10 Best Trade Schools inPeoria, IL

1Tricoci University of Beauty Culture

About the School

The Tricoci University of Beauty Culture is offering training for those who want to start a career as cosmetologists or estheticians.

Its Peoria campus is located just off Route 40 and Route 150.

Applicants need:

• Proof of age that shows they will be at least 16 years of age by the first day of class
• A high school diploma, transcripts, or GED certificate
• Applicants to the teacher program need to be licensed cosmetologists, estheticians, or nail technicians.

Courses Offered

The following courses are available:

• Peoria Area Esthetics Courses- designed for students who want to become facialists, waxing specialists, body treatment specialists, spa estheticians, or makeup artists.

The Esthetics program is available full-time and part-time.

The full-time program can be completed in 5-6 months while the part-time program is 9 months long.

• Peoria Area Cosmetology Programs- for those who want to become hairdressers, hair colorists, stylists, nail technicians, make-up artists, or estheticians.

The Cosmetology program can be completed in 10-12 months by full-time students and in 17-20 months by those who attend the program part-time.

The Tricoci University of Beauty Culture is also offering teacher training for future Cosmetology Teachers or Esthetics Teachers.

Contact Information

• Address: 602 West Glen Avenue, Peoria, IL 61614
• Phone: 888.616.9051
• Website: https://www.tricociuniversity.edu

2160 Driving Academy

About the School

160 Driving Academy prepares students for a career in the fast-growing career path of commercial truck driving.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 231,000 new job openings are projected to occur for tractor-trailer truck drivers each year during the 2020-2030 decade.

The school helps many students cover the training costs with government-sponsored training assistance or complete tuition reimbursement from one of their partners.

Courses Offered

160 Driving Academy offers truck driving classes that help students earn a Commercial Driver’s License.

Students learn the best procedures for driving a Class A truck with classes that cover:

• Classroom instruction that prepares students for the written exam
• Field training that gives students the opportunity of working closely with the teacher and learn hands-on how to drive a truck

The program includes 160 hours of training that can be completed in just four weeks by students who attend the program 40 hours per week.

The classroom instruction lasts 40 hours while 120 hours are dedicated to hands-on driving training and observation time on the yard, local streets, highways, and interstate roads.

Contact Information

• Address: 500 Davis St Ste 502, Evanston, IL 60201
• Phone: (877) 350-0884
• Website: https://www.160drivingacademy.com

3Illinois Central College

About the School

Illinois Central College is offering degree and certificate programs in a variety of fields.

Tuition is $155 per credit hour for ICC district residents and $174 per credit hour for online classes for out-of-district and out-of-state residents.

Out-of-district and out-of-state students pay on-campus tuition of $390 per credit hour.

The number of credits included in each program varies depending on the program and the type of credential it leads to.

For example, the AAS program in Welding Technology includes 61 credits, while the Accounting Clerk Certificate includes 29 credit hours.

Illinois Central College is an AQIP participant, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Courses Offered

The following certificate programs are available:

• Agricultural Production
• Business Administration
• Central Sterile Service Technician
• Cisco Certified Network Associate
• CNC Machine Operator
• Computer-Aided Mechanical Drafting
• Culinary Arts Management
• Medical Office Administrative Assistant
• Nursing Assistant Program
• Phlebotomist
• And more

Associate Degree programs are also available in Industrial Electrical Technology, Fire Science Technology, Education, Diesel Powered Equipment Technology, Welding Technology, and many other fields.

Contact Information

• Address: Illinois Central College, 1 College Dr, East Peoria, IL 61635-0001
• Phone: (309) 694-5422
• Website: https://icc.edu

4Midwest Technical Institute

About the School

Midwest Technical Institute offers a wide range of vocational programs that prepare students for careers in allied health and mechanical trades.

The Institute’s East Peoria campus was established in 2009 and is located just off I-74, outside Peoria.

Their programs are designed to provide students with hands-on experience in their area of expertise.

Graduates are ready for licensing exams and/or entry-level employment as dental assistants, medical assistants, massage therapists, welders, HVAC technicians, and many other in-demand professions.

Midwest Technical Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.

