What is a skilled trade?

A skilled trade is any occupation that requires a particular skill set, knowledge, or ability. It is usually a hands-on job, but skilled trades are found in every career cluster. 

Skilled trades generally fall into five broad categories: agricultural, construction, transportation, service, and manufacturing and industrial. Consider the extensive list of skilled trades below for career opportunities. 

Where can I go to college and earn the training for a trade?

1. Los Angeles Trade Technical College

2. Evans Community Adult School

3. East Los Angeles Occupational Center

4. Abram Friedman Occupational Center

5. Los Angeles Technology Center

You can also attend community colleges that offer the trade you're looking for. 

Pasadena City College offers a variety of trade certificates in

• Automotive Technology

• Computer Information Systems

• Computer Science

• Construction Inspection

• Cosmetology

• Design Technology

• Electrical Technology

• Electronics

• Manufacturing Technology

• Welding

Glendale Community College offers a variety of Career Technical Education programs some are below...

• Cloud Computing

• Child Development

• Civil Engineering

• Culinary Arts

• Dance Teaching

• Dental Office Billing and Coding

• Fire Technology

• Flight Attendant

• Medical Coding and Front Office

• Pilot Training

• Web Development

• Welding

LAUSD offers career technical programs through their Division of Adult & Career Education

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