Best Trade Schools in Mississippi
14 schools ranked by programs, certifications, equipment, and accreditations. Real data, no affiliate padding.
#24
National Rank
14
Schools
14
Program Types
8
Certifications
4.0
Avg Programs/School
14
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 14 Trade Schools in Mississippi
1
Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE, CNA, Phlebotomy
a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agencythe National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA)History Student Consumer Information Guide BoardEach community college is asked to provide name tags for their Board
Contact: Adam Breerwood —
president@prcc.edu
2
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA ApprovedPell EligibleWIOA
Certifications: NATE
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award associate degreestheir respective professional accrediting agencies: Associate Degree Nursing
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Incthe Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (wwwMath department along with the Mississippi Council
Contact: Jesse Smith —
jesse.smith@jcjc.edu
3
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE, ASE, Phlebotomy
the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schoolsthe Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award associate degreespm Mississippi Humanities CouncilCorner More About A Welcome from the President Accreditation Board
Contact: Steven Bishop — sbishop@smcc.edu
4
Delta Technical College-Mississippi
Horn Lake, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
Pell Eligible
Certifications: NATE, HVAC Excellence, Phlebotomy, Medical Coding
the Accrediting Commission of Career School and Colleges (ACCSC)the Accrediting Commission of Career School and Colleges (ACCSC)the ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges) Hands-on training
in a real weld shop environment Led by instructors with professional welding
experience Job placement assistance available to all qualified graduates Flexible
daytime & evening * class schedules Opportunity to earn DTC welding
certifications *Class schedules vary by campus Welding Program Options at DTC Delta
Technical College offers two welding training programs to help you start your
welding career in less than a yearthe Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC)
Contact: General Phone — —
Trade school offering Commercial Driving programs with CDL certifications. ACCSC,
State Approved accredited.
5
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS
Automotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningManufacturing TechnologyCAD/CAM & Drafting
VA ApprovedTitle IV
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award associate degreesthe Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
(SACSCOC)Registration Bookstore Campus Police Campus Safety Career Services Deaf Services
Enrollment Center Student Accessibility Center Recruiting Housing Mental Health
Services Single Stop SNAP Employment Training Program Scholarships Technical Support
Title III Programs Veteran Services Writing Center Other Alumni AssociationRegistration Bookstore Campus Police Campus Safety Career Services Deaf Services
Enrollment Center Student Accessibility Center Recruiting Housing Mental Health
Services Single Stop SNAP Employment Training Program Scholarships Technical Support
Title III Programs Veteran Services Writing Center Other Alumni Association
Contact: Dr. Stephen Vacik —
President@hindscc.edu
6
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS
Welding & FabricationElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & CarpentryManufacturing TechnologyCAD/CAM & Drafting
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: OSHA 10, CNA
ACEN, prepares graduates for entry-level roles as care providers, managers, and
members of the nursing professionthe Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road
NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia 30326; Phone 404the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning of Mississippi, 3825
Ridgewood Road, Jackson, MS 39211, 601Graduates that meet the requirements of the State Board of Nursing are eligible to
write the National Council
Contact: Dr. Dewayne Middleton —
dewayne.middleton@colin.edu
7
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA ApprovedPell EligibleWIOATitle IV
Certifications: NATE
the appropriate state or regional accreditation association indicating a regular
diploma with a graduation date and signed by the principalthe appropriate state or regional accreditation associations may enroll at Itawamba
Community College simultaneously provided the following requirements are met: Will
be classified as a high school junior or senior as listed in Appendix B of the
Mississippi Public School Accountability Standards or have a minimum composite ACT
score of 30the appropriate state or regional accreditation association will be considered for
admission if they have completed the required number of high school units to
