Trade Schools in Minnesota
18 schools with their programs, certifications, equipment, and accreditations. This is a directory, not a quality ranking. Real data, no affiliate padding.
#20
National Rank
18
Schools
21
Program Types
8
Certifications
3.6
Avg Programs/School
21
Observed Program Tags
Critical Skills: WeldingHVACPlumbingMachine
How This List Is Ordered
This is not a quality ranking, and we do not name a best school. Schools appear in order of how much verified program and credential data BOMAtlas currently holds for each one. The order is computed from these five components only, out of 62 points:
- Program breadth 0-20 pts
- Certification depth 0-15 pts
- Equipment and facilities 0-8 pts
- Accreditation 0-12 pts
- Financial aid eligibility (VA, Pell, WIOA) 0-7 pts
Schools with the same total are listed alphabetically. Nothing else affects the order: no commercial relationship with BOMForge, no measure of how completely we recorded a school, and no paid placement. No school pays to appear here or to appear higher.
A school further down the list may simply have less data confirmed so far. Absence of data is a gap in our records, not a negative signal about the school. Placement rates and starting salaries are shown below where a school has published them, but they do not affect the order, because we hold them for too few schools to compare fairly. The list is updated as new data is verified.
15 Trade Schools in Minnesota in Detail
1
Alexandria Technical & Community College
Alexandria, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry🤖 Robotics & Automation📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting🏥 Healthcare & Medical
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
1% placement
Certifications: Phlebotomy, Medical Coding
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NA ACLS), the
accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and the
Commission on Recognition of Post-Secondary Accreditation (CORPA)the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN
CNEA), located at 2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037the AED Foundation (AEDF)the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN
CNEA), located at 2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20037
2
Anoka Technical College
Anoka, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
$32 avg salary
Certifications: NATE, NATEF, Medical Coding
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Contact: Kent Hanson —
[email protected]
3
Northland Community and Technical College
Thief River Falls, MN
📚 Auto Body Collision Technology🚗 Automotive Service Technology📚 Aviation Maintenance Technology📚 Uncrewed Aircraft Systems🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATEF, OSHA 10
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Contact: Shari Olson —
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4
Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: CNA, Medical Coding
the Higher Learning Commission , a Commission of the North Central Association of
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Colleges and Schools
Contact: Craig Johnson —
[email protected]
5
St Cloud Technical and Community College
Saint Cloud, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE, Medical Coding
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Contact: Lori Kloos —
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Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining📡 Electronics & Instrumentation
Certifications: CCNA, CNA, Phlebotomy
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Contact: General Info — [email protected]
7
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Minneapolis, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R⚡ Electrical Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE, HVAC Excellence
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Contact: Sharon Pierce —
[email protected]
8
Northwest Technical College
Bemidji, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry
Certifications: NATE, Medical Coding
Equipment: Simulator
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Contact: Dr. John L. Hoffman —
[email protected]
9
South Central College
North Mankato, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology
Pell Eligible
Certifications: NATE, NATEF
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Contact: Dr. Ritu Raju —
[email protected]
10
Hennepin Technical College
Brooklyn Park, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
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Contact: Joy Bodin —
[email protected]
11
North Hennepin Community College
Brooklyn Park, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting🏥 Healthcare & Medical
VA ApprovedTitle IV
Certifications: Phlebotomy
the Higher Learning Commission ( hlcommissionor membership in a local commissionAccreditation is important for your degree to be recognized by employers and
professional associationNorth Hennepin Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning
Commission
Contact: Rolando Garcia —
[email protected]
12
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R⚡ Electrical Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry🏭 Manufacturing Technology
Pell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE
Foundation BoardHoratio Alger AssociationBe a United States citizen Learn more about the Horatio Alger AssociationMinnesota State College Student Association
Contact: Angelia Millender —
[email protected]
13
Riverland Community College
Austin, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting
Certifications: NATE
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Contact: Kathleen Linaker —
[email protected]
14
Summit Academy Opportunities Industrialization Center
Minneapolis, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry📡 Electronics & Instrumentation📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting
Pell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
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Contact: General Info — [email protected]
15
Central Lakes College-Brainerd
Brainerd, MN
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🤖 Robotics & Automation📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting
Pell EligibleTitle IV
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Scholarships Alumni BoardThe foundation is governed by a volunteer boardaccreditation through the Higher Learning CommissionThe Central Lakes College Admissions and Recruitment team is a member of Minnesota
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Contact: Hara Charlier —
[email protected]
All Other Schools
| # | School | City | Programs | Certs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 |
|
Minneapolis | 11 | 1 |
| 17 |
 Minnesota North College
|
Hibbing | 13 | 1 |
| 18 |
|
Winona | 12 | 0 |
🔥 Welding & Fabrication Schools in Minnesota
🏗️ Construction & Carpentry Schools in Minnesota
📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting Schools in Minnesota
🏥 Healthcare & Medical Schools in Minnesota
💻 IT & Networking Schools in Minnesota
🚗 Automotive Technology Schools in Minnesota
🏭 Manufacturing Technology Schools in Minnesota
⚡ Electrical Technology Schools in Minnesota
Certifications Available
NATE11 schools
Medical Coding5 schools
Phlebotomy3 schools
NATEF3 schools
CNA2 schools
OSHA 101 schools
CCNA1 schools
HVAC Excellence1 schools
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trade schools are in Minnesota?
There are 18 trade schools in Minnesota tracked by BOMAtlas, offering programs in 21
different fields.
What are the most popular trade programs in Minnesota?
The most common programs are Welding & Fabrication, Construction & Carpentry,
CAD/CAM & Drafting. These reflect strong employer demand in the state.
What certifications can I earn at Minnesota trade schools?
Schools in Minnesota offer 8 different certifications including Phlebotomy, Medical
Coding, NATE, NATEF, OSHA 10.
How is this list of Minnesota trade schools ordered?
This is not a quality ranking and we do not name a best school. Schools are ordered by
how much verified program and credential data BOMAtlas currently holds for each one,
using five components: program breadth (0-20 points), certification depth (0-15),
equipment and facilities (0-8), accreditation (0-12), and financial aid eligibility for
VA, Pell and WIOA (0-7). Schools with the same total are ordered alphabetically. Nothing
else is used: no commercial relationship with BOMForge, no measure of how completely we
recorded a school, and no paid placement. A school lower in the list may simply have
less data confirmed so far, which is a gap in our records and not a judgment about the
school.
How does Minnesota compare to other states for trade education?
Minnesota ranks #20 nationally with 18 schools and 9 unique program types.
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