Trade Schools in Arkansas

12 schools with their programs, certifications, equipment, and accreditations. This is a directory, not a quality ranking. Real data, no affiliate padding.

Updated July 202612 schools16 programs18 certifications
#28
National Rank
12
Schools
16
Program Types
18
Certifications
2.9
Avg Programs/School
16
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:

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.

12 Trade Schools in Arkansas in Detail

1

National Park College

Hot Springs, AR
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology
Pell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: AWS Certified, ASE, CDL, CNA, NCCER, NIMS, OSHA 10, OSHA 30
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)NACEP – National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment PartnershipsHLC – The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schoolsthe Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Contact: Sarah Day — Sarah.Day@np.edu
2

Northwest Technical Institute

Springdale, AR
⚡ Electrical Technology❄️ HVAC/R⚙️ CNC & Machining🏗️ Construction & Carpentry🏥 Healthcare & Medical📡 Electronics Technology
Certifications: AWS Welding, ASE, CDL, CNA, EPA 608, NATE, NCCER, I-CAR
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
ACCSCCOE
Contact: General Contact — info@nwti.edu
3

South Arkansas College

El Dorado, AR
🏗️ Construction & Carpentry🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology⚙️ CNC & Machining❄️ HVAC/R
Certifications: AWS Welding, ASE, CDL, EKG, I-CAR, NATE, NCCER, OSHA 10
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
ACCSCCOE
Contact: Dr. Stephanie Tully-Dartez —
4

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Fort Smith, AR
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology⚙️ CNC & Machining📡 Electronics & Instrumentation🏭 Manufacturing Technology
VA Approved
Certifications: NATEF, CNA
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator, Medical Equipment (e.g. EKG, Phlebotomy)
the Higher Learning Commission and approved by the UAACSB International – the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Businessthe Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE)the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Contact: Terisa Riley — Terisa.Riley@uafs.edu
5

Black River Technical College

Pocahontas, AR
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology⚡ Electrical Technology🔧 Plumbing🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining
Title IV
Certifications: Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, OSHA 30, CNA, Phlebotomy
The Higher Learning Commission Full Workforce Training Calendar - Black River Technical College Skip to content We create heroes, craftsmen, and leaders Search for: Search About Foundation News Events Apply Today! Apply Today! College Coursework Workforce Training Student Support Community Education Admissions Directory We create heroes, craftsmen, and leaders College Coursework Workforce Training Student Support Community Education Admissions Directory About Foundation News Events Apply Today! Apply Today! Search for: Home Workforce Training Full Workforce Training Calendar Subscribe to Workforce Training Calendar March 2, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm OSHA 30 General Industry 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas March 3, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm OSHA 30 General Industry March 4, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm OSHA 30 General Industry 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Proven Parts 1 & 2 - Cross Ridge - Wynne 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas March 5, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm OSHA 30 General Industry March 9, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas March 11, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 60 Hr Pre License 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas March 12, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 60 Hr Pre License March 16, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas March 18, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 60 Hr Pre License 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas March 19, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 60 Hr Pre License March 23, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas March 25, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 60 Hr Pre License 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas March 26, 2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 60 Hr Pre License March 30, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas April 1, 2026 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas April 6, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas April 8, 2026 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas April 15, 2026 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice April 22, 2026 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice April 29, 2026 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice May 6, 2026 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice May 13, 2026 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice May 20, 2026 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice May 27, 2026 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice We're Here to Help! Callahan, Jody Workforce Education Development Coordinator MThe Higher Learning Commission Workforce Training - Black River Technical College Skip to content We create heroes, craftsmen, and leaders Search for: Search About Foundation News Events Apply Today! Apply Today! College Coursework Workforce Training Student Support Community Education Admissions Directory We create heroes, craftsmen, and leaders College Coursework Workforce Training Student Support Community Education Admissions Directory About Foundation News Events Apply Today! Apply Today! Search for: Home Workforce Training Workforce Training BRTC works closely with local and state workforce development agencies and area economic development initiatives to serve the needs of businesses and industries within Clay, Greene, Lawrence, and Randolph counties in developing workforce programs which benefit the workforce and employersThe Higher Learning Commission Career and Technical Center - Black River Technical College Skip to content We create heroes, craftsmen, and leaders Search for: Search About Foundation News Events Apply Today! Apply Today! College Coursework Workforce Training Student Support Community Education Admissions Directory We create heroes, craftsmen, and leaders College Coursework Workforce Training Student Support Community Education Admissions Directory About Foundation News Events Apply Today! Apply Today! Search for: Home College Coursework Career and Technical Center What is a Career and Technical Center? BRTC's Career and Technical Center (CTC) is a free program which enables high school juniors and seniors to get a head start on a career after high schoolThe Higher Learning Commission Career Pathways - Black River Technical College Skip to content We create heroes, craftsmen, and leaders Search for: Search About Foundation News Events Apply Today! Apply Today! College Coursework Workforce Training Student Support Community Education Admissions Directory We create heroes, craftsmen, and leaders College Coursework Workforce Training Student Support Community Education Admissions Directory About Foundation News Events Apply Today! Apply Today! Search for: Home Financial Aid Career Pathways What Is Career Pathways? Career Pathways seeks to help modest-income parents gain workplace skills leading to economic self-sufficiency and reduced reliance on public assistance
Contact: Martin Eggensperger —
6

