CT School Directory
Compare 15 accredited trade schools across 8 cities — tuition, programs, and CT licensing rules
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Trade Programs
Connecticut is home to 15 accredited trade schools and vocational training programs across 8 cities. Whether you're looking for hands-on training in the skilled trades, healthcare, or technology fields, CT offers a range of programs designed to help you start a rewarding career in as little as a few months.
Trade schools in Connecticut 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 Connecticut schools that publish a price is $4,700, ranging from $4,608 to $5,218. 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 | 15 | $4,700 | $2,609–$7,806 | 9-12 months |
| 💻 IT & Networking | 15 | $7,806 | $4,608–$10,436 | 6-24 months |
| 💊 Pharmacy Technician | 11 | $1,800 | $1,800–$9,400 | 6-12 months |
| 🚗 Automotive Technician | 10 | $7,806 | $4,608–$10,420 | 6-24 months |
| 👨🍳 Culinary Arts | 8 | $7,806 | $5,210–$9,216 | 6-24 months |
| ⚡ Electrician | 6 | $5,210 | $4,608–$5,210 | 9-24 months |
| 🔥 Welding | 6 | $5,210 | $4,608–$5,210 | 6-18 months |
| 🪚 Carpentry | 6 | $7,806 | $5,210–$9,216 | 6-24 months |
| ❄️ HVAC Technician | 5 | $7,004 | $4,608–$9,400 | 6-24 months |
| 🔧 Plumbing | 4 | $7,004 | $4,608–$9,400 | 9-24 months |
| 🦷 Dental Assistant | 4 | $6,912 | $4,608–$9,216 | 9-12 months |
| 🐾 Veterinary Technician | 3 | $4,608 | $4,608–$10,436 | 18-24 months |
| 🚚 CDL Training | 2 | $9,400 | $9,400 | 3-8 weeks |
| 💇 Cosmetology | 2 | $15,000 | $15,000 | 9-15 months |
| 💆 Massage Therapy | 2 | $7,500 | $7,500 | 6-12 months |
Based on the 15 schools listed on Trade Schools Review in Connecticut. 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 Connecticut 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.
Enfield, CT · Community College
$4,608
listed tuition
New Haven, CT · Community College
$4,608
listed tuition
Manchester, CT · Community College
$4,608
listed tuition
Enfield, CT · Community College
$4,608
listed tuition
New Haven, CT · Community College
$4,608
listed tuition
Manchester, CT · Community College
$4,608
listed tuition
Middletown, CT · Community College
$4,700
listed tuition
Middletown, CT · Community College
$4,700
listed tuition
Manchester has the most options in the state with 3 schools. Pick a city to compare local programs, tuition, and schedules.
20 Church Street, New Haven, CT 06510
$4,608
5,703 students
20 Church Street, New Haven, CT 06510
$4,608
5,703 students
900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport, CT 06604
$4,740
3,604 students
900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport, CT 06604
$4,740
3,604 students
Great Path, Manchester, CT 06040
$4,608
4,164 students
60 Bidwell St, Manchester, CT 06040
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N/A students
Great Path, Manchester, CT 06040
$4,608
4,164 students
100 Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457
$4,700
1,988 students
100 Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457
$4,700
1,988 students
With 15 options to compare, choosing the right trade school takes some research. Here are some key factors to consider when evaluating programs in CT: