LA School Directory
Compare 15 accredited trade schools across 8 cities — tuition, programs, and LA licensing rules
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Trade Programs
Louisiana 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, LA offers a range of programs designed to help you start a rewarding career in as little as a few months.
Trade schools in Louisiana 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 13 Louisiana schools that publish a price is $4,159, ranging from $3,335 to $4,221. 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 | $8,156 | $4,099–$9,956 | 9-12 months |
| 🚚 CDL Training | 13 | $8,156 | $3,500–$9,956 | 3-8 weeks |
| ⚡ Electrician | 13 | $8,218 | $4,099–$9,956 | 9-24 months |
| 🔥 Welding | 13 | $4,210 | $3,630–$9,956 | 6-18 months |
| 💻 IT & Networking | 12 | $8,156 | $4,099–$8,442 | 6-24 months |
| ❄️ HVAC Technician | 11 | $4,500 | $3,999–$8,500 | 6-24 months |
| 🚗 Automotive Technician | 11 | $4,500 | $4,099–$8,500 | 6-24 months |
| 💊 Pharmacy Technician | 9 | $8,156 | $4,099–$8,500 | 6-12 months |
| 🪚 Carpentry | 8 | $7,413 | $4,099–$8,442 | 6-24 months |
| 🔧 Plumbing | 7 | $8,156 | $4,210–$8,442 | 9-24 months |
| 👨🍳 Culinary Arts | 7 | $8,156 | $4,210–$8,442 | 6-24 months |
| 🐾 Veterinary Technician | 7 | $8,442 | $6,670–$8,500 | 18-24 months |
| 💇 Cosmetology | 6 | $8,156 | $4,210–$8,442 | 9-15 months |
| 🦷 Dental Assistant | 4 | $8,156 | $6,670–$8,156 | 9-12 months |
| 💆 Massage Therapy | 3 | $8,156 | $8,156 | 6-12 months |
Based on the 15 schools listed on Trade Schools Review in Louisiana. 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 Louisiana 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.
Lake Charles, LA · Community College
$3,335
listed tuition
New Orleans, LA · Community College
$4,078
listed tuition
New Orleans, LA · Community College
$4,078
listed tuition
Alexandria, LA · Community College
$4,099
listed tuition
Minden, LA · Community College
$4,109
listed tuition
Minden, LA · Community College
$4,109
listed tuition
Monroe, LA · Community College
$4,159
listed tuition
Lacombe, LA · Community College
$4,200
listed tuition
Baton Rouge has the most options in the state with 4 schools. Pick a city to compare local programs, tuition, and schedules.
201 Community College Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
$4,221
11,563 students
201 Community College Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
$4,221
11,563 students
7380 Exchange Pl, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
N/A
N/A students
10525 Plaza Americana Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
N/A
N/A students
615 City Park Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119
$4,078
12,130 students
615 City Park Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119
$4,078
12,130 students
65556 Centerpoint Blvd, Lacombe, LA 70445
$4,200
5,154 students
65556 Centerpoint Blvd, Lacombe, LA 70445
$4,200
5,154 students
9500 Industrial Drive, Minden, LA 71055
$4,109
1,044 students
9500 Industrial Drive, Minden, LA 71055
$4,109
1,044 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 LA: