Best Trade Schools in California

121 schools ranked by programs, certifications, equipment, and accreditations. Real data, no affiliate padding.

Updated March 2026121 schools33 programs23 certifications
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National Rank
121
Schools
33
Program Types
23
Certifications
2.7
Avg Programs/School
33
Observed Program Tags
Critical Skills: WeldingHVACElectricalPlumbingMachine

How We Rank Schools

Schools are ranked using a transparent composite score (0-100 points) based on verifiable data:

No school pays for placement. Rankings are updated as new data is verified.

Top 15 Trade Schools in California

1

Victor Valley College

Victorville, CA
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Plumbing Tools, HVAC Equipment
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Contact: Daniel Walden — Daniel.Walden@vvc.edu
2

Cypress College

Cypress, CA
HVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningCAD/CAM & DraftingHealthcare & Medical
VA Approved
Certifications: AWS Welding, ASE, CDL, CNA, EPA 608, NATE, NCCER, OSHA 10
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, HVAC Equipment, Automotive Diagnostic Equipment
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Contact: Rick Hodge —
3

Diablo Valley College

Pleasant Hill, CA
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA Approved
Certifications: AWS Welding, CDL, CNA, EPA 608, NATE, NCCER, OSHA 10, OSHA 30
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator
the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) , an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the Uprogrammatic accrediting bodies, which are responsible to determine license/certification eligibilityThis balance will be forwarded for collection to the State Franchise Tax BoardHistory Administration Accreditation Governance College Plans DVC Foundation College Safety News Campus Locations Apply Now Register for Classes Request Info Accreditation Home About DVC Accreditation Diablo Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission
Contact: Dr. Monica Chahal — mchahal@dvc.edu
4

Ohlone College

Fremont, CA
Welding & FabricationConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningCAD/CAM & DraftingIT & Networking
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator
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Contact: Charles S. Sasaki —
5

San Joaquin Delta College

Stockton, CA
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryRobotics & Automation
Pell Eligible
1% graduation
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Automotive Lifts, Aviation Equipment, HVAC Equipment
the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)Staff Athletes Employers Community search Utility Menu Login MyDelta DashboardEmployees Apply Utility Menu Login MyDelta DashboardAlumni Association Title IX Register to Vote End of Year Reports Board
Contact: Dr. Lisa Aguilera Lawrenson — lisa.lawrenson@deltacollege.edu
6

El Camino Community College District

Torrance, CA
Automotive ProgramWelding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator
the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), a division of the Western Association of Schools and Collegesthe Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) and then also meet standards that address the college’s mission, academic quality, student learning and support services, resources, and governanceCampus Map Contact Us Report a Website Issue Listen About El Camino About Us Leadership BoardCampus Map Contact Us Report a Website Issue Listen About El Camino About Us Leadership Board
Contact: David Gonzales — dgonzales@elcamino.edu
7

