Best Trade Schools in Tyler, Texas

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Top Trade Schools in Tyler

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Texas Trade Career Outlook

Building & Construction Trades

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Welder $49,830 2.2%
Plumber $58,560 4.5%
Flooring Installer $42,880 9.5%
Construction Worker $38,180 7.3%
Carpenter $48,150 4.5%

Construction Management & Inspection

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Home Inspector $62,110 -0.8%
Construction Manager $99,600 8.7%

Electrical & Energy Systems

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Wind Turbine Technician $61,790 49.9%
Tower Technician $68,320 -3.1%
Solar Installer $45,870 42.1%
Lineworker $77,560 6.6%
HVAC Technician $54,050 8.1%
Electrician $56,920 9.5%

Mechanical, Automotive & Transportation

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Truck Driver (CDL) $53,070 4.0%
Maintenance Technician $44,940 3.8%
Heavy Equipment Operator $49,650 3.6%
Gunsmith $44,960 2.4%
Diesel Technician $57,870 2.4%
CNC Machinist $56,040 0.0%
Automotive Technician $48,660 4.2%
Auto Mechanic $48,660 4.2%
Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) $80,320 4.0%

Healthcare: Nursing & Patient Care

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Patient Care Technician $36,390 2.3%
Mental Health Technician $38,460 20.0%
Medical Assistant $38,930 12.5%
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) $60,150 2.6%
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) $60,150 2.6%
Home Health Aide $23,470 17.0%
Hemodialysis Technician $47,410 5.2%
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) $36,390 2.3%

Healthcare: Allied Health & Diagnostics

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Surgical Technologist $62,640 4.5%
Sterile Processing Technician $46,010 10.0%
Radiologic Technologist $76,800 4.3%
Phlebotomy Technician $39,770 5.6%
Pharmacy Technician $43,920 6.4%
Optician $36,400 2.9%
EKG Technician $47,970 3.0%
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer $84,900 13.0%
Dental Assistant $42,270 6.4%

Healthcare: Administration & Office Support

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Medical Office Administrator $39,560 4.2%
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist $47,230 7.1%

Therapy, Rehab & Fitness

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Physical Therapy Aide $32,050 2.8%
Personal Trainer $39,980 11.9%
Occupational Therapy Assistant $77,910 19.2%
Massage Therapist $56,540 15.4%

Animal Care & Training

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Veterinary Technician $37,250 9.1%
Veterinary Assistant $30,430 8.7%
Dog Trainer $33,290 5.1%

Beauty & Personal Care

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Esthetician $42,940 6.7%
Cosmetologist $28,370 5.6%
Beauty Professional $28,370 5.6%

Culinary & Hospitality Careers

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Pastry Chef $35,722 7.1%
Culinary Chef $35,722 7.1%

Business & Legal Support

Trade Median Salary Job Growth (2024-2034, US)
Paralegal $59,700 0.2%
Digital Court Reporter $105,550 -0.3%
Bookkeeper $48,250 -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 (Texas). Job growth reflects projected U.S. change for each trade.

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