Trade Schools in Akron, OH

Akron, OH has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 2 private. Together they graduated 81 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $2,305 to $12,040, with a median of $6,150 across the 3 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $34,635 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Herzing University-Akron, Gerbers Akron Beauty School and University of Akron Main Campus.

3
Schools
81
Graduates last year
$6,150
Median program tuition
$34,635
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 3 schools in Akron, OH

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Herzing University-Akron

Akron, OH

Programs
Medical Assistant and Medical Billing and Coding
Average net price
$20,633
Completion rate
19%
Type
Private nonprofit

Gerbers Akron Beauty School

Akron, OH

Programs
Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$13,710
Completion rate
50%
Type
Private for-profit

Also within 30 miles of Akron

Fortis College-Cuyahoga Falls

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Programs
Dental Assistant, HVAC, LPN and Medical Assistant and 1 more
Average net price
$22,112
Completion rate
37%
Type
Private for-profit

Portage Lakes Career Center

Uniontown, OH

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Cosmetology, Esthetician and HVAC and 5 more
Average net price
$23,991
Completion rate
69%
Type
Public

Hamrick School

Medina, OH

Programs
CDL Truck Driving
Average net price
$4,900
Completion rate
82%
Type
Private for-profit

Stark State College

North Canton, OH

Programs
Auto Mechanic, CDL Truck Driving, Dental Assistant and EMT and Paramedic and 9 more
Average net price
$5,670
Completion rate
20%
Type
Public

Ross College-Canton

Canton, OH

Programs
Dental Assistant, LPN and Medical Assistant
Average net price
$32,516
Completion rate
40%
Type
Private for-profit

Cuyahoga Valley Career Center

Brecksville, OH

Programs
CNA, Cosmetology, Dental Assistant and EMT and Paramedic and 5 more
Average net price
$19,080
Completion rate
55%
Type
Public

Medina County Career Center

Medina, OH

Programs
Dental Assistant, HVAC and Medical Assistant
Average net price
$23,888
Completion rate
65%
Type
Public

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Akron, OH?

The median published tuition is $6,150 (range $2,305 to $12,040, 3 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Gerbers Akron Beauty School ($2,305). 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 10 months to finish (2 to 14 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 7 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $34,635 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 Akron, OH?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including University of Akron Main Campus.

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.