Best Trade Schools in Texas
70 schools ranked by programs, certifications, equipment, and accreditations. Real data, no affiliate padding.
#2
National Rank
70
Schools
32
Program Types
21
Certifications
3.4
Avg Programs/School
32
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 Texas
1
Victoria College
Victoria, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA Approved
Certifications: NATE, ICE Certification, ASE, Phlebotomy, Medical
Coding
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
to award associate degreesHistory BoardHistory Boardoffered in partnership with the Texas Workforce Commission
Contact: Jennifer Kent —
Jennifer.Kent@VictoriaCollege.edu
2
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE, IPC J-STD-001, Phlebotomy
the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC),
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Angelina College
Lufkin, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningManufacturing TechnologyRobotics & Automation
Pell Eligible
Certifications: NATE, OSHA 10, OSHA 30, Phlebotomy
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
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Contact: Workforce & Continuing Education —
wce@angelina.edu
4
Lincoln College of Technology-Grand Prairie
Grand Prairie, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
Title IV
Certifications: CPR/BLS, CNA, EKG, Mastercam, NIMS
Equipment: CNC Machine, MIG Welder, Manual Mill
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Fabrication programs with BLS, CNA, EKG certifications. VA Approved accredited.
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Midland College
Midland, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryManufacturing Technology
VA ApprovedPell Eligible
Certifications: NATE, OSHA 10, OSHA 30, CNA, Phlebotomy, Hazmat
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Contact: Damon Kennedy —
dkennedy@midland.edu
6
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryManufacturing Technology
Certifications: NATE, CompTIA A+, Six Sigma, CCNA, AWS Welding, CNA
the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
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Contact: Dr. Melissa E. Gonzalez —
Melissa.Gonzalez@ctcd.edu
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North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TX
Welding & FabricationElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningManufacturing Technology
VA Approved
Certifications: EKG, Phlebotomy
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Contact: Robert Baugh — rbaugh@nctc.edu
8
Tulsa Welding School
Irving, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyPlumbingConstruction & Carpentry
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: EPA 608, NATE, OSHA 10
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Cisco College
Cisco, TX
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VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE, CNA, Phlebotomy
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Contact: Thad Anglin —
presidents.office@cisco.edu
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Dallas College
Dallas, TX
Welding & FabricationConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningManufacturing TechnologyRobotics & AutomationCAD/CAM & Drafting
Pell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE
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Contact: Eddie Tealer —
ETealer@DallasCollege.edu
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Houston Community College
Houston, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
Pell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE
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Contact: Margaret Ford Fisher —
margaret.fordfisher@hccs.edu
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Western Technical College
El Paso, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & MachiningElectronics & Instrumentation
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE, ASE, AWS Welding
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Contact: Randy Kuykendall —
rkuykendall@westerntech.edu
13
Lamar State College-Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryCNC & Machining
Certifications: NATE, Phlebotomy, Medical Coding, CDL
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Contact: Betty Reynard —
reynardbj@lamarpa.edu
14
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryManufacturing Technology
Certifications: NATE, CNA, Phlebotomy, Medical Coding
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Contact: Dr. Kevin Rose — krose@ntcc.edu
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Houston
Houston, TX
Welding & FabricationHVAC/RAutomotive TechnologyElectrical TechnologyConstruction & CarpentryElectronics & Instrumentation
VA ApprovedPell EligibleTitle IV
Certifications: NATE, OSHA 30
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Certifications Available
NATE40 schools
Phlebotomy26 schools
Medical Coding13 schools
CNA10 schools
CDL8 schools
OSHA 104 schools
AWS Welding4 schools
OSHA 303 schools
ASE2 schools
EKG2 schools
ICE Certification1 schools
IPC J-STD-0011 schools
CPR/BLS1 schools
Mastercam1 schools
NIMS1 schools
Hazmat Endorsement1 schools
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trade schools are in Texas?
There are 70 trade schools in Texas tracked by BOMAtlas, offering programs in 32
different fields.
What is the best trade school in Texas?
Based on our composite ranking of programs, certifications, equipment, and
accreditations, Victoria College ranks #1 in Texas.
What are the most popular trade programs in Texas?
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 Texas trade schools?
Schools in Texas offer 21 different certifications including NATE, ICE Certification,
ASE, Phlebotomy, Medical Coding.
How are trade schools in Texas 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 Texas compare to other states for trade education?
Texas ranks #2 nationally with 70 schools and 9 unique program types.
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