Trade Schools in Jackson, TN

Jackson, TN has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 2 public and 1 private. Together they graduated 409 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $4,008 to $17,145, with a median of $4,008 across the 9 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $43,590 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-Jackson, Jackson State Community College and Empire Beauty School-Jackson.

3
Schools
409
Graduates last year
$4,008
Median program tuition
$43,590
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 3 schools in Jackson, TN

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Jackson State Community College

Jackson, TN

Programs
CNA, EMT and Paramedic, Medical Assistant and Medical Billing and Coding
Average net price
$7,025
Completion rate
29%
Type
Public

Also within 30 miles of Jackson

Arnolds Beauty School

Milan, TN

Programs
Cosmetology
Average net price
$18,693
Completion rate
74%
Type
Private for-profit

Elite College of Cosmetology

Lexington, TN

Programs
Cosmetology, Esthetician and Nail Technician
Average net price
$11,321
Completion rate
79%
Type
Private for-profit

Common questions

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

The median published tuition is $4,008 (range $4,008 to $17,145, 9 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson ($4,008) and Empire Beauty School-Jackson ($17,145). 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 (11 to 20 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 16 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $43,590 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 Jackson, TN?

Yes. 2 public schools offer it, including Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson and Jackson 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.