Best Trade Schools in Florida
60 schools ranked by programs, certifications, equipment, and accreditations. Real data, no affiliate padding.
#4
National Rank
60
Schools
31
Program Types
24
Certifications
3.8
Avg Programs/School
31
Observed Program Tags
Critical Skills: WeldingHVACPlumbingMachine
How We Rank Schools
Schools are ranked using a transparent composite score (0-100 points) based on verifiable data:
- Program breadth 0-20 pts
- Certification depth 0-15 pts
- Equipment/facilities 0-8 pts
- Accreditation quality 0-12 pts
- Data completeness 0-18 pts
- Outcomes (placement, salary) 0-10 pts
- Financial aid (VA, Pell, WIOA) 0-7 pts
- Partnership readiness 0-10 pts
No school pays for placement. Rankings are updated as new data is verified.
Top 15 Trade Schools in Florida
1
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL
Welding & FabricationConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningElectronics & InstrumentationManufacturing TechnologyCAD/CAM & Drafting
VA Approved
Certifications: CDL, CNA, EKG, OSHA 10, OSHA 30
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
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Contact: Jim Murdaugh —
murdaugj@tcc.fl.edu
2
Lively Technical College
Tallahassee, FL
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE, HVAC Excellence, NATEF, CNA, Phlebotomy
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
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Contact: Christine Moore —
mooree2@leonschools.net
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Indian River State College
Fort Pierce, FL
Welding & FabricationConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningElectronics & InstrumentationManufacturing TechnologyRobotics & Automation
VA Approved
Certifications: AWS Certified, CPR/BLS, CDL, CNA, EKG, OSHA 10, OSHA
30, Phlebotomy
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science,
Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Applied Science degreesthe National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) 5600
Nthe: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3390 Peachtree Road
NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000 The most recent accreditation
decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the Associate Degree nursing
program is continuing accreditationthe: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3390 Peachtree Road
NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 975-5000 The most recent accreditation
decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the RN-BSN nursing program is
continuing accreditation
Contact: Dr. Timothy E. Moore —
timmoore@irsc.edu
4
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE, Phlebotomy
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressed Air System, HVAC Equipment,
Automotive Diagnostic Equipment
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award associate and baccalaureate degreesthe Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
are required to undergo a review for reaffirmation of accreditation every 10
yearscadets are commissionTraining Commission
Contact: Thomas LoBasso —
thomas.lobasso@daytonastate.edu
5
Suncoast Technical College
Sarasota, FL
Diesel TechnologyCNC & MachiningElectrical TechnologyAutomotive TechnologyHealthcare & MedicalElectronics Technology
Certifications: AWS Welding, ASE, CDL, CNA, EPA 608, NATE, NCCER,
I-CAR
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
ACCSCCOE
Contact: Ron DiPillo —
Ron.DiPillo@sarasotacountyschools.net
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Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL
Welding & FabricationAutomotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryManufacturing TechnologyCAD/CAM & DraftingHealthcare & Medical
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Automotive Lifts, Aviation Maintenance
Equipment, HVAC Equipment
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award associate and baccalaureate degreesRaider Athletics competes in five National Junior College Athletic
Associationsports and is a member of the Florida College System Activities AssociationMessage College Advisory Council
Contact: Georgia Lorenz —
lorenzg@seminolestate.edu
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Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL
Diesel Maintenance TechnicianWelding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
2% graduation
Certifications: NATE, ASE
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award baccalaureate degrees and associate degreesthe Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award baccalaureate degrees and associate degreesthe Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC),
Pensacola State College (PSC) identifies, evaluates, and publishes goals and
outcomes for student achievement appropriate to the institution’s mission the nature
of the students it serves, and the kinds of programs offeredthe Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award baccalaureate degrees and associate degrees
Contact: Edward Meadows —
president@pensacolastate.edu
8
Valencia College
Orlando, FL
Welding & FabricationConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningManufacturing TechnologyCAD/CAM & DraftingHealthcare & Medical
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: AWS Certified, CPR/BLS, CDL, CNA, CWII, EKG, NCCER,
NIMS
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
CEA (ages 15 and up, all year round) and Youth Program (ages 10-14, summer and
winter months)Valencia College Students Accelerated Skills Training Continuing Education Current
Students Future Students International Students Military and Veterans Faculty
Employees Alumni Foundation About About Administration BoardValencia College Students Accelerated Skills Training Continuing Education Current
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Employees Alumni Foundation About About Administration BoardValencia College Students Accelerated Skills Training Continuing Education Current
