Select a program of interest to explore trade schools that match your goals.
New York’s economy is powered by skilled workers-from the skyscrapers of Manhattan to the factories of Buffalo. Whether you’re in NYC, Albany, Rochester, or the rural North Country, trade schools across New York offer practical, job-focused training to help you get started in a high-demand career.
From HVAC and electrical to healthcare and welding, New York’s trade programs help students earn certifications and pursue roles more quickly; timelines and outcomes vary by location and job market.
Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard
Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard
Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard
Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard
Source: ACCSC IPEDS College Scorecard
Lincoln Tech (Queens), SUNY Morrisville, and BOCES programs across the state are all strong choices, offering hands-on programs in automotive, HVAC, and allied health fields.
Many SUNY and CUNY campuses offer technical certificate and associate degree programs in skilled trades and healthcare.
According to the NYS Department of Labor and the BLS:
If you’re ready to begin a skilled trade career in New York, these programs can help you get trained and certified so you can pursue roles sooner; timelines and outcomes vary by location and job market. Explore your options and take the next step today.
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.
