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Trade Schools & Alternative Paths – Explore vocational and certification programs


Vocational/Tech School Directories

ACCSC Accredited Career Schools Directory

Browse schools across the U.S. accredited by the ACCSC by location, program type, and credential level.

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Vocational & Technical School Directory (generic)

An online directory of career colleges, technical schools, community colleges, and online programs nationwide.

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IT & Programming Certification Programs

CompTIA

Industry-standard certifications like A+, Network+, and Security+ recognized worldwide.

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Cisco Networking Academy

Free and paid online training in networking, cybersecurity, and IT essentials.

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Microsoft Learn

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Certifications in cloud, Azure, data science, and software development.​

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Google Career

Certificates

Affordable online certifications in IT support, data analytics, and UX design.​

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Healthcare Certification Programs

American Red Cross

Offers CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), phlebotomy, and medical training programs in many states.

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Penn Foster
Career School

Online training for medical assisting, dental assisting, pharmacy tech, and more.​

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Allied Health Career Programs (via NHA)

Certification exams for medical assistants, EKG techs, phlebotomists, billing/coding.

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Kaplan Test Prep /
Kaplan Nursing

Prep and certification programs for nursing and healthcare pathways.

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Trades & Technical Certification Programs

Lincoln Tech

Nationwide campuses offering training in automotive tech, HVAC, welding, and electrical trades.

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Universal Technical Institute (UTI)

Specializes in automotive, diesel, collision repair, and welding programs.

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Mike Rowe Works Foundation 
(mikeroweWORKS)

Offers scholarships and promotes skilled trades training.

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Local Unions/IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers)

Apprenticeships in electrical work and other skilled trades

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Creative & Business Certification Programs

Adobe Certified Professional

Official certifications in Photoshop, Illustrator, and other creative tools.

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Culinary Institute of America (CIA)

Premier culinary training with campuses in NY, CA, and TX.

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Paul Mitchell

Schools

Nationwide cosmetology and beauty schools.​

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SBA (U.S. Small Business Administration)

Offers youth training, small business development centers, and certification pathways.

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Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship.gov

The official U.S. Department of Labor tool for finding apprenticeship opportunities and registered partners nationwide.

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DOL Apprenticeship Overview

Program types, regulations, and investment initiatives in apprenticeship offered by the U.S. Department of Labor.

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State-Level Apprenticeship Programs

Many states offer searchable apprenticeship portals. New York State is listed as an example.

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