Trade school programs in Florida
College Scorecard lists 610 trade programs at 214 schools in Florida. 408 are at public schools; 588 offer a certificate and 64 an associate degree. Half of these schools charge under $4,779 a year in tuition and fees (606 reporting). Median earnings one year after finishing: $26,430 (238 programs reporting). Most programs are in Miami (55), Tampa (30), Jacksonville (26). Most common trades: Cosmetology & Barbering (121), Medical Assistant & Allied Health (103), CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) (101). Choose a trade. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (Oct 2026 release). Program lists show certificate and associate programs reported to the Department; schools that don't take federal aid may be missing.
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- Welding & Machining 57
- HVAC/R 47
- Electrician & Lineworker 48
- Plumbing & Pipefitting 26
- Carpentry 16
- Automotive & Diesel Technician 67
- CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) 101
- Medical Assistant & Allied Health 103
- Cosmetology & Barbering 121
- CDL & Truck Driving 24
Frequently asked questions
How many trade programs are in Florida?
We found 610 certificate or associate programs at 214 schools in Florida in College Scorecard data, 408 of them at public schools.
What are the lowest-tuition trade programs in Florida?
By school-wide yearly tuition and fees: M-DCPS The English Center (Miami, $600); Cape Coral Technical College (Cape Coral, $964); Cape Coral Technical College (Cape Coral, $964). Program costs can differ, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
Where does this data come from?
The U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, which lists programs at schools that take part in federal student aid. Confirm details, licensing and current enrollment with the school.