Honolulu Community College
Honolulu, HI
- Programs
- Aviation Maintenance, Carpentry, Cosmetology and Diesel Mechanic and 3 more
- Average net price
- $8,377
- Completion rate
- 33%
- Type
- Public
Trade Schools in Hawaii
Hawaii has 10 schools with trade and career programs in this directory: 5 public and 5 private. Together they graduated 752 students from these programs in the latest federal count.
Published program tuition runs from $5,221 to $19,795, with a median of $9,969 across the 6 programs that report a program price.
Graduates earned a median of $37,602 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.
The largest programs by graduates are at Honolulu Community College, Hawaii Medical College and Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy.
10
Schools
752
Graduates last year
$9,969
Median program tuition
$37,602
Median earnings, 1 yr after
Trade Schools by city in Hawaii
All 10 schools in Hawaii
Hawaii Medical College
Honolulu, HI
- Programs
- CNA, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding and Pharmacy Technician
- Average net price
- $30,014
- Completion rate
- 72%
- Type
- Private for-profit
Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy
Honolulu, HI
- Programs
- Esthetician
- Average net price
- $11,560
- Completion rate
- 89%
- Type
- Private for-profit
Hawaii Community College
Hilo, HI
- Programs
- Carpentry, Diesel Mechanic, Electrician and Welding
- Average net price
- $8,514
- Completion rate
- 35%
- Type
- Public
Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI
- Programs
- Dental Assistant, EMT and Paramedic, LPN and Medical Assistant
- Average net price
- $8,406
- Completion rate
- 25%
- Type
- Public
IBS School of Cosmetology and Massage
Kahului, HI
- Programs
- Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician and Massage Therapy and 1 more
- Type
- Private for-profit
Kauai Community College
Lihue, HI
- Programs
- Carpentry, Electrician, LPN and Medical Assistant
- Average net price
- $4,931
- Completion rate
- 46%
- Type
- Public
Hawaii Institute of Hair Design
Honolulu, HI
- Programs
- Barber and Cosmetology
- Average net price
- $18,777
- Completion rate
- 72%
- Type
- Private for-profit
University of Hawaii Maui College
Kahului, HI
- Programs
- LPN
- Average net price
- $5,859
- Completion rate
- 22%
- Type
- Public
Pacific Rim Christian University
Honolulu, HI
- Programs
- CNA
- Average net price
- $20,718
- Completion rate
- 40%
- Type
- Private nonprofit
Common questions
How much does trade school training cost in Hawaii?
The median published tuition is $9,969 (range $5,221 to $19,795, 6 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at IBS School of Cosmetology and Massage ($5,221), Makana Esthetics Wellness Academy ($12,000) and Hawaii Institute of Hair Design ($14,508). Public community and technical colleges often charge less but report tuition per year rather than per program, so check each school's net price calculator.
How long does trade school school take?
Programs that report a length take a median of 6 months to finish (4 to 12 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.
How much do trade school graduates earn?
Across 15 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $37,602 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.
Are there public trade school programs in Hawaii?
Yes. 5 public schools offer it, including Honolulu Community College, Hawaii Community College, Kapiolani Community College, Kauai Community College and University of Hawaii Maui College.
Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.