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Contact: Kathleen Plinske —
kplinske@valenciacollege.edu
9
Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FL
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE, ASE, I-CAR, NATEF, Phlebotomy
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
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Contact: Rajan Sandhu —
president@sheridancollege.ca
10
South Florida State College
Avon Park, FL
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
Certifications: CompTIA A+
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Automotive Lifts, Aviation Equipment,
Computer Workstations
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Contact: Fred Hawkins —
hawkinsf@southflorida.edu
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Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL
Carpentry ApprenticeshipCommercial Electrician ApprenticeshipFire Sprinkler Fitter ApprenticeshipHVAC Technician ApprenticeshipPipefitter ApprenticeshipPlumber Apprenticeship
Pell Eligible
Certifications: AWS Certified, ASE, CDL, CNA, EKG, I-CAR, NATE, OSHA
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Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
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Contact: Kenneth Atwater —
katwater@hccfl.edu
12
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL
Welding & FabricationAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCAD/CAM & DraftingHealthcare & Medical
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder, Pilot Training Simulator
a nationally recognized accrediting agency will undergo a transfer credit
evaluation by the Office of the Registrara regional accrediting association in the United States, or with equivalent
recognition in the case of a college or university elsewhereWe require academic records for at least three years of secondary school along with
any boardCaribbean Examinations Council
Contact: Career Services — career@fit.edu
13
Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater
Clearwater, FL
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryElectronics & InstrumentationManufacturing Technology
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
the Council on Occupational Education and COGNIA (formerly the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools, or SACS)the Council on Occupational Education and COGNIA (formerly the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools, or SACS)the Council on Occupational Education and COGNIA (formerly the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools, or SACS)the Council on Occupational Education and COGNIA (formerly the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools, or SACS)
Contact: Jakub Prokop — prokopj@pcsb.org
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Pinellas Technical College-St. Petersburg
Saint Petersburg, FL
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryElectronics & InstrumentationManufacturing Technology
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Mill, MIG Welder
the Council on Occupational Education and COGNIA (formerly the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools, or SACS)the Council on Occupational Education and COGNIA (formerly the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools, or SACS)the Council on Occupational Education and COGNIA (formerly the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools, or SACS)the Council on Occupational Education and COGNIA (formerly the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools, or SACS)
Contact: General Phone — —
15
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL
Welding & FabricationConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningCAD/CAM & DraftingHealthcare & MedicalIT & Networking
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE
Equipment: CNC Milling Machine, MIG Welder, Compressor, Truck Simulator
Polk State College Core Values Adaptability Diversity Integrity Knowledge
Leadership and Innovation Quality Respect Service Approved by the District
BoardPolk State WSC Staff and Faculty Relocations WSC Science Building Project Business
Office Compliance for Equal Opportunity and Accessibility Services Corporate and
Leadership Development District Boardleadership councilStudent Government Association
Contact: Angela Garcia Falconetti —
agarciafalconetti@polk.edu
All Other Schools
Best IT & Networking Schools in Florida
Best CAD/CAM & Drafting Schools in Florida
Best Welding & Fabrication Schools in Florida
Best Construction & Carpentry Schools in Florida
Best Healthcare & Medical Schools in Florida
Best Automotive Technology Schools in Florida
Best Manufacturing Technology Schools in Florida
Best HVAC/R Schools in Florida
Certifications Available
NATE32 schools
Phlebotomy13 schools
CNA10 schools
OSHA 109 schools
OSHA 308 schools
CDL6 schools
ASE6 schools
EKG5 schools
AWS Certified4 schools
I-CAR4 schools
NATEF3 schools
CPR/BLS3 schools
AWS Welding3 schools
NCCER3 schools
CompTIA A+3 schools
HVAC Excellence2 schools
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trade schools are in Florida?
There are 60 trade schools in Florida tracked by BOMAtlas, offering programs in 31
different fields.
What is the best trade school in Florida?
Based on our composite ranking of programs, certifications, equipment, and
accreditations, Tallahassee Community College ranks #1 in Florida.
What are the most popular trade programs in Florida?
The most common programs are IT & Networking, CAD/CAM & Drafting, Welding &
Fabrication. These reflect strong employer demand in the state.
What certifications can I earn at Florida trade schools?
Schools in Florida offer 24 different certifications including CDL, CNA, EKG, OSHA 10,
OSHA 30.
How are trade schools in Florida 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 Florida compare to other states for trade education?
Florida ranks #4 nationally with 60 schools and 9 unique program types.
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