Trade school programs in Tennessee
There are 239 trade programs at 78 schools in Tennessee in federal College Scorecard data. 167 are at public schools; 233 offer a certificate and 29 an associate degree. Half of these schools charge under $5,948 a year in tuition and fees (239 reporting). Median earnings one year after finishing: $30,001 (135 programs reporting). Most programs are in Memphis (25), Chattanooga (19), Nashville (17). Most common trades: Cosmetology & Barbering (45), Medical Assistant & Allied Health (41), CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) (33). 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 29
- HVAC/R 27
- Electrician & Lineworker 16
- Plumbing & Pipefitting 5
- Automotive & Diesel Technician 29
- CNA & Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) 33
- Medical Assistant & Allied Health 41
- Cosmetology & Barbering 45
- CDL & Truck Driving 14
Frequently asked questions
How many trade programs are in Tennessee?
We found 239 certificate or associate programs at 78 schools in Tennessee in College Scorecard data, 167 of them at public schools.
What are the lowest-tuition trade programs in Tennessee?
By school-wide yearly tuition and fees: Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville (Huntsville, $4,247); Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville (Huntsville, $4,247); Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville (Huntsville, $4,247). 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.