Best Trade Schools in Cleveland

Cleveland Industrial Training Center (CITC) is a trade school in the metro that offers learning and employment opportunities to student candidates and employees seeking more skills. Its flagship programs include computerized numerical control (CNC) programming and machines operations, which are both approved by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools. Both 17-week programs allow students to get hands-on experience in the competencies needed for basic machining and Swiss machine operations. CITC is partnered with THORS eLearning in developing its technical courses.

Lakewood City Schools is a public institution that provides career technical courses for individuals in Cleveland and nearby areas. It aims to cultivate responsible citizens who are critical and creative thinkers. Its course offerings include areas such aw automotive technology, business management, culinary arts, medical office management, and sports science. Students are granted with industry credentials that can assist them during post-graduate job applications. The Lakewood City School District was named among Ohio magazine's Best Hometowns in Ohio and Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards.

Matrix Trade Institute is an automotive academy serving individuals in the Cleveland metro. It is a training ground for aspiring mechanics where they undergo a 20-week hands-on program. The courses available include service advisor or concierge training, mechanic efficiency training, and collision repair and refinish efficiency programs. It uses game-style learning technology such as interactive video simulations during classes. The school also caters to employers by helping them improve the skills of their technicians with its upskill efficiency training boot camps.

Ohia Media School is a trade school that offers services to individuals in the Cleveland metro. It provides a wide range of career programs in the radio, production, sports, and television industries. The institution caters to students who want to work as directors, producers, sportscasters, staff announcers, and DJs or VJs. Its video production program includes screenwriting, storyboarding, and editing classes. Founded in 1986, Ohia Media School has campuses located in Columbus, Miami, and Chicago.

Valley College provides healthcare, business, and IT courses to residents of Cleveland. The courses on offer include medical clinical assistant, veterinary assistant, veterinary technician, and practical nursing diplomas. In addition, a 4-week commercial driver license program is available. The courses may be taken online and on-campus, and classes are kept small to allow for personalized instruction. The institution has been in operation since 1987. It is ACCSC-accredited. It also helps military veterans to transition into civilian life.