KY School Directory
Compare 12 accredited trade schools across 9 cities — tuition, programs, and KY licensing rules
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Trade Programs
Kentucky is home to 12 accredited trade schools and vocational training programs across 9 cities. Whether you're looking for hands-on training in the skilled trades, healthcare, or technology fields, KY offers a range of programs designed to help you start a rewarding career in as little as a few months.
Trade schools in Kentucky 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 10 Kentucky schools that publish a price is $4,680, ranging from $4,440 to $19,391. 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 | 9 | $6,390 | $4,500–$9,360 | 9-12 months |
| 🚚 CDL Training | 8 | $4,590 | $2,150–$8,100 | 3-8 weeks |
| ❄️ HVAC Technician | 8 | $7,760 | $4,656–$9,456 | 6-24 months |
| ⚡ Electrician | 8 | $7,450 | $4,500–$9,360 | 9-24 months |
| 🔥 Welding | 8 | $4,680 | $4,440–$9,360 | 6-18 months |
| 🚗 Automotive Technician | 8 | $6,780 | $4,500–$9,360 | 6-24 months |
| 💻 IT & Networking | 8 | $7,760 | $4,656–$9,456 | 6-24 months |
| 🔧 Plumbing | 6 | $6,390 | $4,500–$9,360 | 9-24 months |
| 🪚 Carpentry | 6 | $4,680 | $4,500–$9,360 | 6-24 months |
| 💊 Pharmacy Technician | 6 | $6,390 | $500–$9,360 | 6-12 months |
| 💇 Cosmetology | 6 | $9,360 | $4,680–$19,391 | 9-15 months |
| 👨🍳 Culinary Arts | 5 | $8,100 | $4,680–$9,360 | 6-24 months |
| 🦷 Dental Assistant | 3 | $8,730 | $8,100–$9,360 | 9-12 months |
| 💆 Massage Therapy | 3 | $4,656 | $4,500–$9,360 | 6-12 months |
| 🐾 Veterinary Technician | 1 | $8,100 | $8,100 | 18-24 months |
Based on the 12 schools listed on Trade Schools Review in Kentucky. 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 Kentucky 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.
Elizabethtown, KY · Community College
$4,440
listed tuition
Ashland, KY · Community College
$4,680
listed tuition
Prestonsburg, KY · Community College
$4,680
listed tuition
Lexington, KY · Community College
$4,680
listed tuition
Hazard, KY · Community College
$4,680
listed tuition
Henderson, KY · Community College
$4,680
listed tuition
Florence, KY · Community College
$4,728
listed tuition
Hopkinsville, KY · Community College
$4,728
listed tuition
Lexington has the most options in the state with 3 schools. Pick a city to compare local programs, tuition, and schedules.
500 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40508
$4,680
18,372 students
3644 Boston Rd, Lexington, KY 40514
$19,391
N/A students
1300 E New Circle Rd Suite 110, Lexington, KY 40509
N/A
N/A students
With 12 options to compare, choosing the right trade school takes some research. Here are some key factors to consider when evaluating programs in KY: