Best Trade Schools in Northport, Alabama

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Top Trade Schools in Northport

#2

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham, AL In-state option
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  • Administration Bldg Suite 1070 Birmingham, AL 35294-0110
  • (205) 934-4011

Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#6

University of Alabama System Office

Tuscaloosa, AL In-state option
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Source: IPEDS Scorecard ACCSC

#8

Central Alabama Community College

Alexander City, AL In-state option
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Alabama Trade Career Outlook

Building & Construction Trades

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Welder $47,170 2.2%
Plumber $53,840 4.5%
Flooring Installer $47,360 9.5%
Construction Worker $36,300 7.3%
Carpenter $47,880 4.5%

Construction Management & Inspection

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Home Inspector $61,500 -0.8%
Construction Manager $92,620 8.7%

Electrical & Energy Systems

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Wind Turbine Technician $62,580 49.9%
Tower Technician $61,070 -3.1%
Solar Installer $51,860 42.1%
Lineworker $84,340 6.6%
HVAC Technician $49,290 8.1%
Electrician $52,420 9.5%

Mechanical, Automotive & Transportation

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Truck Driver (CDL) $50,120 4.0%
Maintenance Technician $41,600 3.8%
Heavy Equipment Operator $46,870 3.6%
Gunsmith $46,230 2.4%
Diesel Technician $49,060 2.4%
CNC Machinist $53,320 0.0%
Automotive Technician $45,710 4.2%
Auto Mechanic $45,710 4.2%
Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) $86,780 4.0%

Healthcare: Nursing & Patient Care

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Patient Care Technician $32,470 2.3%
Mental Health Technician $35,200 20.0%
Medical Assistant $34,980 12.5%
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) $50,100 2.6%
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) $50,100 2.6%
Home Health Aide $27,100 17.0%
Hemodialysis Technician $43,370 5.2%
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) $32,470 2.3%

Healthcare: Allied Health & Diagnostics

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Surgical Technologist $48,920 4.5%
Sterile Processing Technician $35,040 10.0%
Radiologic Technologist $56,790 4.3%
Phlebotomy Technician $35,970 5.6%
Pharmacy Technician $37,690 6.4%
Optician $35,570 2.9%
EKG Technician $45,280 3.0%
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer $66,340 13.0%
Dental Assistant $37,280 6.4%

Healthcare: Administration & Office Support

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Medical Office Administrator $36,310 4.2%
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist $38,540 7.1%

Therapy, Rehab & Fitness

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Physical Therapy Aide $25,220 2.8%
Personal Trainer $37,400 11.9%
Occupational Therapy Assistant $61,990 19.2%
Massage Therapist $48,960 15.4%

Animal Care & Training

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Veterinary Technician $30,480 9.1%
Veterinary Assistant $29,660 8.7%
Dog Trainer $58,480 5.1%

Beauty & Personal Care

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Esthetician $35,710 6.7%
Cosmetologist $29,660 5.6%
Beauty Professional $29,660 5.6%

Culinary & Hospitality Careers

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Pastry Chef $32,174 7.1%
Culinary Chef $32,174 7.1%

Business & Legal Support

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Paralegal $46,060 0.2%
Digital Court Reporter $54,280 -0.3%
Bookkeeper $42,490 -5.8%

Median salaries reflect the latest OEWS release; job growth uses state projections when available and national projections when state data is unavailable.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. State data (Alabama) shown where available; national OEWS values used when state data is unavailable. Job growth reflects projected U.S. change for each trade.


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