graduate in their state of residence at the time of graduationUPDATES AND RESOURCES More Info Apply myTribe Canvas Library Email Athletics Home
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CenterStage Choir Ensembles Indian Delegation Phi Theta Kappa Clubs and
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Contact: Jerry Allen — jsallen@iccms.edu
8
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS
Welding & FabricationAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningManufacturing Technology
VA Approved
Certifications: CNA, Phlebotomy
the Commission on Dental Accreditation and has been granted the accreditation
status of approval without reporting requirementsTranscripts Tuition Guarantee Navigation Menu Search Submit About MCC ABOUT MCC
HOMEPAGE Welcome Academic Catalog Academic Calendar BoardDevelopment Healthcare Training Leadership Skills Local Job BoardFrom the early days of chalkboard
Contact: Thomas M. Huebner, Ph.D. —
thomas.huebner@meridiancc.edu
9
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MS
Automotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningManufacturing TechnologyCAD/CAM & DraftingHealthcare & Medical
VA Approved
Certifications: CNA, Phlebotomy
refundable BoardAfter the fourth week of the semester no reduction of boardexternships Evaluating job offers Negotiating salary and benefits Onboardstudents should contact the Board
Contact: Steven Jones —
sjones@msdelta.edu
10
Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE
basic course to provide students with skills review for boardbooks and room and boardMaximum award amounts are determined by Three Rivers Planning and Development
District and the Calhoun County BoardCollege Public Relations Association
Contact: Jim Haffey —
jhaffey@holmescc.edu
11
Coahoma Community College
Clarksdale, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
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Contact: Linda S. Williams —
lswilliams@coahomacc.edu
12
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
Foundation Alumni AssociationGraham appointed to Phi Theta Kappa International BoardFoundation Alumni AssociationFoundation Alumni Association
Contact: Mary Graham —
mary.graham@mgccc.edu
13
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA Approved
Certifications: ServSafe
Course Schedule College Catalog Consumer Information Accreditation College History
Quick Facts BoardFAFSA Time Satisfactory Academic Progress Work Study Graduation Application Library
Student Handbook Success Center Bookstore Warrior Wellness Wellness Center Hours
Wellness Center Staff Wellness Center Schedule Warrior Wellness Overview Mental
Health Counseling Student Life Weekly EC News Alumni Join the Alumni Association
Join the Alumni Association Join the Alumni AssociationUpdate Your Alumni Profile Alumni Association and Foundation Giving Alumni Events
Alumni Archives and Historical Data Connect with the Alumni AssociationAthletic Hall of Fame Foundation Establish a Scholarship Annual Scholarships
Endowed Scholarships Investors In Excellence Foundation Board
Contact: Brent Gregory —
bgregory@eccc.edu
14
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE
Tech Center Certifications Satisfactory completion of the course of study qualifies
students for the Mississippi State Board
Contact: Dr. Michael Heindl — —
Best Construction & Carpentry Schools in Mississippi
5
Raymond, MS
Best CAD/CAM & Drafting Schools in Mississippi
5
Raymond, MS
Best Healthcare & Medical Schools in Mississippi
5
Raymond, MS
Best IT & Networking Schools in Mississippi
5
Raymond, MS
Best Automotive Technology Schools in Mississippi
5
Raymond, MS
Best Electrical Technology Schools in Mississippi
5
Raymond, MS
Best Manufacturing Technology Schools in Mississippi
5
Raymond, MS
Best Welding & Fabrication Schools in Mississippi
Certifications Available
NATE9 schools
Phlebotomy5 schools
CNA4 schools
ASE1 schools
HVAC Excellence1 schools
Medical Coding1 schools
OSHA 101 schools
ServSafe1 schools
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trade schools are in Mississippi?
There are 14 trade schools in Mississippi tracked by BOMAtlas, offering programs in 14
different fields.
What is the best trade school in Mississippi?
Based on our composite ranking of programs, certifications, equipment, and
accreditations, Pearl River Community College ranks #1 in Mississippi.
What are the most popular trade programs in Mississippi?
The most common programs are Construction & Carpentry, CAD/CAM & Drafting,
Healthcare & Medical. These reflect strong employer demand in the state.
What certifications can I earn at Mississippi trade schools?
Schools in Mississippi offer 8 different certifications including NATE, CNA, Phlebotomy,
ASE, HVAC Excellence.
How are trade schools in Mississippi 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 Mississippi compare to other states for trade education?
Mississippi ranks #24 nationally with 14 schools and 9 unique program types.
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