Advanced Career Institute

Visalia, CA
Welding & FabricationAutomotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryManufacturing TechnologyCAD/CAM & DraftingHealthcare & Medical
VA Approved
Certifications: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Hazmat Endorsement
Equipment: Stick Welder
the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) Privacy Policy X Grants and ScholarshipsAdvanced Career Institute 877-649-9614 Get Info Now Training Programs CDL Training Class A CDL Training Ag Transportation CDL Refresher Course Welding Training IT Professional Training Tuition Assistance Veterans Assistance Grants & Scholarships HEERF Other Financing Options Admissions ELDT Mandate ELDT Testing & Training FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Job Placement Trucking Partners Women In Trucking Locations Visalia Fresno Merced Bakersfield Las Vegas About ACI Contact Us News & Events Event Calendar Blog Our Mission & History Why Choose ACI FAQ Careers at ACI Meet The Team Training Programs CDL Training Class A CDL Training Ag Transportation CDL Refresher Course Welding Training IT Professional Training Tuition Assistance Veterans Assistance Grants & Scholarships HEERF Other Financing Options Admissions ELDT Mandate ELDT Testing & Training FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Job Placement Trucking Partners Women In Trucking Locations Visalia Fresno Merced Bakersfield Las Vegas About ACI Contact Us News & Events Event Calendar Blog Our Mission & History Why Choose ACI FAQ Careers at ACI Meet The Team Request Info Now Grants & Scholarships Grant & Scholarship Options for Tuition Assistance Grants and Scholarships are available to qualifying students to cover tuition costs and expenses, and generally, do not have to be repaidthe Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE) Privacy Policy X California Welding SchoolsAdvanced Career Institute 877-649-9614 Get Info Now Training Programs CDL Training Class A CDL Training Ag Transportation CDL Refresher Course Welding Training IT Professional Training Tuition Assistance Veterans Assistance Grants & Scholarships HEERF Other Financing Options Admissions ELDT Mandate ELDT Testing & Training FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Job Placement Trucking Partners Women In Trucking Locations Visalia Fresno Merced Bakersfield Las Vegas About ACI Contact Us News & Events Event Calendar Blog Our Mission & History Why Choose ACI FAQ Careers at ACI Meet The Team Training Programs CDL Training Class A CDL Training Ag Transportation CDL Refresher Course Welding Training IT Professional Training Tuition Assistance Veterans Assistance Grants & Scholarships HEERF Other Financing Options Admissions ELDT Mandate ELDT Testing & Training FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Job Placement Trucking Partners Women In Trucking Locations Visalia Fresno Merced Bakersfield Las Vegas About ACI Contact Us News & Events Event Calendar Blog Our Mission & History Why Choose ACI FAQ Careers at ACI Meet The Team Request Info Now Welder Training & Certifications Welding School Technology Course at ACI Welder Training Near You Advanced Career Institute currently offers Welding Classes at their: Visalia Welding School Fresno Welding School Bakersfield Welding School Learn to Weld with ACI’s Welding Technology Training Our Advanced Welding Technology course is available to students with little to no welding experience
Contact: General Contact — email@advanced.edu
Trade school offering Welding & Fabrication and Commercial Driving programs with CDL certifications. COE accredited.
8

Rio Hondo College

Whittier, CA
Welding & FabricationConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningCAD/CAM & DraftingHealthcare & MedicalIT & Networking
Pell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)Hondo Community College District BoardHondo College has secured accreditation from the Accreditation CommissionContact Us YouTube X Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Helpful Links Board
Contact: Teresa Dreyfuss —
9

San Bernardino Valley College

San Bernardino, CA
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE, Medical Coding
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator
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Contact: Gilbert J. Contreras, Ph.D. — gcontreras@valleycollege.edu
10

Cerritos College

Norwalk, CA
Welding & FabricationAutomotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryManufacturing TechnologyCAD/CAM & DraftingWoodworking & Cabinetry
Pell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: AWS Certified, ASE, CPR/BLS, CDL, CNA, EKG, I-CAR, OSHA 10
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Contact: Dr. Nick Real —
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San Jose City College

San Jose, CA
Computer Information SystemsWelding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & Carpentry
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator
hours of instruction to satisfy the requirements of the California State BoardUpon completion of the program students are eligible to take the State BoardCity College Vietnamese Student AssociationThis space is a hub for the Veterans Programming efforts that include connecting you with the Veterans Student Association
Contact: David Coon — SJCCPres@sjcc.edu
12

Merced College

Merced, CA
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator
the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges, 10 Commercial BlvdHybrid Programs Secondary Accreditation Accessibility Student Success Metrics BoardVision Campuses Visit Us BoardStaff Community Alumni Association
Contact: Autumn S. Gardia — autumn.gardia@mccd.edu
13

Mendocino College

Ukiah, CA
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningElectronics & Instrumentation
Pell Eligible
Certifications: NATE, OSHA 10
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator
the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) , part of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), 1428 J Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814, (415) 506-0234, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the Uthe Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac AveStaff BoardStaff Email MyMendo Zoom Login Library Locations Building Maps Coast Center Coastal Field Station Lake Center North County Ukiah Campus Mendocino College Main Navigation Desktop About Leadership Board
Contact: Timothy Karas, Ed.D — tkaras@mendocino.edu
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San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia

Visalia, CA
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
Certifications: EPA 608, NATE, OSHA 10, CNA
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) , 1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500, Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001The American Dental Association’s Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and has been granted the accreditation status of “approval without reporting requirementsthe Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC-STSA)the American Veterinary Medical Association as a program for educating veterinary technicians, www
Contact: General Phone —
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San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
Certifications: EPA 608, NATE, OSHA 10, CNA
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) , 1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500, Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001The American Dental Association’s Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and has been granted the accreditation status of “approval without reporting requirementsthe Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC-STSA)the American Veterinary Medical Association as a program for educating veterinary technicians, www
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All Other Schools

