Trade Schools in Bay Minette, Alabama

Now part of Coastal Alabama Community College, the Gulf Coast Maritime Academy campus serves Bay Minette students with specialized maritime and industrial trade programs. The welding technology program offers comprehensive training in structural welding, pipe welding, and advanced processes with AWS certification preparation. Maritime programs include deck and engineering officer training with USCG certification pathways. The college features state-of-the-art simulation labs and maintains strong industry connections with Gulf Coast maritime and industrial employers. Financial aid and veteran benefits are available.

Blue Cliff College's Mobile campus provides extensive beauty and wellness trade education serving the Bay Minette region. The cosmetology program covers hair cutting, coloring, styling, and chemical services with 1,500+ training hours. Students train in modern salon environments with professional-grade equipment and products. The college maintains high pass rates for Alabama state licensing exams and offers comprehensive career development services. Financial aid options and flexible class schedules make programs accessible to students throughout Baldwin County.

Fortis College in Mobile serves the Bay Minette area with comprehensive trade programs featuring hands-on training in high-demand fields. The welding program includes SMAW, GMAW, GTAW processes with industry-standard equipment. HVAC students train on modern refrigeration and heating systems while preparing for EPA certification. The institution maintains strong industry partnerships with local employers and offers career placement assistance. Programs are designed to be completed in under two years with flexible scheduling options for working students.