10 Best Trade Schools inArizona

1American School of Dental Assisting

The American Institute of Dental Assisting is offering a 13-week dental assisting training program in a real clinic.

The institute’s Mesa and Phoenix dental assistant schools provide students with hands-on experience with real doctors treating real patients in a real dental facility.

The American Institute of Dental Assisting has received the “Best Teacher”, “Best Retention and Completion”, “Best Recruiting Practice” and “Best Student Services” recognitions from the Arizona Private Schools Association.

Students can choose between convenient day, evening and weekend schedules.

School staff assists students in finding employment after graduation. Many of the graduates find employment with the dental practice where they spend their externship.

Fees. American School of Dental Assisting is offering training at a significantly lower price than other area programs.

County grants, private funding, and even flexible payment plan options are also available to eligible students.

Contact information:

• The school is located at 2500 S. Power Rd. Suite 127, Mesa, AZ 85209
• Phone: 480-209-1392
• Website: https://dentalassistantschoolsaz.com

2PIMA Medical Institute- Phoenix Campus

The PIMA Medical Institute is offering certificate and associate programs in healthcare and nursing at its 4 campuses in Arizona.

The institute is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

The school is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education.

Enrollment. Potential students should have a high school diploma or recognized GED equivalent.

Applicants under the legal age must have written approval of a parent or legal guardian.

Students who are of compulsory school age may not enroll unless they have a high school diploma.

All applicants must pass an entrance exam with a minimum score.

Fees. The registration fee is $150. Total costs vary between $4,800 and $17,700, depending on the program.

Different types of financial aid programs are available to those who qualify.

Courses offered:

The school is offering the following programs at its Phoenix Campus.

Associate

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Surgical Technology
• Veterinary Technician

Certificate

• Dental Assistant
• Medical Administrative Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Phlebotomy Technician
• Sterile Processing Technician
• Veterinary Assistant

Contact information:

• The Arizona campus is located at 13610 N. Black Canyon Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85029
• The Mesa campus is located at 957 S. Dobson Road, Mesa, AZ 85202
• The East Valley Campus is located at, 2160 S. Power Road, Mesa, AZ 85209
• The Tucson campus is located at 2121 N. Craycroft Road, Building 1, Tucson, AZ 85712
• Phone: 800-477-PIMA
• Website: https://pmi.edu

3Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences

At Conservatory of Recording Arts and Sciences, students learn the skills and concepts they need in order to start a career in recording.

First established in New York City, in 1980, the school moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 1987.

The school’s main recording arts location is in Tempe, Arizona, just a short distance from Arizona State University.

The school’s audio recording facility is located in Gilbert, Arizona, eight miles southeast of Tempe via US60.

CRAS Master Recording Program II is taught over 48 weeks. The on-campus hands-on study consists of 36 weeks, and internships are completed over a 12-week period.

Fees. Potential students can request information about tuition fees by filling out a form on the school’s website.

The cost of tuition includes a Laptop Recording Package.

Courses offered:

• CRAS Master Recording Program II (MRP II)

Contact Information:

• Location: 2300 East Broadway Road, Tempe, AZ 85282
• Phone: 480.858.0764
• Website: https://cras.edu

4UEI College-Phoenix

UEI College-Phoenix is a vocational and trade school opened in 2015. The college offers vocational and trade programs in industries such as computer technology, HVAC, and medical/dental.

School faculty and staff are offering: hands-on training, tutoring, office hours and practice stations/prep tests.

The campus is equipped to give students the spaces, tools, and resources they need. The school has 25 classrooms, 6 labs, computer labs, break rooms, a library, study rooms, and outdoor areas.

UEI College-Phoenix is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training.

Enrollment. All applicants must be at least 17 years of age and must be a high school graduate or have a certification of GED.

Applicants 18 years of age or older, who are not high school graduates or GED holders, may apply as “Ability to Benefit” students.

Applicants must provide Proof of Graduation.

Fees. Registration fee at the Phoenix college is $50 and the tuition fee is $19,850. The tuition cost includes books, supplies, and uniforms.

Courses offered:

• Dental Assistant
• Medical Assistant
• Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
• Medical Billing and Insurance Coding

Contact Information:

• The Phoenix campus is located at 9215 N. Black Canyon Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85021.
• Phone: (623) 226-7300
• Website: https://www.uei.edu/trade-school/az/phoenix

5Arizona Contractor License Center

The Arizona Contractor License Center is Arizona’s leading contractor’s exam school.

The school hosts events for all types of contractors. The classes are taught by industry professionals.

Arizona Contractor License Center is serving Arizona contractors since 1972.

The school is training Arizona Contractors to pass the Arizona State Contractors licensing exams through their exam preparation services.

The center guarantees that students will pass the exam. Students who fail the exam will receive their money back.

The Contractor License Center offers exam preparation in several locations in Arizona and Utah.

As of 2018, the Arizona and Utah centers have collectively helped to license over 60,000 contractors.

The Arizona Contractor License Center is also offering state application filling services.

Fees. The fee for Trade Test preparation is $250. The fee for Business Management (CBME) test preparation is $150.

Courses offered:

• Phoenix QuickBooks (Beginner) Course
• Phoenix QuickBooks (Beginner) Course
• Business Management (CBME) test preparation
• Trade Test preparation

Contact Information:

• Arizona Contractor License Center is located at 1010 E. Jefferson St. Phoenix, AZ 85034
• Phone: (866)-332-8453
• Website: https://www.azclc.com/

6The Bartending Academy

The Phoenix Bartending School is offering the most complete bartending training available.

The school has 30 years of existence in the greater Phoenix-Metro area.

The Bartending Academy had over 25,000 graduates over the years.

Through the 40-hour class, students gain the skills and confidence needed to make a profitable and rewarding career.