# School City Programs Certs
16 Bakersfield College Bakersfield 6 1
17 Glendale Community College Glendale 6 9
18 City College of San Francisco San Francisco 11 2
19 Riverside City College Riverside 8 1
20 Carrington College-Sacramento Sacramento 9 3
21 Butte College Oroville 7 1
22 Santa Rosa Junior College Santa Rosa 6 1
23 Saddleback College Mission Viejo 10 3
24 Oxnard College Oxnard 9 1
25 Palo Verde College Blythe 10 2
26 Skyline College San Bruno 10 1
27 Golden West College Huntington Beach 8 1
28 Irvine Valley College Irvine 9 1
29 Porterville College Porterville 6 1
30 Santa Monica College Santa Monica 8 1
31 Southwestern College Chula Vista 8 1
32 CET-San Jose San Jose 12 7
33 CET-El Centro El Centro 12 7
34 CET-Colton Colton 12 7
35 CET-Watsonville Watsonville 12 7
36 CET-Coachella Coachella 12 7
37 CET-Oxnard Oxnard 12 7
38 CET-Soledad Soledad 12 7
39 Brownson Technical School Anaheim 7 1
40 Barstow Community College Barstow 13 1
41 Columbia College Sonora 7 1
42 Hacienda La Puente Adult Education La Puente 8 3
43 San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno Trades Education Fresno 15 4
44 San Joaquin Valley College-Trades Education Center Fresno 11 4
45 San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario Ontario 11 4
46 San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia Hesperia 11 4
47 San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula Temecula 11 4
48 San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster Lancaster 11 4
49 Napa Valley College Napa 7 1
50 Mt San Antonio College Walnut 11 1
51 Mt San Jacinto Community College District San Jacinto 8 1
52 Solano Community College Fairfield 6 1
53 Foothill College Los Altos Hills 8 1
54 San Diego Miramar College San Diego 9 1
55 College of the Siskiyous Weed 5 1
56 Ventura College Ventura 8 1
57 American River College Sacramento 14 2
58 Long Beach City College Long Beach 9 1
59 College of Marin Kentfield 5 1
60 Moorpark College Moorpark 7 1
61 College of San Mateo San Mateo 5 1
62 Fresno City College Fresno 8 1
63 The Fab School Rancho Cucamonga 7 1
64 Compton College Compton 8 1
65 Institute for Business and Technology Santa Clara 11 3
66 Laney College Oakland 14 1
67 Monterey Peninsula College Monterey 4 1
68 Santa Ana College Santa Ana 6 1
69 Fullerton College Fullerton 5 1
70 Lassen Community College Susanville 6 1
71 Los Medanos College Pittsburg 5 1
72 Orange Coast College Costa Mesa 4 1
73 National Career Education Citrus Heights 11 3
74 Modesto Junior College Modesto 7 1
75 Sierra College Rocklin 9 1
76 Yuba College Marysville 7 1
77 Evergreen Valley College San Jose 9 1
78 Taft College Taft 13 1
79 College of the Canyons Santa Clarita 10 1
80 Chabot College Hayward 11 1
81 Milan Institute-Visalia Visalia 7 1
82 College of the Desert Palm Desert 8 1
83 Reedley College Reedley 7 1
84 MiraCosta College Oceanside 10 1
85 Newschool of Architecture and Design San Diego 5 1
86 Otis College of Art and Design Los Angeles 7 1
87 Pasadena City College Pasadena 10 1
88 College of the Redwoods Eureka 6 1
89 San Diego City College San Diego 4 1
90 Santa Barbara City College Santa Barbara 7 1
91 Chaffey College Rancho Cucamonga 9 1
92 Universal Technical Institute of California Inc Rancho Cucamonga 12 1
93 Universal Technical Institute - Sacramento Sacramento 12 1
94 Universal Technical Institute-Southern California Long Beach 12 1
95 Clovis Community College Fresno 6 1
96 Copper Mountain Community College Joshua Tree 10 1
97 Sacramento City College Sacramento 12 1
98 Coalinga College Coalinga 5 1
99 Institute of Technology Clovis 12 1
100 Citrus College Glendora 5 1
101 Cosumnes River College Sacramento 8 1
102 Madera Community College Madera 11 1
103 UEI College-West Covina West Covina 9 0
104 CET-San Diego San Diego 11 1
105 CET-Santa Maria Santa Maria 11 1
106 Palomar College San Marcos 4 1
107 Butte County Regional Occupational Program Chico 4 1
108 Cerro Coso Community College Ridgecrest 6 1
109 Los Angeles Trade Technical College Los Angeles 1 0
110 College of the Sequoias Visalia 2 1
111 Los Angeles Pierce College Woodland Hills 3 0
112 ATA College El Cajon 1 1
113 Valley College of Medical Careers West Hills 2 1
114 De Anza College Cupertino 1 1
115 Los Angeles Valley College Valley Glen 2 0
116 Los Angeles Mission College Sylmar 1 1
117 Shasta College Redding 1 0
118 Charles A Jones Career and Education Center Sacramento 1 0
119 InterCoast Colleges-West Covina West Covina 1 0
120 InterCoast Colleges-Fairfield Fairfield 1 0
121 DeHart Technical School Modesto 1 0

