Best Trade Schools in Folkston, Georgia (2026)

Updated June 20, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Start here to compare accredited trade schools near Folkston. This guide links to programs, state licensing steps, and related career paths so you can get job-ready quickly in Georgia.

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Compare Trade Schools Near Folkston, Georgia

How We Rank Schools

We first gather the schools closest to the city or state page you are viewing, then rank that local group by BOC Score, with the highest at the top. The BOC Score is computed from federal IPEDS and College Scorecard data; schools without enough data to score appear last.

Location / proximity to this page
Defines the local group
Graduation rate
30%
Median earnings, 10 years after entry
25%
Average net price (lower is better)
20%
Retention rate
15%
Fully online availability
10%

Schools without enough federal outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.

#1

Coastal Pines Technical College

Waycross, GA 34.1 miles away BOC Score 53.5
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Key stats
  • Completion rate: 47.1% (College Scorecard)
  • Programs offered: 89
  • Annual completions: 2305
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $42,956 (College Scorecard)
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#2

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

Valdosta, GA 80.0 miles away BOC Score 50.7
Tuition $3,480 - $11,034
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 47.4%
  • Programs offered: 106
  • Annual completions: 3632
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $40,586 (College Scorecard)
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#3

Valdosta State University

Valdosta, GA 76.0 miles away BOC Score 49.1
Tuition $6,124 - $20,801
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 72.3%
  • Graduation rate: 42.0%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 180
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $56,067 (College Scorecard)
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#4

Savannah Technical College

Savannah, GA 97.3 miles away BOC Score 48.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 105
  • Annual completions: 3428
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $44,293 (College Scorecard)
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#5

Southeastern Technical College

Vidalia, GA 96.6 miles away BOC Score 45.7
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Key stats
  • Completion rate: 36.0% (College Scorecard)
  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1357
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $44,621 (College Scorecard)
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#6

College of Coastal Georgia

Brunswick, GA 39.0 miles away BOC Score 39.6
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Key stats
  • Completion rate: 25.6% (College Scorecard)
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 34
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $52,505 (College Scorecard)
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#7

Brewton-Parker College

Mount Vernon, GA 99.0 miles away BOC Score 34.5
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Key stats
  • Completion rate: 22.2% (College Scorecard)
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 26
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#8

Empire Beauty School-Savannah

Savannah, GA 96.4 miles away BOC Score 21.2
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  • Savannah Centre, 7400 Abercorn St, Suite 901 Savannah, GA 31406-2455
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Key stats
  • Completion rate: 45.4% (College Scorecard)
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 102
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $24,506 (College Scorecard)

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#9

South University-Savannah

Savannah, GA 96.2 miles away BOC Score 18.9
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Key stats
  • Completion rate: 15.9% (College Scorecard)
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 38
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $68,975 (College Scorecard)
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

#10

South University-Savannah Online

Savannah, GA 96.2 miles away BOC Score 16.3
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Key stats
  • Completion rate: 6.3% (College Scorecard)
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 362
  • Median graduate earnings, 4 yrs after completing (all majors, not a single program): $68,975 (College Scorecard)
  • Online programs available

Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard

BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the main population center in Georgia.
#SchoolBOC Score (0–100)TuitionMedian grad earnings (all majors)Graduation rateOnlineDistance
153.5Contact school for pricing$42,95647%Yes*34 mi
250.7$3,480 - $11,034$40,58647%Yes*80 mi
348.8Contact school for pricing$44,293Not reportedYes*97 mi
445.7Contact school for pricing$44,62136%Yes*97 mi
539.6Contact school for pricing$52,50526%Yes*39 mi
634.5Contact school for pricingNot reported22%Yes*99 mi
721.2Contact school for pricing$24,50645%—96 mi

Schools closest to the main population center in Georgia are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the main population center in Georgia is shown for reference. The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation, earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it. *Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is completed in person. Read the full methodology.

Median Graduate Earnings by School - Best Trade Schools in Folkston, Georgia (2026)
Median graduate earnings by school, Best Trade Schools in Folkston, Georgia (2026) (College Scorecard)College of Coastal Georgia $52505; Southeastern Technical College $44621; Savannah Technical College $44293; Coastal Pines Technical College $42956; Wiregrass Georgia Technical College $40586; Empire Beauty School-Savannah $24506.College of Coastal Georgia$52,505Southeastern Technical College$44,621Savannah Technical College$44,293Coastal Pines Technical Coll...$42,956Wiregrass Georgia Technical ...$40,586Empire Beauty School-Savannah$24,506
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard - median earnings of all graduates at each school (not a single program).
Median graduate earnings by school for schools serving Best Trade Schools in Folkston, Georgia (2026)
SchoolMedian graduate earnings
College of Coastal Georgia$52,505
Southeastern Technical College$44,621
Savannah Technical College$44,293
Coastal Pines Technical College$42,956
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College$40,586
Empire Beauty School-Savannah$24,506

Georgia Trade Career Outlook

Building & Construction Trades

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Plumber4.5%
Carpenter4.5%
Welder2.2%
Flooring Installer9.5%
Construction Worker7.3%

Construction Management & Inspection

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Construction Manager8.7%
Home Inspector-0.8%

Electrical & Energy Systems

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Lineworker6.6%
Wind Turbine Technician49.9%
Tower Technician8.6%
Electrician9.5%
HVAC Technician8.1%
Solar Installer42.1%

Mechanical, Automotive & Transportation

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Aircraft Mechanic (A&P)4.0%
Gunsmith2.0%
Diesel Technician2.4%
Truck Driver (CDL)4.0%
CNC Machinist0.0%
Auto Mechanic4.2%
Automotive Technician4.2%
Heavy Equipment Operator3.6%
Maintenance Technician3.8%

Healthcare: Nursing & Patient Care

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)2.6%
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)2.6%
Hemodialysis Technician5.2%
Mental Health Technician20.0%
Medical Assistant12.5%
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)2.3%
Patient Care Technician2.3%
Home Health Aide17.0%

Healthcare: Allied Health & Diagnostics

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer13.0%
EKG Technician3.0%
Radiologic Technologist4.3%
Surgical Technologist4.5%
Optician2.9%
Sterile Processing Technician10.0%
Dental Assistant6.4%
Phlebotomy Technician5.6%
Pharmacy Technician6.4%

Healthcare: Administration & Office Support

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist7.1%
Medical Office Administrator4.2%

Therapy, Rehab & Fitness

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Occupational Therapy Assistant19.2%
Massage Therapist15.4%
Personal Trainer11.9%
Physical Therapy Aide2.8%

Animal Care & Training

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Dog Trainer5.1%
Veterinary Technician9.1%
Veterinary Assistant8.7%

Beauty & Personal Care

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Esthetician6.7%
Beauty Professional5.6%
Cosmetologist5.6%

Culinary & Hospitality Careers

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Culinary Chef7.1%
Pastry Chef7.1%

Business & Legal Support

TradeJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Digital Court Reporter-0.3%
Paralegal0.2%
Bookkeeper-5.8%

Job growth uses state projections when available and national projections (BLS Employment Projections, 2024-2034) when state data is unavailable. Median pay for each trade is shown in the comparison table above.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment Projections (2024-2034). Projected U.S. change shown for each trade.

Next Steps

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

DataProviderVintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsMay 2025
Employment ProjectionsU.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data SystemNational Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirementsCareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programsCareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2025-10-25)