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*Start for $20 offer applies to select programs.
1Based on data from a 2024 Penn Foster Group End of Program survey of all programs.
Skilled Trades and Industrial
If you're looking for hands-on work, you can train for in-demand skilled trades jobs right from home with one of Penn Foster's online skilled trades training programs. These affordable programs are all offered online with flexible payment options and self-paced scheduling that allows you to work at your own speed. Demand for skilled tradespeople is rising and these programs can help you prepare for a lucrative career.
Popular Skilled Trades and Industrial Programs
All Skilled Trades and Industrial Programs
17 Programs
Appliance Repair
Career Diploma
2 months
As low as $59/mo
Construction Technology
Associate Degree
6 months per semester
As low as $65/mo
Engineering Technology
Associate Degree
4 months per semester
As low as $65/mo
New
CNC Operator
Professional Training
As low as $59/mo
Construction Trades
Career Diploma
3 months
As low as $59/mo
Drafting with AutoCAD®
Career Diploma
7 months
As low as $59/mo
New
Facilities Maintenance
Professional Training
As low as $59/mo
Gunsmith
Career Diploma
3 months
As low as $59/mo
In Demand
HVACR Technician
Career Diploma
5 months
As low as $59/mo
Industrial Electronics and Electrical Maintenance Technology
Associate Degree
4 months per semester
As low as $75/mo
Supervisory Skills for the Industrial Workplace
Certificate
4 months
As low as $50/mo
Jewelry Design and Repair
Career Diploma
10 months
As low as $59/mo
Landscaping Technology
Career Diploma
6 months
As low as $59/mo
Locksmith & Home Security Technician
Career Diploma
2 months
As low as $59/mo
National Electrical Code
Certificate
3 months
Total cost $419
Plumber
Career Diploma
6 months
As low as $59/mo
In Demand
Residential Electrician
Career Diploma
7 months
As low as $59/mo
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Student Success Stories
Penn Foster’s skilled trades training programs help students prepare for the next step in their career path. These programs have helped recent graduates learn at their own pace, find new jobs, and qualify for promotions. Learn more about their experiences and how Penn Foster worked for them.
Kimberly C.
2024 Plumber Graduate
“Thanks to Penn Foster, I was able to accomplish this dream at my own pace and on my own time. Pursuing a diploma in plumbing was an excellent choice. Today, I’m proud to be a Licensed Apprentice Plumber, breaking barriers while proving that plumbing isn’t just a trade; it’s a passion.”