Courses Offered

The following Allied Health programs and courses are available:

• Dental Assisting- a nine-month 765-hour program that includes 225 hours of externship
• Medical Assisting- this 765-hour program is also nine months-long and includes 225 externship hours.
• Basic Nursing Assistant- a seven-week program that includes 144 clock hours
• Phlebotomy
• Medical Coding Specialist
• Massage Therapy
• Medical Coding Specialist- a hybrid format

Mechanical Trades programs and courses are also available in the following areas:

• Journeyman Welder
• HVAC/R Technician
• Continuing Education: Pipe Fitting Course

Contact Information

• Address: 280 High Point Ln, East Peoria, IL 61611
• Phone: (309) 427-2750
• Website: https://www.midwesttech.edu

5Mr. Glass Tonsorial Christian Institute

Barbering is a trade that can lead to a rewarding career.

Barbers are usually responsible for performing the following tasks:

• Cutting, trimming, styling hair, mostly for male clients
• Performing facials
• Receiving payments
• Cleaning and disinfecting tools and work areas
• And more

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for barbers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is projected to grow 19 percent from 2020 to 2030, which will result in 85,300 new job openings each year.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual wage reported by barbers in Illinois was $50,550.

Salaries however range from less than $22,000 to more than $100,000 depending on experience, education, skills, and a variety of other factors.

Peoria region is home to several barbering schools.

About the School

Mr. Glass Tonsorial Christian Institute provides comprehensive, personalized training for those who want to start a career in barbering.

Classes are taught and overseen by an experienced barbershop owner who is also a Tonsorial Artist Extraordinaire and a published author.

The classes taught at the school incorporate traditional barber training techniques and styles.

After completing training, barbers need a license before being starting work.

Contact Information

• Address: 3019 N. Sterling Unit#3 Peoria, IL 61604
• Phone: 309 408 9399
• Website: https://mrglasstonsorialchristianinstitute.com

6Oehrlein School of Cosmetology

About the School

Oehrlein School of Cosmetology provides educational programs that prepare students for careers in the beauty industry.

Their Cosmetology program is available Wednesday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The program is designed to be completed in 50 weeks.

The total course of the course is approximately $18,500 if completed within normal time.

Oehrlein School of Cosmetology is approved by the United States Department of Education to offer Federal PELL Grant and William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program.

The school is a Pivot Point Legacy Partner.

Courses Offered

The school provides a 1500-hour Cosmetology course that covers all aspects of salon service through classroom training and clinical practice.

The curriculum covers many beauty-related topics, such as:

• Tools and their use
• Chemical safety
• Haircutting, hair shaping, thinning and trimming
• Esthetics- a program that covers skin assessment and care
• Nail Technology- manicuring, pedicuring, artificial nails
• Labor law, client relations, marketing
• And more

The programs also include electives.

Cosmetology teacher programs that include 500 or 1000 hours of training are also available at the school.

This program is open only for those who have completed Cosmetology training and have a valid license.

Contact Information

• Address: 100 Meadow Ave. East Peoria, Illinois 61611
• Phone: 309-699-1561
• Website: https://oehrleinschool.com

7Woodruff Career & Technical Center

About the School

Woodruff Career & Technical Center offers academic programs, career preparation programs, and support to complete a high school diploma

Courses Offered

The following programs are available at the Center:

• Barbering- a program that equips students with the skills needed for state board examination that will make them licensed barbers
• Collision Technology/ Autobody- a program that focuses on safety instruction and the skills that will prepare students for various auto-related careers
• Construction- the program emphasizes safety and teaches students how to use basic tools, as well as complex equipment
• Cosmetology- students who achieve 1500 hours of instruction are ready to sit for the cosmetology licensing exam
• Criminal Justice- a program that covers Introduction to Corrections and Introduction to Investigations
• Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management- a program that includes nationally accredited ServSafe certifications
• Fire Science- a two-year program that offers dual credit through Illinois Central College toward a Fire Science Technology Certificate
• Graphic Communications- a two-year program that covers hands-on techniques and skills for page layout, web page development, screen printing, digital publishing workflows, and a variety of other skills needed in the graphic design communications industry.
• Hair Braiding- students who achieve 300 hours of instruction are ready to earn a hair braiding license
• Health Occupations- a two-year dual credit program that uses a curriculum that prepares students for the Certified Nursing Assistant exam
• Horticulture/ Landscape- a two-year program that prepares students for employment in landscape management
• Information Technology/ Coding- dual credit courses that are two years long
• Nail Technology
• Office Occupations- a two-year program that prepares students for employment in the clerical world
• Renewable Energy- a two-year program
• Construction Industry Work-Based Learning- a program that includes credentialing opportunities as OSHA certification, Forklift Operator safety certificate, and First Aid/CPR certification

