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Trade Schools in South Dakota - 2026 Directory

Browse 5 accredited trade schools and vocational programs in South Dakota. Find programs in welding, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, CDL training, and more.

5 Trade Schools
Welding Most Popular Program
$9,640 Avg. Tuition
10 Cities with Schools

Trade Schools by City in South Dakota

Sioux Falls 2 schools Rapid City 1 schools Aberdeen 1 schools Brookings 0 schools Watertown 1 schools Mitchell 0 schools Yankton 0 schools Huron 0 schools Pierre 0 schools Spearfish 0 schools

All Trade Schools in South Dakota

Lake Area Technical College

Watertown, SD Avg. Tuition: $8,200 Duration: 12-24 months
Welding Electrical Automotive CNC HVAC
Accredited (HLC)

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Southeast Technical College

Sioux Falls, SD Avg. Tuition: $9,400 Duration: 12-18 months
Electrical Plumbing HVAC Welding Automotive
Accredited (HLC)

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Western Dakota Technical College

Rapid City, SD Avg. Tuition: $8,800 Duration: 10-18 months
Welding CNC Automotive Electrical Carpentry
Accredited (HLC)

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Presentation College - Aberdeen

Aberdeen, SD Avg. Tuition: $14,200 Duration: 10-24 months
Medical Dental Cosmetology
Accredited (HLC)

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Mitchell Technical College

Sioux Falls, SD Avg. Tuition: $7,600 Duration: 8-14 months
CDL HVAC Plumbing Electrical Welding
Accredited (HLC)

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Nearby States

North Dakota 5 schools Minnesota 8 schools Iowa 7 schools Nebraska 6 schools Wyoming 5 schools Montana 5 schools

Frequently Asked Questions About Trade Schools in South Dakota

There are 5 accredited trade schools listed in our South Dakota directory, offering programs in welding, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, CDL, and more.

The average tuition for trade schools in South Dakota is approximately $9,640. Costs vary widely depending on the program type, duration, and institution.

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

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

Most trade school programs in South Dakota 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.