Trade schools in Washington
Browse 51 trade and technical schools in Washington, with campuses in Tacoma, Seattle, Spokane, Bellingham, and Yakima and more. The most common programs here are medical assistant, IT support & networking, cosmetology, and nursing assistant (CNA).
- Schools
- 51
- Public colleges
- 29
- Programs offered
- 45
- Cities
- 13
24 schools
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Carrington College - Spokane
Spokane, WA · Private
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- Dental assistant
- +3
Centralia College
Centralia, WA · Public
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- CDL & truck driving
- +7
Edmonds College
Lynnwood, WA · Public
- CNC machining
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +13
Evergreen Beauty and Barber College-Everett
Everett, WA · Private
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- Nail technician
Highline College
Des Moines, WA · Public
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- IT support & networking
- +3
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Kirkland, WA · Public
- Welding
- CNC machining
- Automotive technician
- +12
North Seattle College
Seattle, WA · Public
- Pharmacy technician
- EMT & paramedic
- IT support & networking
- +3
Programs in Washington
- Medical assistant schools (25)
- IT schools (23)
- Cosmetology schools (21)
- CNA classes (21)
- Auto mechanic schools (20)
- Welding schools (20)
- Industrial maintenance schools (17)
- Medical billing and coding schools (17)
- Esthetician schools (16)
- Criminal justice programs (15)
- Dental assistant schools (15)
- Phlebotomy classes (14)
- CNC machining schools (13)
- Culinary schools (13)
- Drafting schools (12)
- Construction schools (12)
- EMT and paramedic schools (12)
- Barber schools (10)
- Nail tech schools (10)
- Diesel mechanic schools (10)
- HVAC schools (10)
- Baking and pastry schools (10)
- Pharmacy technician schools (10)
- Fire science programs (9)
- LPN programs (9)
- Electronics technician schools (9)
- Dental hygiene schools (8)
- Vet tech schools (8)
- Auto body schools (7)
- Surgical tech schools (7)
- CDL schools (7)
- Aviation maintenance schools (7)
- Carpentry schools (6)
- Radiology tech schools (6)
- PTA programs (5)
- Electrician schools (5)
- Massage therapy schools (5)
- OTA programs (4)
- Respiratory therapy schools (4)
- Flight schools (3)
- Sonography schools (3)
- Medical lab tech programs (3)
- Small engine repair schools (2)
- Plumbing schools (2)
- Heavy equipment operator schools (1)
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Frequently asked questions
How many trade schools are in Washington?
We list 51 trade and technical schools in Washington: 29 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 20 private career schools.
What are the most common trade programs in Washington?
Medical assistant (25 schools), IT support & networking (23 schools), Cosmetology (21 schools), Nursing assistant (CNA) (21 schools), Automotive technician (20 schools), and Welding (20 schools).
Does Washington have community college trade programs?
Yes. 29 public colleges in Washington offer trade programs. They often cost less than private schools and accept federal financial aid.
How do I choose a trade school in Washington?
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.