Contact Information

• Address: 1800 N.E. Perry Avenue, Peoria, IL 61603
• Phone: 309-672-6665
• Website: https://www.peoriapublicschools.org/wctc

8Permanent Makeup by Deb Long

About the School

Permanent Makeup by Deb Long is an advanced educator school of beauty.

The school offers training for already licensed professionals and for those who want to start a new career in makeup.

Training costs vary depending on the program.

The Microblading class costs $2,500 while the Deluxe class is $7,995.

The programs also include hands-on training on live models and safety sanitation classes.

Permanent Makeup by Deb Long is approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education.

The hands-on training covers 25 procedures for the basic class and 35 procedures for the deluxe class.

Courses Offered

Permanent Makeup by Deb Long provides a variety of classes for beginners and advanced.

The following courses are available:

• Just Brows- a three Day- Microblading class that includes Precision Point Brows, Nano Brow, Shading, and Ombre
• Basic Class- a program that covers brows, lips, eyeliner, and microblading
• Deluxe Class- a course that includes basic to advanced training.

The basic training class includes procedures such as basic eyebrows, full eyeliner, powder brow, beauty marks, full lip color, and microblading.

In addition, the deluxe class also covers eye shadow, scalp pigmentation, tattoo removal, micro-needling, scars camouflage, and a variety of other techniques.

Beauty classes in Hyaluron Pen Training, Skin Tag/ Age Spot Removal, Mesotherapy, Advanced Waxing, Advanced Skin Tightening, and many other topics are also available.

Contact Information

• Address: 208 N Wood St Washington, IL 61571
• Phone: 309-370-1629
• Website: https://permanentmakeupbydeb.com

9Wheel Art Pottery Studio

About the School

Wheel Art Pottery Studio is a pottery studio and school that offers classes for beginners and intermediate adults as well as membership for experienced potters.

The studio also offers classes for kids, scout troops, teens, and summer camps.

Their Adult Weekly Sessions cost $175 and include the first two bags of stoneware clay.

The Adult Intermediate/Advanced class costs $225.

The school has a cap of 10 students for the weekly sessions and a cap of six students for the advanced class.

Students learn from an instructor with more than 15 years of teaching experience and more than 20 years of experience in doing pottery/ceramics.

Courses Offered

The following classes are available for adults:

Adult Weekly Sessions- a course available on Monday evenings and Wednesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m.

This program teaches hand building and wheel throwing pottery, as well as glazing.

The pottery created is food-safe, dishwater safe, and microwave safe.

An Adult Intermediate/ Advanced Clay program is also available Tuesday evenings from 6-8 p.m.

This class is open to students who have completed the Beginning/Intermediate class.

Contact Information

• Address: 1101 SW Washington St., Peoria, IL 61602
• Phone: (309) 306-1741
• Website: https://sites.google.com/site/wheelartpotterystudio

10West Chicago Professional Center

About the School

West Chicago Professional Center is a school of technical training that helps students enter the field of heating and air conditioning, or for careers as electrical technicians.

The HVAC Technician course and the Electrical Technician course cost $5,450 each if taken separately and $9,900 if combined.

To qualify for admission at West Chicago Professional Center, applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a high school diploma, GED, or pass the admission exams and have the permission of the director of the school.

Courses Offered

The following courses are available at West Chicago Professional Center:

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) course- a program that includes three separate classes, each four weeks long: Beginner’s Class, Intermediate Class, and Advanced Class.

Class hours are divided between classroom instruction and hands-on training.

Electrical Course- a program that is also divided into three four-week sections from Beginner to Advanced.

Combined Program- this program combines the Electrical and the HVAC program into a six-class course.

Those who finish the programs are ready to take the certification tests.

Contact Information

• Address: 245 W. Roosevelt Rd. Building 1, Unit 4, West Chicago, IL 60185 United States
• Phone: 630-232-3250
• Website: https://www.westchicagohvac.com