The school offers flexible class times to work around student’s schedule and free class refreshers.

The lessons cover over 150 recipes, beer, wine customer service techniques, and responsible liquor service.

The bartending classes are taught by professional trainers with at least 10 years of experience in the field.

From the first day of training, students will be mixing and pouring in a “real” bar environment.

The school also offers bar flair and bar management programs.

The Valley of the Sun site has been instructing and placing bartending students locally and nationwide.

Courses offered:

• Bartending Class
• Additional Programs: alcohol awareness, bar management class, flair tending, and bar magic

Contact Information:

• The Bartending Academy of Phoenix is located adjacent to the Arizona State University’s main Campus at 1250 E. Apache Blvd., Suite 111.
• Phone: 480-921-9925
• Website: http://www.bartendingschoolphoenix.com

7Arizona School of Dental Assisting

The Arizona School of Dental Assisting is helping students build a career in dental assisting.

The 12-week program is designed to provide students hands-on learning experience.

The school’s objective is to offer the best possible education in the shortest possible time.

At the completion of the 12-week program, the students must successfully complete a 40-hour externship in a local dental office.

The Arizona School of Dental Assisting was founded by Dr. Enrico DiVito and Lisa Stevenson and has been operating as a post-secondary school since 2001.

Mrs. Stevenson, the school President, is an experienced dental assistant instructor. She has worked as a chairside assistant since 1981.

Enrollment. Applicants that possess a high school diploma or have passed a GED test may enter the program.

Applicants that do not have a high school diploma or GED certificate may enter the program after an entrance interview with the school President and a letter of recommendation.

Fees. The training cost for the dental assisting program is $5,000. This includes a $50 application fee and a $200 registration fee.

Monthly payments and private student loans are also available.

Courses offered:

• Dental Assisting Program

Contact information:

• The school is located at 4915 West Bell Road, Suite #F200
  Glendale, AZ 85308
• Phone: 602.678.7061
• Website: https://azdentalassistants.com

8Altrain Dental Assisting Academy

Altrain Dental Assisting Academy provides students with affordable, hands-on full training in a dental office setting.

The 13-week hands-on program includes preparation for the radiology exam, coronal polish exam, CPR certification, job placement assistance, and Dentrix software training.

The school is licensed by the Arizona State Board to Private Post-Secondary Education.

Altrain Dental Assisting Academy offers Lifetime Job Placement Assistance, including reparation of a customized resume, assistance writing cover letters, direct placements leads, mock interviews, clinical reviews, and optional internship/externship opportunities.

Enrollment. Applicants must have a high school diploma, GED or the ability to pass an entrance exam.

Altrain Dental also requires a personal interview with each applicant. The school encourages the prospective student’s parents and/or spouse to attend the interview.

Fees. Tuition is $6,200. It includes all books, materials, uniform, job placement assistance, CPR certification, exam fees for x-ray certification, exam fees for coronal polish certification and Dentrix software training.

The school offers up to a $1,200 scholarship for WIOA and grant-funded students.

Contact information:

• The school is located at 5750 West Thunderbird Road, Suite D480, Glendale, AZ 85306
• Phone: 602.595.7289
• Email: admissions@altraindental.com
• Website: https://altraindental.com

9Southwest Truck Driver Training

Southwest Truck Driving Training, LLC is an independent truck driving school offering affordable high-quality CDL Training.

The school was founded in 1999 by Gary P. Williams and a handful of family members and friends.

The Southwest Truck Driving Training has three campuses located in Tucson, Phoenix, and North Las Vegas.

Each campus has expert instructors providing students with the hands-on training they need.

Several Bilingual instructors help students who need assistance in the Spanish-to-English language conversion. Each campus has expert training staff and the top grade industry equipment.

All graduates will receive lifetime Job Placement Assistance in all types of jobs in the transportation field.

Southwest Truck Driver Training is licensed by the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division and Nevada Department for Motor Vehicles for Class A, B, C, and Bus Training, and employ 3rd Party Testers for on-site CDL testing.

The school offers several sources to assist with CDL training cost: state grants, in-house financing, and GI Bill^®

Courses offered:

• Class A CDL
• Class B CDL
• Refresher Course
• Recreational Vehicle
• Military Programs

Contact information:

• The Tucson campus is located at 1230 W. Glenn St., Tucson, AZ 85705
• Phone: 833-234-8468
• The Phoenix campus is located at 2323 S. 51st Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85043
• Phone: 833-234-3848
• Website: https://swtdt.com

10The Studio Academy of Beauty

The Studio Academy of Beauty offers its students a multi-faceted and dynamic education in the beauty industry.

The school has three locations in Arizona: one in Phoenix, one in Chandler and one in Tolleson.

Students have an opportunity to practice their acquired skills in fashion shows, charitable events such, high school presentations, wedding events, local and national competitions but also movie sets and TV shows.

Enrollment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED. Must be a US Citizen or Registered Alien.

Fees. Tuition fees vary depending on the program.

The school offers various financial aid options for students who qualify.

The Studio is certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs to offer GI educational benefits.

After signing up for classes students receive: the kit, textbooks, makeup pro card and a makeup kit with professional makeup.

Courses offered:

• Cosmetology Program
• Hair-Stylist Program
• Esthetics program
• Laser Program
• Educator Program

Contact information:

• Phoenix Campus is located at 8046 N. 19th Ave.
  Phoenix, AZ 85021
• Phone: 623-900-7122
• Chandler Campus is located at 610 N. Alma School Rd. #38
  Chandler, AZ 85224
• Phone: 480-857-8452
• Tolleson Campus is located at 9897 W. McDowell Rd.
  Tolleson, AZ 85353
• Phone: 623-900-4501
• Website: https://thestudioacademyofbeauty.com