Trade Schools in Knoxville, TN

Knoxville, TN has 5 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 2 public and 3 private. Together they graduated 1,092 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $2,995 to $16,297, with a median of $5,707 across the 16 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $32,916 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville, South College and Tennessee School of Beauty of Knoxville Inc.

5
Schools
1,092
Graduates last year
$5,707
Median program tuition
$32,916
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 5 schools in Knoxville, TN

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South College

Knoxville, TN

Programs
CNA, Dental Assistant, LPN and Medical Assistant and 2 more
Average net price
$17,273
Completion rate
45%
Type
Private for-profit

Also within 30 miles of Knoxville

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Knoxville, TN?

The median published tuition is $5,707 (range $2,995 to $16,297, 16 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Tennessee School of Beauty of Knoxville Inc ($2,995), Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville ($4,334) and Ross Medical Education Center-Knoxville ($16,297). Public community and technical colleges often charge less but report tuition per year rather than per program, so check each school's net price calculator.

How long does trade school school take?

Programs that report a length take a median of 12 months to finish (4 to 16 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 28 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $32,916 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.

Are there public trade school programs in Knoxville, TN?

Yes. 2 public schools offer it, including Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville and Pellissippi State Community College.

Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.