Trade schools in South Carolina
Browse 46 trade and technical schools in South Carolina, with campuses in Columbia, Charleston, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, and Spartanburg and more. The most common programs here are cosmetology, police academy & criminal justice, industrial maintenance & mechatronics, and practical nursing (LPN/LVN).
- Schools
- 46
- Public colleges
- 18
- Programs offered
- 44
- Cities
- 18
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Programs in South Carolina
- Cosmetology schools (24)
- Criminal justice programs (17)
- Industrial maintenance schools (16)
- LPN programs (16)
- Medical assistant schools (16)
- Welding schools (16)
- HVAC schools (14)
- Surgical tech schools (13)
- Esthetician schools (13)
- CNC machining schools (13)
- CNA classes (12)
- Auto mechanic schools (11)
- Electronics technician schools (11)
- Construction schools (10)
- Medical billing and coding schools (10)
- Drafting schools (10)
- Dental assistant schools (10)
- EMT and paramedic schools (10)
- Medical lab tech programs (9)
- Electrician schools (8)
- Massage therapy schools (8)
- Respiratory therapy schools (8)
- Dental hygiene schools (7)
- Diesel mechanic schools (7)
- Culinary schools (6)
- PTA programs (6)
- CDL schools (6)
- Barber schools (6)
- Phlebotomy classes (6)
- OTA programs (5)
- Pharmacy technician schools (5)
- Nail tech schools (4)
- Vet tech schools (4)
- Sonography schools (4)
- Baking and pastry schools (3)
- Auto body schools (3)
- IT schools (3)
- Aviation maintenance schools (2)
- Radiology tech schools (2)
- Plumbing schools (1)
- Small engine repair schools (1)
- Heavy equipment operator schools (1)
- Fire science programs (1)
- Carpentry schools (1)
Trade schools by city
- Charleston (8)
- Columbia (9)
- Rock Hill (14)
- Greenville (8)
- Summerville (8)
- Sumter (3)
- Florence (3)
- Myrtle Beach (4)
- Spartanburg (6)
- Hilton Head Island (3)
- Aiken (6)
- Anderson (5)
- Lexington (8)
- Orangeburg (3)
- Lancaster (4)
- Camden (5)
- Cheraw (3)
- Denmark (3)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are in South Carolina?
We list 46 trade and technical schools in South Carolina: 18 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 26 private career schools.
What are the most common trade programs in South Carolina?
Cosmetology (24 schools), Police academy & criminal justice (17 schools), Industrial maintenance & mechatronics (16 schools), Practical nursing (LPN/LVN) (16 schools), Medical assistant (16 schools), and Welding (16 schools).
Does South Carolina have community college trade programs?
Yes. 18 public colleges in South Carolina offer trade programs. They often cost less than private schools and accept federal financial aid.
How do I choose a trade school in South Carolina?
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.