At the trade schools in Arkansas, students learn in-demand skills through online courses and programs on campus. They receive the right training for the careers they want. With an average wage of over $20 hourly, many job openings, and fast-growing industries, the state is ideal for both career education and work opportunities.
Paul Mitchell Schools
There are more than 100 Paul Mitchell Schools nationwide that prepare future professionals for careers in the beauty industry. Students can learn in-demand skills to become cosmetologists, barbers, estheticians and nail designers.
Strayer University is a private college that offers online and in-person programs from associate's to master's levels. The school has locations in over 15 different states. Degree options include business and criminal justice. SU has a mission to teach students the skills they need to grow and thrive.
Vista College
Online and on-campus career training in healthcare, business, technology, legal, cosmetology and the trades.
About 21.2% of Arkansas’ labor force works in education and health services. Healthcare careers are the fastest growing in the state with around 36,000 job openings expected by 2028. This includes a growing need for home health aides, outpatient specialists, and laboratory assistants. Ambulatory services such as EMTS are also among the fastest-growing occupations in the state.
The Arkansas Department of Labor expects the construction industry to grow by 11.75% before the year 2028. With jobs opening quickly, construction is a top-growing industry, especially for trade workers. The state predicts a large gain in employment both directly related to building residential and commercial spaces as well as general building maintenance.