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Trade Schools on Long Island
Selecting a Long Island Trade School
It is more apparent than ever that college is simply not for everyone. But the choice doesn't have to come down to
going to college or entering the work force and accepting any menial job.
Attending a trade school can be the answer to becoming a skilled worker without attending years of college and
spending tens of thousands of dollars.
Trade schools, unlike colleges, focus on getting you ready for a new career. You won't have to bother with course
work that is unrelated to your job. A trade school cuts right to the bone of what you will need to work in the field of
your choice. Areas such as automotive repair or technician, hair stylist, paralegal, medical assistant, truck driver,
bartender, culinary, computer, just to name some, are all viable skilled jobs that require training or certification.
Before enrolling in any trade school (also known as vocational school), it's important to understand the following:
- Too often, high school doesn't prepare you for anything and you come out of high school without a direction. That said, you must have interests or subjects you found interesting. How about hobbies? Sit and write down everything you like to do or wish you can do then begin your search. This is an important decision and though guidance can be helpful, it needs to feel right to you.
- When you think you have found something you like, make sure there are jobs in that field. Check out Craigs List or the classifieds to see how many jobs are being posted.
- If possible, spend a day at the trade school that offers the trade you are interested in and sit in on classes. Speak to the teachers. Can you imagine yourself taking that class? Find out about their credentials? Do they or have they worked in the field?
- Inspect the labs and equipment you will be working with at the school. Does it look fairly new and well maintained or does it look run down?
- Are students that attend the trade you are interested in successful at the school? Do a large percentage of students complete the program? Do the ones that complete find jobs in their field? How long did it take them to find a job and what was the average starting salary?
- What will the school do to help you find a job after you graduate?
- If possible, contact recent graduates and find out their experience at the school. Find out if their other classmates found jobs and had good experiences.
- While trade school will not cost as much as a four year college, the costs can still get quite substantial. Fully understand all the program costs including books, equipment, lab fees, and uniforms? Are there any extra fees? Is financial aid or scholarships available? This is the time to ask.
- Make sure the school is fully licensed and accredited. Check with the organizations that license or govern the school to find out whether the school is current on its license and accreditation. Accreditation can be the difference between you finding a job or joining the ranks of the unemployed.
Most trade schools offer financial aid and financing of some kind. Find out about the school's financial aid program
and learn all of your options. If you take out a loan, be sure you read the agreement and understand the terms. If
possible, speak to someone in your family that understands finances to help you determine whether or not you will
be able to afford making the payments when they become due, assuming you earn the average wage for your trade
coming out of the school.
This is an important step in your life and it should be taken seriously.
| Apprenticeship Training |
Long Island Emergency Response
14 East Dr
Garden City, NY 11530
(516) 742-4783 | |
| Computer Training |
Computer Career Center
200 Garden City Plz
Garden City, NY 11530
(516) 877-1225 | Computer Counselors
2348 Newbridge Rd
Bellmore, NY 11710
(516) 679-1600 |
Computer Teach
33 Great Neck Rd # 7
Great Neck, NY 11021
(516) 773-9847 | Global-Net Solutions
611 S 9th St
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
(516) 775-0100 |
| Elementary & Secondary Schools | Branford Hall Career Institute
565 Johnson Ave
Bohemia, NY 11716
(631) 589-1222 |
Gardiner Manor Elementary School
125 Wohseepee Dr
Bay Shore, NY 11706
(631) 968-1150 | |
| Junior Colleges | Brittany Beauty School
3274 Hempstead Tpke
Levittown, NY 11756
(516) 731-8300 |
Development Disabilities Institute
151 Orinoco Dr # A
Brightwaters, NY 11718
(631) 666-5918 | Developmental Disabilities Institute
62 Pine St
East Moriches, NY 11940
(631) 874-2100 |
| Misc Schools & Instruction |
Cooks
24 S Park Ave
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
(516) 632-8051 | Culinary Connection
222 5th Ave
Bay Shore, NY 11706
(631) 328-5634 |
Kitchen Time's Party Place
691 Broadway
Massapequa, NY 11758
(516) 795-4980 | |
| Other Technical & Trade Schools | Career Institute-Health
75 Rushmore St
Westbury, NY 11590
(516) 333-2501 |
Chubb Computer Service
1400 Old Country Rd
Westbury, NY 11590
(516) 997-1400 | |
| Tax Preparation Services | H&R Block
359 W Main St
Huntington, NY 11743
(631) 427-2070 |
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