Best Trade Schools in Norfolk, Nebraska

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Top Trade Schools in Norfolk

Nebraska Trade Career Outlook

Building & Construction Trades

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Plumber$60,9704.5%
Welder$52,2202.2%
Carpenter$50,3204.5%
Construction Worker$47,2607.3%
Flooring Installer$43,8809.5%

Construction Management & Inspection

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Construction Manager$100,8208.7%
Home Inspector$65,000-0.8%

Electrical & Energy Systems

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Lineworker$92,1506.6%
Wind Turbine Technician$64,12049.9%
Electrician$60,8209.5%
HVAC Technician$59,8508.1%
Solar Installer$53,14042.1%
Tower Technician$52,4108.6%

Mechanical, Automotive & Transportation

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Aircraft Mechanic (A&P)$64,0204.0%
Diesel Technician$59,1402.4%
Gunsmith$58,7102.0%
Truck Driver (CDL)$58,3904.0%
Heavy Equipment Operator$58,3603.6%
CNC Machinist$55,8600.0%
Maintenance Technician$50,7003.8%
Auto Mechanic$50,5604.2%
Automotive Technician$50,5604.2%

Healthcare: Nursing & Patient Care

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)$62,6602.6%
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)$62,6602.6%
Mental Health Technician$57,37020.0%
Medical Assistant$47,37012.5%
Hemodialysis Technician$46,1405.2%
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)$40,0002.3%
Patient Care Technician$40,0002.3%
Home Health Aide$36,15017.0%

Healthcare: Allied Health & Diagnostics

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer$82,67013.0%
Radiologic Technologist$72,8604.3%
Surgical Technologist$63,8804.5%
EKG Technician$60,0003.0%
Dental Assistant$46,6606.4%
Pharmacy Technician$46,6106.4%
Sterile Processing Technician$41,48010.0%
Optician$39,8302.9%
Phlebotomy Technician$39,5405.6%

Healthcare: Administration & Office Support

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist$51,6707.1%
Medical Office Administrator$46,1004.2%

Therapy, Rehab & Fitness

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Occupational Therapy Assistant$63,18019.2%
Massage Therapist$53,95015.4%
Personal Trainer$31,44011.9%
Physical Therapy Aide$28,0802.8%

Animal Care & Training

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Veterinary Technician$43,6809.1%
Veterinary Assistant$36,1008.7%
Dog Trainer$34,9005.1%

Beauty & Personal Care

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Esthetician$58,4206.7%
Beauty Professional$34,3205.6%
Cosmetologist$34,3205.6%

Culinary & Hospitality Careers

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Culinary Chef$38,7517.1%
Pastry Chef$38,7517.1%

Business & Legal Support

TradeMedian SalaryJob Growth (2024-2034, US)
Digital Court Reporter$76,480-0.3%
Paralegal$63,2500.2%
Bookkeeper$47,110-5.8%

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 2025. State data (Nebraska) 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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