2026 Rankings
Best Trade Schools by Trade
Find the top-ranked schools for your specific trade. Each ranking is scored within that trade group — not globally.
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Agriculture & Farming
Automotive Technology
Aviation & Flight Operations
Beauty & Cosmetology
CDL & Truck Driver Training
CNC Machinist
Computer Information Technology
Construction Trades
Criminal Justice & Protective Services
Culinary & Pastry
Electrician
Energy & Utilities Technology
Heavy Equipment Operation
HVAC Technician
Mechanic & Engine Technician
Metal Fabrication & Machining
Nursing LPN/LVN
Plumber and Pipe Fitter
Vet Assistants and Technicians
Welding
Showing 18 trades in Criminal Justice & Protective Services
Police Officer
454 schools ranked
Criminal Justice Supervisor
270 schools ranked
Firefighter
229 schools ranked
Police Supervisor
229 schools ranked
Corrections Officer
142 schools ranked
Fire Safety Technician
135 schools ranked
Forensic Science Technician
79 schools ranked
Fire Services Manager
47 schools ranked
Emergency Management Coordinator
38 schools ranked
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
37 schools ranked
Digital Forensics Analyst
33 schools ranked
Security Guard
30 schools ranked
Workplace Safety Specialist
23 schools ranked
Criminal Justice
20 schools ranked
Cybersecurity Analyst
15 schools ranked
Fire Protection Technician
11 schools ranked
Juvenile Corrections Officer
11 schools ranked
Wildland Firefighter
11 schools ranked