Best Trade Schools in Nashville, Tennessee

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Top Trade Schools in Nashville

#1

American Baptist College

Nashville, TN In-state option

Located in Nashville, TN American Baptist College is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Entrepreneurship.

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#2

Arnolds Beauty School

Milan, TN In-state option

Located in Milan, TN Arnolds Beauty School is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Beauty Cosmetology and Cosmetologist.

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#3

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Athens

Athens, TN In-state option

Located in Athens, TN Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Athens is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Auto Body and Collision Repair, Automotive Technician, and Automotive Technology.

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#4

Austin Peay State University

Clarksville, TN In-state option

Located in Clarksville, TN Austin Peay State University is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, and Database Management.

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#5

Baptist Health Sciences University

Memphis, TN In-state option

Located in Memphis, TN Baptist Health Sciences University is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Medical Assistant, Radiologic Technologist, and Radiologic Technology.

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#6

Belmont University

Nashville, TN In-state option

Located in Nashville, TN Belmont University is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Entrepreneurship, Fashion Design, and Film and Video Production.

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#7

Bethel University

McKenzie, TN In-state option

Located in McKenzie, TN Bethel University is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, and Art and Design Foundations.

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#8

Bryan College-Dayton

Dayton, TN In-state option

Located in Dayton, TN Bryan College-Dayton is a institution focused on career-ready training. Signature programs include Criminal Justice, Data Analytics Technology, and Marketing Management.

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Tennessee Trade Career Outlook

Building & Construction Trades

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Welder $47,280 2.2%
Plumber $57,730 4.5%
Flooring Installer $44,870 9.5%
Construction Worker $44,150 7.3%
Carpenter $49,520 4.5%

Construction Management & Inspection

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Home Inspector $59,850 -0.8%
Construction Manager $99,790 8.7%

Electrical & Energy Systems

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Wind Turbine Technician $62,580 49.9%
Tower Technician $59,420 -3.1%
Solar Installer $51,860 42.1%
Lineworker $80,160 6.6%
HVAC Technician $51,480 8.1%
Electrician $59,190 9.5%

Mechanical, Automotive & Transportation

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Truck Driver (CDL) $55,610 4.0%
Maintenance Technician $46,880 3.8%
Heavy Equipment Operator $49,070 3.6%
Gunsmith $45,760 2.4%
Diesel Technician $59,120 2.4%
CNC Machinist $48,610 0.0%
Automotive Technician $47,460 4.2%
Auto Mechanic $47,460 4.2%
Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) $85,580 4.0%

Healthcare: Nursing & Patient Care

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Patient Care Technician $36,750 2.3%
Mental Health Technician $37,970 20.0%
Medical Assistant $38,150 12.5%
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) $54,530 2.6%
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) $54,530 2.6%
Home Health Aide $30,720 17.0%
Hemodialysis Technician $47,000 5.2%
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) $36,750 2.3%

Healthcare: Allied Health & Diagnostics

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Surgical Technologist $56,370 4.5%
Sterile Processing Technician $44,030 10.0%
Radiologic Technologist $63,940 4.3%
Phlebotomy Technician $38,440 5.6%
Pharmacy Technician $38,130 6.4%
Optician $47,850 2.9%
EKG Technician $63,940 3.0%
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer $79,480 13.0%
Dental Assistant $46,090 6.4%

Healthcare: Administration & Office Support

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Medical Office Administrator $38,630 4.2%
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist $49,740 7.1%

Therapy, Rehab & Fitness

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Physical Therapy Aide $30,700 2.8%
Personal Trainer $42,010 11.9%
Occupational Therapy Assistant $62,060 19.2%
Massage Therapist $49,670 15.4%

Animal Care & Training

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Veterinary Technician $36,940 9.1%
Veterinary Assistant $36,440 8.7%
Dog Trainer $37,250 5.1%

Beauty & Personal Care

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Esthetician $36,090 6.7%
Cosmetologist $29,170 5.6%
Beauty Professional $29,170 5.6%

Culinary & Hospitality Careers

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Pastry Chef $37,369 7.1%
Culinary Chef $37,369 7.1%

Business & Legal Support

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Paralegal $55,270 0.2%
Digital Court Reporter $67,310 -0.3%
Bookkeeper $46,540 -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 2024. State data (Tennessee) 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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