Trade School Information

Aug 29, 2017 Article " After Decades of Pushing Bachelor's Degrees, US Needs More Tradespeople"

A list of local carpenter/construction programs and certificates

D219 List of LOCAL TRADE ASSOCIATIONS, UNIONS & RELATED CAREER & CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS, TRAINING & APPRENTICESHIPS

ICATT Apprenticeship Program - Industry Consortium for Advanced Technical Training (ICATT) is the leading apprenticeship program for high-tech manufacturers and companies with complex technologies or logistics. ICATT Apprentices gain hands-on experience, a living wage, a debt-free associate degree, and national and international credentials.

TMA's Related Theory Apprenticeship Training Program - Seniors can reach out directly to TMA to apply for participation in the apprentice program, and TMA will work with the student to find a company sponsor. The student will need to provide a copy of their high school diploma, when received in May, in order to participate in the upcoming September class.

Find My Trade - searchable list provides program information including address and type of certificate or degree awarded

Build Your Future with a Career in Construction - a 91-page resource guide to construction-related apprentice programs in Illinois

Automotive Training Center of the 21st Century at Triton College

Real Work Matters - a list of vocational programs within the state. You can also narrow the search by field, location or type of program.

Chicago Area Trade Schools - Welding and HVAC Careers

Chicagoland CareerPathways is a free and open website where young adults and their guides (parents, teachers, counselors, mentors) across Chicagoland can learn about free or low-cost training and certification programs that can lead to rewarding employment. The directory is searchable by career field, interest, eligibility requirements, certification or credential, location, and more.