Trade Schools in Yakima, WA

Yakima, WA has 3 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 1 public and 2 private. Together they graduated 432 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Published program tuition runs from $7,200 to $49,596, with a median of $15,600 across the 8 programs that report a program price.

Graduates earned a median of $41,102 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Perry Technical Institute, Yakima Valley College and Elite Cosmetology, Barber & Spa Academy.

3
Schools
432
Graduates last year
$15,600
Median program tuition
$41,102
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 3 schools in Yakima, WA

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Perry Technical Institute

Yakima, WA

Programs
Auto Mechanic, CDL Truck Driving, Electrician and HVAC and 4 more
Average net price
$21,006
Completion rate
84%
Type
Private nonprofit

Yakima Valley College

Yakima, WA

Programs
Auto Mechanic, Dental Assistant, Electrician and HVAC and 7 more
Average net price
$17,448
Completion rate
29%
Type
Public

Also within 30 miles of Yakima

Heritage University

Toppenish, WA

Programs
LPN
Average net price
$10,747
Completion rate
57%
Type
Private nonprofit

Common questions

How much does trade school training cost in Yakima, WA?

The median published tuition is $15,600 (range $7,200 to $49,596, 8 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Elite Cosmetology, Barber & Spa Academy ($7,200) and Perry Technical Institute ($21,452). 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 11 months to finish (5 to 24 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.

How much do trade school graduates earn?

Across 11 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $41,102 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 Yakima, WA?

Yes. 1 public school offer it, including Yakima Valley 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.