Arkansas State University Mid-South

West Memphis, AR
⚡ Electrical Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry⚙️ CNC & Machining🏭 Manufacturing Technology📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting🏥 Healthcare & Medical
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator, Medical Equipment
the the Higher Learning Commissionthe National Institute of Metal Working Skills (NIMS) and is an approved HAAS Technical Training ProviderLINKS Academic Calendar Campus Map Board of Trustees BoardFOUNDATION PAGES About the Foundation Board
Contact: Dr. Debra West — dwest@asumidsouth.edu
7

Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas

Helena, AR
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry🏭 Manufacturing Technology📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
The Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation, 1503 Edwards Ferry Rdthe Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE), PMB 219, 8865 Norwin Avenue STE 27, North Huntingdon, PA 15642the Commission on Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, 1401 H St
Contact: Dr. Keith Pinchback — pinchback@pccua.edu
8

University of Arkansas Community College-Morrilton

Morrilton, AR
🔥 Welding & Fabrication❄️ HVAC/R🚗 Automotive Technology🏗️ Construction & Carpentry🏭 Manufacturing Technology📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
The Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation, 1503 Edwards Ferry Rdthe Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE), PMB 219, 8865 Norwin Avenue STE 27, North Huntingdon, PA 15642the Commission on Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, 1401 H St
Contact: Admissions Office — adm@uaccm.edu
9

Ozarka College

Melbourne, AR
🔥 Welding & Fabrication🚗 Automotive Technology⚙️ CNC & Machining📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting🏥 Healthcare & Medical💻 IT & Networking
VA ApprovedTitle IV
Certifications: NATEF
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
one of the six regional accrediting agencies recognized by the Higher Learning Commissionthe Higher Learning Commissionthe American Culinary Federation (ACF), 180 Center Place Way, Stthe National Automotive Technician's Education Foundation (NATEF), 101 Blue Seal Drive, S
Contact: Joshua Wilson — jwilson@ozarka.edu
10

Southern Arkansas University Tech

Camden, AR
🏥 Healthcare & Medical
Certifications: CDL, CNA, NCCER, OSHA 10, OSHA 30
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator
ACCSC AccreditationCOE Accreditation
Contact: Admissions Office — admissions@sautech.edu
11

Arkansas State University Three Rivers

Malvern, AR
💻 IT & Networking
Certifications: AWS Certified, CDL, EKG, NCCER, OSHA 10, OSHA 30
ACCSCCOE
Contact: Dr. Steve Rook —
12

Arkansas Welding Academy

Jacksonville, AR
🔥 Welding & Fabrication
Certifications: AWS Welding
COEVA Approved
Contact: General Contact — info@arkansasweldingacademy.edu

🏥 Healthcare & Medical Schools in Arkansas

1
Hot Springs, AR
AWS Certified, ASE, CDL
2
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
NATEF, CNA
4
Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, OSHA 30
5
NATE

🔥 Welding & Fabrication Schools in Arkansas

1
Hot Springs, AR
AWS Certified, ASE, CDL
2
El Dorado, AR
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
NATEF, CNA
4
Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, OSHA 30

🚗 Automotive Technology Schools in Arkansas

1
Hot Springs, AR
AWS Certified, ASE, CDL
2
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
El Dorado, AR
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
4
NATEF, CNA
5
Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, OSHA 30

💻 IT & Networking Schools in Arkansas

1
Hot Springs, AR
AWS Certified, ASE, CDL
2
NATEF, CNA
3
Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, OSHA 30
4
NATE

🏗️ Construction & Carpentry Schools in Arkansas

1
Hot Springs, AR
AWS Certified, ASE, CDL
2
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
El Dorado, AR
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
4
Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, OSHA 30
5
NATE

⚙️ CNC & Machining Schools in Arkansas

1
Hot Springs, AR
AWS Certified, ASE, CDL
2
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
El Dorado, AR
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
4
NATEF, CNA
5
Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, OSHA 30

📚 CAD/CAM & Drafting Schools in Arkansas

1
Hot Springs, AR
AWS Certified, ASE, CDL
2
NATEF, CNA
3
Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, OSHA 30
4
NATE

⚡ Electrical Technology Schools in Arkansas

1
Hot Springs, AR
AWS Certified, ASE, CDL
2
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
El Dorado, AR
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
4
NATEF, CNA
5
Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, OSHA 30

Certifications Available

CDL5 schools
CNA5 schools
NCCER5 schools
OSHA 305 schools
NATE5 schools
OSHA 104 schools
AWS Welding4 schools
ASE3 schools
I-CAR3 schools
EKG3 schools
Phlebotomy3 schools
AWS Certified2 schools
CPR/BLS2 schools
NATEF2 schools
NIMS1 schools
EPA 6081 schools

Frequently Asked Questions

How many trade schools are in Arkansas?
There are 12 trade schools in Arkansas tracked by BOMAtlas, offering programs in 16 different fields.
What are the most popular trade programs in Arkansas?
The most common programs are Healthcare & Medical, Welding & Fabrication, Automotive Technology. These reflect strong employer demand in the state.
What certifications can I earn at Arkansas trade schools?
Schools in Arkansas offer 18 different certifications including AWS Certified, ASE, CDL, CNA, NCCER.
How is this list of Arkansas 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 Arkansas compare to other states for trade education?
Arkansas ranks #28 nationally with 12 schools and 8 unique program types.