Best Trade Schools in Buckeye, Arizona (2025 Guide)

Updated October 9, 2025 | Brad Fishbein

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Use these accredited West Valley options and apprenticeships[^1].

Top Trade Schools in Buckeye

School Program Length Highlights
Estrella Mountain Community College (Avondale) Certificates 6–12 months; AAS ~2 years HLC accredited. Advanced Manufacturing/Mechatronics; flexible schedules[^2].
Glendale Community College (Glendale) Certificates 6–12 months; AAS ~2 years HLC accredited. HVAC, Welding, Manufacturing; hybrid options[^2].
IBEW Local 640 – Electrical JATC (Phoenix) 3–5 years Registered apprenticeship; paid OJT + classroom instruction.
UA Local 469 – Training Center (Phoenix) ~5 years Registered apprenticeship in plumbing/pipefitting/HVACR.

Licensing: Arizona ROC contractor licenses; EPA 608 required for refrigerants[^5][^6].

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Meet the author: Brad Fishbein is a Florida Licensed Mold Assessor and council-certified Microbial Investigator. He’s the founder of TradeCareerPath.com and has completed over 5,000 mold inspections since 2009. Brad now helps homeowners and tradespeople make smart decisions about mold, licensing, and skilled career paths.