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Manufacturing Trade School

Start your manufacturing career with hands-on training from an accredited trade school. Manufacturing programs teach CNC machining, industrial maintenance, quality control, and production processes. With reshoring of manufacturing jobs, skilled professionals enjoy strong job prospects and competitive salaries.

$48,460/year
Median Salary
9% (2022-2032)
Job Growth
6-24 months
Program Length

What You'll Learn in Manufacturing School

Manufacturing programs cover blueprint reading, precision measurement, CNC programming, machine operation, quality control, and workplace safety.

Manufacturing Training Programs

Programs cover CNC machining, industrial maintenance, welding, quality assurance, and production technology. Training combines classroom instruction with hands-on equipment experience.

Manufacturing Career Outlook & Salary

Manufacturing workers earn a median salary of $48,460, with CNC machinists earning $55,000-$70,000+. The BLS projects 9% growth for machinists through 2032.

Manufacturing Certifications

NIMS certifications, CNC operator certifications, and Six Sigma credentials are valued by employers. Certified manufacturing professionals command higher wages.

Showing 600 trade schools. Many offer manufacturing technology programs. Use the filters or visit individual school profiles to see specific programs, costs, and enrollment details.

Schools Offering Manufacturing Technology Programs

Showing 50 of 600 schools
Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ 85202
$2,358/year
12,049 students
19% completion
Median Earnings: $44,034/yr
Northcentral Technical College
Wausau, WI 54401-1899
$3,861/year
3,479 students
49% completion
Median Earnings: $44,925/yr
George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville
Hanceville, AL 35077-2000
$4,980/year
4,413 students
48% completion
Median Earnings: $39,842/yr
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA 93305-1299
$1,430/year
16,451 students
Median Earnings: $37,291/yr
Reedley College
Reedley, CA 93654
$1,334/year
4,853 students
42% completion
Median Earnings: $38,493/yr
Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA 91789-1399
$1,364/year
25,311 students
39% completion
Median Earnings: $46,283/yr
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA 92101-4787
$1,150/year
10,584 students
24% completion
Median Earnings: $38,503/yr
Trinidad State College
Trinidad, CO 81082
$4,468/year
1,168 students
Median Earnings: $36,475/yr
Aims Community College
Greeley, CO 80634
$2,090/year
3,182 students
Median Earnings: $41,887/yr
Parkland College
Champaign, IL 61821-1899
$4,284/year
3,293 students
33% completion
Median Earnings: $38,320/yr
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL 60431-8938
$4,530/year
8,843 students
21% completion
Median Earnings: $42,889/yr
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls, ID 83301
$3,360/year
3,476 students
Median Earnings: $40,916/yr
Black Hawk College
Moline, IL 61265-5899
$4,920/year
2,266 students
43% completion
Median Earnings: $37,253/yr
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL 62794-9256
$3,672/year
3,917 students
43% completion
Median Earnings: $38,479/yr
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137-6599
$4,320/year
15,185 students
24% completion
Median Earnings: $46,909/yr
Rend Lake College
Ina, IL 62846
$4,500/year
1,196 students
60% completion
Median Earnings: $35,775/yr
Highland Community College
Freeport, IL 61032-9341
$4,696/year
926 students
46% completion
Median Earnings: $37,928/yr
Barton County Community College
Great Bend, KS 67530
$3,616/year
2,273 students
43% completion
Median Earnings: $40,428/yr
Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS 67846-6333
$3,570/year
1,321 students
41% completion
Median Earnings: $41,704/yr
Butler Community College
El Dorado, KS 67042-3280
$3,556/year
5,694 students
30% completion
Median Earnings: $41,206/yr
Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology
Wichita, KS 67226
$6,018/year
2,778 students
36% completion
Median Earnings: $38,679/yr
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-2068
$5,980/year
7,438 students
40% completion
Median Earnings: $41,016/yr
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA 50701
$6,308/year
2,528 students
31% completion
Median Earnings: $42,849/yr
Delta College
University Center, MI 48710
$4,640/year
6,061 students
17% completion
Median Earnings: $37,781/yr
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI 48088-3896
$3,600/year
14,285 students
16% completion
Median Earnings: $41,596/yr
Montcalm Community College
Sidney, MI 48885-9723
$4,860/year
1,040 students
27% completion
Median Earnings: $35,499/yr
Minnesota West Community and Technical College
Granite Falls, MN 56241
$6,484/year
1,700 students
47% completion
Median Earnings: $45,285/yr
NHTI-Concord's Community College
Concord, NH 03301-7412
$7,200/year
2,186 students
31% completion
Median Earnings: $48,943/yr
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV 89512-3999
$3,144/year
6,752 students
Median Earnings: $44,573/yr
Isothermal Community College
Spindale, NC 28160-0804
$2,030/year
1,056 students
49% completion
Median Earnings: $33,325/yr
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC 28502-0188
$2,568/year
1,311 students
28% completion
Median Earnings: $33,866/yr
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH 44035-1691
$4,135/year
5,394 students
Median Earnings: $38,837/yr
Clark State College
Springfield, OH 45501-0570
$4,200/year
3,134 students
Median Earnings: $39,584/yr
Treasure Valley Community College
Ontario, OR 97914
$6,210/year
928 students
27% completion
Median Earnings: $36,738/yr
Butler County Community College
Butler, PA 16002
$5,610/year
1,882 students
31% completion
Median Earnings: $38,891/yr
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, OR 97045-8980
$6,210/year
4,575 students
22% completion
Median Earnings: $42,886/yr
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX 75455
$2,794/year
1,964 students
33% completion
Median Earnings: $37,870/yr
North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TX 76240-4699
$2,520/year
5,703 students
35% completion
Median Earnings: $45,809/yr
Snow College
Ephraim, UT 84627
$4,564/year
3,552 students
Median Earnings: $41,022/yr
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
$5,620/year
2,581 students
Median Earnings: $43,505/yr
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, WI 54912-2277
$4,916/year
6,004 students
61% completion
Median Earnings: $45,684/yr
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ 85128-9030
$2,250/year
4,892 students
23% completion
Median Earnings: $40,513/yr
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL 35903
$4,032/year
3,619 students
32% completion
Median Earnings: $32,937/yr
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ A.W.C.
$3,020/year
6,198 students
25% completion
Median Earnings: $36,857/yr
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA 95003
$1,270/year
7,404 students
38% completion
Median Earnings: $44,114/yr
Butte College
Oroville, CA 95965-8399
$1,336/year
8,384 students
32% completion
Median Earnings: $41,810/yr
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA DVC"
$1,312/year
14,734 students
46% completion
Median Earnings: $51,378/yr
Feather River Community College District
Quincy, CA 95971-9124
$1,465/year
1,574 students
Median Earnings: $38,142/yr
Hartnell College
Salinas, CA 93901
$1,404/year
7,153 students
30% completion
Median Earnings: $44,316/yr
Shasta College
Redding, CA 96003
$1,197/year
5,536 students
Median Earnings: $39,269/yr

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CNC machining?

CNC machining uses computer-programmed tools to cut and shape metal. CNC machinists program and operate precision machines to create parts for various industries.

Are manufacturing jobs in demand?

Yes, manufacturing jobs are in high demand due to reshoring trends and an aging workforce. Skilled machinists and maintenance technicians are especially sought after.

Ready to Start Manufacturing Technology Training?

Contact schools directly to learn more about their manufacturing technology programs and enrollment requirements.

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