Introduction to Technical Studies
Technical colleges and vocational schools are dedicated to providing career training at the academic and skills level for students who want to work with modern technology and applied sciences. Degree, certificate, and diploma programs in technical studies may include major fields including medical assisting, industrial maintenance and repair, cosmetology, electronics, automotive and marine, machining, HVAC, welding, drafting, medical billing and coding, office and business assisting.
A technical school education may be an ideal path to your career if you are not interested in completing a four-year academic degree and want to begin your work in less than two years.
Technical Studies Schools and Degrees
Classes offered in technical studies can prepare you for work in the culinary arts, allied health, diesel technology, carpentry, protective services, legal assisting, and computer support services.
In addition to technical studies and education, you'll find technical certificates preparation courses in commercial truck driving, retail management, child development, nurse assisting, and other fields where a certificate can advance your position and earnings potential.
Technical Studies Careers: Outlook and Wages
Technical careers and wages vary by your state or city, by your level of education, and the economic health of the professional field. Here are some selected technical studies jobs and the outlook for employment:
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics: Job growth: 5 percent between 2008 and 2018. Median 2009 annual wage: $35,420.
Heating, Air-conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers: Job growth: 28 percent during the 2008-18 decade. Median 2009 annual wage: $41,100.
Chefs, Head Cooks: Job growth: 6 percent over the 2008-18 decade. Median 2009 annual wage: $40,090.
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Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics • Bureau of Labor Statistics
Chefs, Head Cooks • Bureau of Labor Statistics
Heating, Air-conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers • Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Study on Campus The Top Technical Schools
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American InterContinental University AIU is the results-focused University that accommodates you and your lifestyle with quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs that offer you value, flexibility, a generous transfer-in policy* and customizable learning technology that adapts to your preferences. *Not all credits eligible to transfer. See the University’s catalog regarding AIU Online’s transfer credit policies. American InterContinental University is accredited by The Higher [...] Learn more |
Available Programs: | Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Programming, Computer Systems, Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice Administration, Digital Design, Finance, Human Resource Management, Human Resources, Inf [...] Learn more |
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Start down the path towards rewarding career opportunities at American InterContinental University. Learn more |
Available Programs: | Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Interior Design, MBA, Management Learn more |
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Begin your high-tech career with training from American Institute of Technical Education. We offer information technology diploma and certificate programs that can be completed in just three months. Learn more |
Available Programs: | Internet Programming, Web Design, Web Development Learn more |
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Top Online Technical Schools
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The ITT Technical Institutes offer programs in some of today's hottest technical areas. With over 100 locations nationwide and several online programs available, the ITT Techs are one of the leading providers of technology education. Each ITT Tech offers convenient class schedules and Career Services are offered to help you find a job. Click here to find out what programs of study are available online or at an ITT Tech near you. Learn more |
Available Programs: | Accounting, Accounting Technician, Business, Business Administration, Computer Applications, Criminal Justice, Database Administration, Design, Drafting, Electronics, Electronics Technician, Electroni [...] Learn more |
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Available Programs: | Accounting, Animation, Business Administration, Counseling, Criminal Justice, Curriculum, Early Childhood Education, Education, Educational Leadership, Elementary Education, Entrepreneurship, Finance, [...] Learn more |
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Since its foundation in 1881, the University of Liverpool has produced eight Nobel Prize winners. This academic excellence is one reason why almost three thousand professionals from more than 175 countries have chosen it for their online Masters degree. They also recognise that the University’s exclusive partnership with e-Learning experts Laureate Online Education provides a uniquely global perspective and stimulating educational experience. Learn more |
Available Programs: | Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, MBA, Management, Marketing, Public Health Learn more |
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Study On Campus
Students may search Technical programs by location, subject area, and even degree type. Our interface makes it easy to research Technical schools and compare different programs side by side.
Select a state in the directory below to find information about each available school in that area.
Alabama, AL
Alaska, AK
Arizona, AZ
Arkansas, AR
California, CA
Colorado, CO
Connecticut, CT
Delaware, DE
Florida, FL
Georgia, GA
Hawaii, HI
Idaho, ID
Illinois, IL
Indiana, IN
Iowa, IA
Kansas, KS
Kentucky, KY
Louisiana, LA
Maine, ME
Maryland, MD
Massachusetts, MA
Michigan, MI
Minnesota, MN
Mississippi, MS
Missouri, MO
Montana, MT
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Nebraska, NE
Nevada, NV
New Hampshire, NH
New Jersey, NJ
New Mexico, NM
New York, NY
North Carolina, NC
North Dakota, ND
Ohio, OH
Oklahoma, OK
Oregon, OR
Pennsylvania, PA
Rhode Island, RI
South Carolina, SC
South Dakota, SD
Tennessee, TN
Texas, TX
Utah, UT
Vermont, VT
Virginia, VA
Washington, WA
Washington DC, DC
West Virginia, WV
Wisconsin, WI
Wyoming, WY
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This Technical School Directory will help you find schools, colleges and universities in the USA and get the degree programs & training you need.
We make it easy to request free information and catalogs from Technical Schools. Simply contact the school through the "request information" links available.
Technical course curricula vary, and we suggest requesting more information from all institutions, or at least a reasonable number of them. This will allow you to compare their curricula and make the best choice for yourself.
Many of the Technical universities that you can find in this school directory offer flexible online or on-campus degree programs that adapt to the most current trends and technologies in the fast-paced business world.
The institutions listed in the directory offer world-class instructors that provide high quality training. Further, these schools provide unsurpassed career counseling and opportunities for both students and learning professionals.
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