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Welding · Machining & CNC981 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $38k
1,948 paid apprenticeship programsHVAC681 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $37k
2,073 paid apprenticeship programsElectrician · Electrical Lineman629 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $38k
6,482 paid apprenticeship programsPlumbing212 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $39k
3,721 paid apprenticeship programsCDL & Truck Driving325 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $37k
551 paid apprenticeship programsDiesel Mechanics · Automotive Technology · Aviation Maintenance931 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $39k
815 paid apprenticeship programsDental Assisting733 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $38k
87 paid apprenticeship programsMedical Assisting1,403 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $38k
262 paid apprenticeship programsPractical Nursing (LPN/LVN)1,250 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $39k
417 paid apprenticeship programsCosmetology · Barbering1,521 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $28k
1,020 paid apprenticeship programsEMT & Paramedic · Radiologic Technology1,121 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $39k
200 paid apprenticeship programsCarpentry273 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $39k
730 paid apprenticeship programsCulinary Arts580 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $39k
297 paid apprenticeship programsMassage Therapy488 schools in this program category · typical grad earnings $33k
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