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Trade Schools in Pennsylvania - 2026 Directory

Browse 12 accredited trade schools and vocational programs in Pennsylvania. Find programs in welding, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, CDL training, and more.

12 Trade Schools
HVAC Most Popular Program
$13,842 Avg. Tuition
10 Cities with Schools

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Lincoln Technical Institute - Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA Avg. Tuition: $23,500 Duration: 12-18 months
Automotive HVAC Electrical Welding Diesel
Accredited (ACCSC)

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Fortis Institute - Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA Avg. Tuition: $18,200 Duration: 9-15 months
Medical Dental HVAC Electrical
Accredited (ACCSC)

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Community College of Philadelphia - Workforce Programs

Philadelphia, PA Avg. Tuition: $6,100 Duration: 9-18 months
Electrical HVAC Plumbing Welding Automotive CNC
Accredited (MSCHE)

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Triangle Tech - Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, PA Avg. Tuition: $19,800 Duration: 12-18 months
Welding HVAC Electrical Carpentry Plumbing
Accredited (ACCSC)

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Pittsburgh Technical College

Pittsburgh, PA Avg. Tuition: $22,000 Duration: 18-24 months
HVAC Electrical Welding CNC Automotive
Accredited (MSCHE)

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Community College of Allegheny County - Technical Programs

Pittsburgh, PA Avg. Tuition: $6,400 Duration: 9-18 months
Welding HVAC Electrical CNC Plumbing
Accredited (MSCHE)

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Lehigh Carbon Community College - Trade Programs

Allentown, PA Avg. Tuition: $6,200 Duration: 9-18 months
Welding HVAC Electrical Automotive CNC
Accredited (MSCHE)

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Pace Institute - Allentown

Allentown, PA Avg. Tuition: $15,800 Duration: 9-12 months
Medical Dental HVAC
Accredited (ACCSC)

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Erie Institute of Technology

Erie, PA Avg. Tuition: $18,500 Duration: 12-18 months
HVAC Electrical Welding CNC Automotive
Accredited (ACCSC)

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Mercyhurst University - Technical Programs

Erie, PA Avg. Tuition: $9,200 Duration: 9-18 months
Electrical HVAC Welding
Accredited (MSCHE)

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Harrisburg Area Community College - Trade Programs

Harrisburg, PA Avg. Tuition: $5,900 Duration: 9-18 months
Welding HVAC Electrical Plumbing Automotive CNC Carpentry
Accredited (MSCHE)

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Pennsylvania College of Technology - Workforce Programs

Harrisburg, PA Avg. Tuition: $14,500 Duration: 12-24 months
Welding CNC Automotive Electrical HVAC Carpentry
Accredited (MSCHE)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trade Schools in Pennsylvania

There are 12 accredited trade schools listed in our Pennsylvania directory, offering programs in welding, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, CDL, and more.

The average tuition for trade schools in Pennsylvania is approximately $13,842. Costs vary widely depending on the program type, duration, and institution.

The most popular trade school program in Pennsylvania is HVAC, followed by other in-demand fields like HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.

Most trade schools in our Pennsylvania directory are accredited by recognized organizations such as ACCSC, COE, or regional accreditors. Always verify accreditation status before enrolling.

Most trade school programs in Pennsylvania take between 6 months and 2 years to complete, depending on the trade and whether the program is certificate-based or leads to an associate degree.