CO School Directory
Compare 16 accredited trade schools across 5 cities — tuition, programs, and CO licensing rules
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Schools
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Trade Programs
Colorado is home to 16 accredited trade schools and vocational training programs across 5 cities. Whether you're looking for hands-on training in the skilled trades, healthcare, or technology fields, CO offers a range of programs designed to help you start a rewarding career in as little as a few months.
Trade schools in Colorado provide focused, career-oriented education that gets you into the workforce faster than a traditional four-year degree. Programs typically combine classroom instruction with practical, hands-on training so you graduate with real-world skills employers are looking for.
Median listed tuition across 14 Colorado schools that publish a price is $17,722, ranging from $3,353 to $37,010. The table below breaks that down by program — every figure comes from the tuition these schools publish, not a national average.
| Program | Programs | Median tuition | Range | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🩺 Medical Assistant | 11 | $16,412 | $3,353–$23,205 | 9-12 months |
| 🦷 Dental Assistant | 11 | $16,257 | $4,291–$37,010 | 9-12 months |
| 💇 Cosmetology | 9 | $17,680 | $5,140–$27,432 | 9-15 months |
| 🐾 Veterinary Technician | 8 | $16,327 | $4,291–$19,008 | 18-24 months |
| ⚡ Electrician | 6 | $7,810 | $4,291–$29,114 | 9-24 months |
| 🚗 Automotive Technician | 6 | $9,250 | $4,291–$37,010 | 6-24 months |
| 💻 IT & Networking | 6 | $7,810 | $4,291–$29,924 | 6-24 months |
| ❄️ HVAC Technician | 5 | $18,867 | $5,140–$36,600 | 6-24 months |
| 🔥 Welding | 5 | $8,843 | $3,353–$29,754 | 6-18 months |
| 💊 Pharmacy Technician | 5 | $15,640 | $5,140–$18,613 | 6-12 months |
| 🪚 Carpentry | 4 | $5,140 | $4,291–$7,810 | 6-24 months |
| 💆 Massage Therapy | 3 | $7,810 | $4,291–$15,000 | 6-12 months |
| 🚚 CDL Training | 2 | $6,475 | $5,140–$7,810 | 3-8 weeks |
| 🔧 Plumbing | 2 | $6,475 | $5,140–$7,810 | 9-24 months |
| 👨🍳 Culinary Arts | 2 | $6,475 | $5,140–$7,810 | 6-24 months |
Based on the 16 schools listed on Trade Schools Review in Colorado. Median is calculated across programs with a published tuition figure; schools that quote on request are excluded. Confirm current pricing with the school.
The lowest published tuition among Colorado schools in our directory. Public community and technical colleges dominate this list — they charge in-district rates for the same credentials private career colleges sell at several times the price.
Delta, CO · Technical College
$3,353
listed tuition
Aurora, CO · Technical College
$5,140
listed tuition
Denver, CO · Technical College
$7,729
listed tuition
Colorado Springs, CO · Private Career College
$17,100
listed tuition
Colorado Springs, CO · Private Trade School
$17,158
listed tuition
Denver, CO · Private Trade School
$17,183
listed tuition
Denver, CO · Private Trade School
$17,183
listed tuition
Colorado Springs, CO · Private Career College
$18,260
listed tuition
Denver has the most options in the state with 5 schools. Pick a city to compare local programs, tuition, and schedules.
2231 S Peoria St, Aurora, CO 80014
N/A
N/A students
500 Airport Blvd, Aurora, CO 80011
$5,140
1,025 students
13750 East Mississippi Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012
$18,412
290 students
13750 East Mississippi Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012
$18,412
290 students
801 Kalamath St, Denver, CO 80204
$21,723
N/A students
1860 Lincoln St, Denver, CO 80203
$7,729
6,123 students
11194 E 45th Ave, Denver, CO 80239
$37,010
1,104 students
7475 Dakin St. Suite 100, Denver, CO 80221
$17,183
764 students
7475 Dakin St. Suite 100, Denver, CO 80221
$17,183
664 students
2315 East Pikes Peak Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
$18,900
816 students
5707 Academy Blvd N, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
$19,015
N/A students
118 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
$17,100
N/A students
5725 Mark Dabling Blvd, Suite 150, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
$17,158
339 students
5125 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
$18,260
N/A students
With 16 options to compare, choosing the right trade school takes some research. Here are some key factors to consider when evaluating programs in CO: