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Online Vocational Training

Careers that are typically classified as "vocational" or "trade" may not seem prestigous like careers in law, medicine, or technology, but there is always stable demand for welders, plumbers, HVAC technicians, telecom and electronics specialists, etc. Ironically, many professionals that get involved in vocational careers go on to own their own business, and eventually make more money than many lawyers, doctors, and technology professionals. For instance, a plumber who is able to establish his own plumbing company can make in excess of $250,000 a year when times are good.

If you're good with your hands, a career in applied technology, repair, maintenance, or other trade can provide a stable job and very likely a very lucrative career down the road.

Get Started with The Right Vocational Training

The key to success in most vocational careers is knowledge, skill, and experience. But how do you acquire the knowledge, skill, and experience required to get your first job when money is tight and you can't stop working to go back to school? The answer is by earning a technical certification or vocational degree from a reputable online technical or vocational school. There are numerous online certification and degree programs that cann provide you the education and credentials you'll need to get started in career fields including HVAC, beauty and cosmetology, computer and appliance repair, automotive repair, plumbing, welding--the list goes on and on. These programs are typically less expensive than campus-based programs and most can be completed entirely online or from the comfort of your home.

The following are our editor's choice of top online and distance learning vocational and technical training programs.

Schools offering online vocational degree programs:

DeVry University
  • Associate - Electronics & Computer Technology
  • Bachelor's - Computer Engineering Technology
  • Bachelor's - Electronics Engineering Technology

Colorado Technical University
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Property Management

U.S. Career Institute
  • Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Merchandising
  • Associate of Applied Science in Accounting
  • Associate of Applied Science in Business Management
  • Associate of Applied Science in Entrepreneurship
  • Associate of Applied Science in Fashion Merchandising
  • Associate of Applied Science in Financial Services Management
  • Associate of Applied Science in Human Resources
  • Associate of Applied Science in Marketing
  • Medical Assistant Certificate
  • Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology
  • Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology
  • Associate of Applied Science in Social Work
  • Dental Assistant Certificate
  • Massage Therapy Certificate
  • Medical Assistant Certificate
  • Medical Claims and Billing Certificate
  • Medical Coding Certificate
  • Medical Transcriptionist Certificate
  • Pharmacy Technician Certificate
  • Criminal Justice Certificate
  • Child Day Care Specialist Certificate
  • Wedding Consulting/Event Planning Certificate

Penn Foster Career School
  • Dressmaking & Design
  • Floral Design
  • Freelance Writer
  • Interior Decorator
  • Jewelry Design and Repair
  • Spanish (certificate)
  • Bookkeeping
  • Dressmaking & Design
  • Hotel/Restaurant Management
  • Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Small Business Management
  • Computer Graphic Artist
  • PC Maintenance and Repair
  • Web Page Designer
  • Teacher Aide
  • Dental Assistant
  • Fitness and Nutrition Certificate
  • Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Medical Coding and Billing
  • Medical Transcriptionist
  • Occupational Therapy Aide
  • Optician
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Physical Therapy Aide
  • Sports Nutrition Certificate
  • Forensic Computer Examiner Certificate
  • High School Diploma with concentration in Health Care
  • High School Diploma
  • High School Diploma with Early College Courses
  • High School Diploma with a Concentration in Building Technology - Carpentry
  • High School Diploma with a Concentration in Building Technology - Electrical
  • High School Diploma with a Concentration in Building Technology - Plumbing
  • Legal Secretary
  • Legal Transcriptionist
  • Paralegal
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Appliance Repair
  • AutoCAD®
  • Basic Electronics
  • Carpenter
  • Caterer
  • Certified Wedding Planner
  • Child Day Care Management
  • Diesel Mechanics
  • Dog Obedience Trainer/Instructor
  • Electrician
  • Electronics Technician
  • Furniture & Cabinet Maker
  • Gunsmith
  • High School Diploma with concentration in Health Care
  • High School Diploma
  • High School Diploma with Early College Courses
  • Home Inspector
  • Home Remodeling and Repair
  • High School Diploma with a Concentration in Building Technology - Carpentry
  • High School Diploma with a Concentration in Building Technology - Electrical
  • High School Diploma with a Concentration in Building Technology - Plumbing
  • HVAC Technician
  • Landscaper
  • Locksmithing
  • Motorcycle Repair Technician
  • Plumber
  • Private Investigator
  • Small Engine Repair
  • Travel/Tourism Specialist
  • Veterinary Assistant
  • Wildlife/Forestry Conservation
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