Best IT & Networking Schools in California

1
Victorville, CA
NATE
2
Cypress, CA
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
Pleasant Hill, CA
AWS Welding, CDL, CNA
4
Fremont, CA
NATE
5
NATE

Best CAD/CAM & Drafting Schools in California

1
Victorville, CA
NATE
2
Cypress, CA
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
Pleasant Hill, CA
AWS Welding, CDL, CNA
4
Fremont, CA
NATE
5
NATE

Best Construction & Carpentry Schools in California

1
Victorville, CA
NATE
2
Cypress, CA
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
Pleasant Hill, CA
AWS Welding, CDL, CNA
4
Fremont, CA
NATE
5
NATE

Best Healthcare & Medical Schools in California

1
Victorville, CA
NATE
2
Cypress, CA
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
Pleasant Hill, CA
AWS Welding, CDL, CNA
4
NATE

Best Welding & Fabrication Schools in California

1
Victorville, CA
NATE
2
Pleasant Hill, CA
AWS Welding, CDL, CNA
3
Fremont, CA
NATE
4
NATE

Best Automotive Technology Schools in California

1
Victorville, CA
NATE
2
Cypress, CA
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
NATE
5
CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+

Best Manufacturing Technology Schools in California

1
Victorville, CA
NATE
3
CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+
4
San Bernardino, CA
NATE, Medical Coding
5
Norwalk, CA
AWS Certified, ASE, CPR/BLS

Best CNC & Machining Schools in California

1
Victorville, CA
NATE
2
Cypress, CA
AWS Welding, ASE, CDL
3
Pleasant Hill, CA
AWS Welding, CDL, CNA
4
Fremont, CA
NATE

Certifications Available

NATE89 schools
CNA25 schools
OSHA 1015 schools
AWS Welding13 schools
EPA 60810 schools
Phlebotomy10 schools
CompTIA A+8 schools
CompTIA Network+8 schools
CompTIA Security+8 schools
CCNA7 schools
OSHA 305 schools
CDL4 schools
ASE3 schools
NCCER3 schools
Medical Coding3 schools
CPR/BLS3 schools

Frequently Asked Questions

How many trade schools are in California?
There are 121 trade schools in California tracked by BOMAtlas, offering programs in 33 different fields.
What is the best trade school in California?
Based on our composite ranking of programs, certifications, equipment, and accreditations, Victor Valley College ranks #1 in California.
What are the most popular trade programs in California?
The most common programs are IT & Networking, CAD/CAM & Drafting, Construction & Carpentry. These reflect strong employer demand in the state.
What certifications can I earn at California trade schools?
Schools in California offer 23 different certifications including NATE, AWS Welding, ASE, CDL, CNA.
How are trade schools in California ranked?
BOMAtlas ranks schools using a transparent composite score (0-100) based on program breadth, certifications, equipment, accreditations, outcomes (placement rate, salary), financial aid availability, and data quality.
How does California compare to other states for trade education?
California ranks #1 nationally with 121 schools and 11 unique program types.