Best Trade Schools in Sparks, Nevada (2025 Guide)

Updated October 9, 2025 | Brad Fishbein

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Here are the best schools in Sparks–Reno. This guide lists accredited programs, apprenticeships, and Nevada licensing basics for core trades1.

Top Trade Schools in Sparks

Verify current offerings and accreditation23.

School Program Length Highlights
Truckee Meadows Community College (Reno) Certificates 6–12 months; AAS ~2 years NWCCU accredited. HVAC, Welding, Manufacturing, and Automotive programs; hybrid and evening options2.
IBEW Local 401 – Electrical JATC (Reno) 3–5 years Registered electrical apprenticeship; paid OJT + classroom instruction.
UA Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 350 – Training (Reno) ~5 years Registered apprenticeship in plumbing/pipefitting/HVACR; paid training and certifications.

Licensing in Nevada

  • Contractors: Nevada State Contractors Board issues licenses (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) — documented experience, exams, and financial requirements.
  • Electricians/Plumbers: Jurisdictional licensing/registration may apply for journeypersons; verify locally.
  • HVAC: EPA 608 required for refrigerants4.
  • Welding: No statewide welder license; employers require performance qualifications.

Next Steps

  • Compare NV programs: /trade-school/nevada/
  • Explore trades and credentials: /trades/
  • National school hub: /trade-school/

Tour labs, confirm accreditation, and map training to Nevada licensing and apprenticeships.

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Reno Metro. bls.gov/oes ↩

  2. U.S. Department of Education, College Navigator. nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator ↩ ↩

  3. Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), Directory. accsc.org ↩

  4. U.S. EPA, Section 608 Technician Certification. epa.gov/section608 ↩

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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.