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Hawaii Vocational and Technical Schools

Hawaii vocational and technical schools can provide you with the training necessary for a successful career. Whether you want to learn nursing, automotive repair, HVAC installation, computer programming or pharmaceutical medicine, consider the merits of attending one of Hawaii's many vocational and trade schools to receive your education. There are schools throughout the state, from Honolulu to Kona. Depending on the type of program you choose, your coursework will last anywhere from several months to a few years before you graduate with a certificate or associate's degree in your field.

Whether you live in Hilo or Maui, there are many benefits to attending a Hawaii vocational school. Given the nature of this type of education, you don't need to waste time taking supplementary courses that are not relevant to your discipline. At a typical Hawaii vocational school, you will focus almost exclusively on your field during the entire course of your study, so you can master all the necessary skills and get started on your career right away!
  1. Aircraft: A&P Technician, Ground and Flight, Pilot
  2. Arts & Design: Applied and Creative, Design, Media, Fashion
  3. Automotive:  Automotive Technician, Driver, Heavy Equipment Operator, Repair, Trucking
  4. Barbering & Cosmetology: Esthetician, Cosmetologist, Hair Design, Facial, Make-Up, Manicuring, Nails, Salon Management
  5. Bartending
  6. Business: Accounting,  Administrative, General Office, Management, Marketing, Organizational Psychology, Secretarial
  7. Computers & Information Technology: CAD, Installer, Multimedia, Programmer, Repairer, Web Designer
  8. Construction: Estimator, Heavy Equipment Operator, Project Manager, Superintendent
  9. Culinary
  10. Electronics & HVAC : Assembler, Electrical and Electronics Equipment Installer, Equipment Repairer, HVAC
  11. Fashion Design: Apparel, Illustration, Merchandising
  12. Gaming: Casino Dealer, Machine Repair, Table Games
  13. Healthcare & Medical: Dental, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Medical Office, Medical Records Technician, Nursing, Optician, Paramedic, Pharmacy Technician, X-Ray Technician
  14. Inspection & Environmental: Hazardous Waste Technician, Home Inspection, Inspector, Quality Assurance
  15. Jewelry: Bench, Designer, Identification, Diamond Setter
  16. Legal: Court Reporter, Criminal Justice, Legal Office, Paralegal
  17. Machinist: Machine Operator, CNC Machinist, CNC Operator
  18. Plumber: Pipefitter
  19. Private Investigation: Investigation, Security, Protection
  20. Telecommunications: Assembler, Cable Installer, Fiber Optic Technician, Networking, Repairer, Systems Installer
  21. Travel: Flight Attendant, Hotel Management, Reservationist, Travel Agent
  22. Welding