in Pennsylvania?

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.