Highlights:
Colorado
Attending a trade school in Colorado offers students a practical and affordable path to a rewarding career in some of the state’s most in-demand industries. With programs in areas like healthcare, renewable energy, construction, automotive technology, and information technology, trade schools provide hands-on training that leads directly to employment. Many institutions partner with local businesses, giving students opportunities for internships and apprenticeships that build real-world experience. Whether you’re interested in skilled trades, technical fields, or healthcare professions, Colorado’s trade schools make it possible to gain valuable skills, earn certifications quickly, and enter the workforce with confidence.
Colorado School of Trades (Lakewood, CO)
Gunsmithing (machining, design, repair)
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IntelliTec College
Technical / vocational training (automotive, electrical, HVAC, allied health, etc.)
https://www.intelliteccollege.com/
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Colorado Mesa University Tech (CMU Tech / Bishop Campus)
Trade / vocational programs under community college / technical education umbrella
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Emily Griffith Technical College (Denver, CO)
Construction, electrical apprenticeship, plumbing, welding, HVAC, automotive, culinary arts, etc.
https://www.emilygriffith.edu/​
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Pickens Technical College (Aurora, CO)
Automotive collision, diesel mechanics, HVAC, electrical, welding, construction, machining & manufacturing
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Lincoln College of Technology (Denver, CO)
Diesel, automotive technology, HVAC-R, electrical & electronics
https://www.lincolntech.edu/campus/denver-co
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Pikes Peak Community College (Colorado Springs, CO)
Electrical, construction, HVAC, technical trades & certificate programs
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Red Rocks Community College (Lakewood, CO)
Electrician, water quality tech, general trade certificate programs
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Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
Aviation maintenance, avionics, aircraft repair & related technical trades