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Trade Schools in Paauilo, Hawaii

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Top Trade Schools in Paauilo

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Hawaii Technology Institute

HTI

★★★★☆
4.5/5

Hawaii Technology Institute provides specialized training in high-demand technical trades serving the entire Big Island region. The school focuses on sustainable technologies including HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, and solar panel installation - all critical skills for Hawaii's unique climate and energy needs. With small class sizes and experienced instructors from local industry, students receive personalized attention and practical, hands-on training. The institute maintains strong relationships with local contractors and utility companies, resulting in excellent job placement rates. Programs are designed to prepare students for Hawaii-specific licensing requirements and industry certifications.

Experience:12 years
Reviews:42 student reviews
117 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720

Programs Offered:

HVACElectricalPlumbingSolar Installation
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Hawaii Community College - Pālamanui

University of Hawaii System

★★★★☆
4.3/5

Hawaii Community College's Pālamanui campus serves the entire West Hawaii region including Paauilo with comprehensive trade programs. The college offers hands-on training in construction trades, automotive technology, and culinary arts with strong industry partnerships. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities including modern welding labs, automotive bays, and commercial kitchens. The institution maintains high job placement rates through connections with local contractors and businesses across the Big Island. Programs lead to industry certifications and associate degrees, with many graduates finding immediate employment in Hawaii's growing construction and hospitality sectors.

Experience:8 years
Reviews:68 student reviews
73-4225 Ane Keohokalole Hwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Programs Offered:

CarpentryElectricalAutomotiveWeldingCulinary Arts
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New York Technical Institute of Hawaii

NYTI

★★★★☆
4.2/5

New York Technical Institute of Hawaii offers comprehensive trade programs specifically tailored to meet the workforce needs of the Big Island. The school provides intensive hands-on training in automotive technology, diesel mechanics, and building trades with a focus on practical skills that translate directly to local employment opportunities. With industry-experienced instructors and modern equipment, students gain real-world experience working on vehicles and systems common in Hawaii's unique environment. The institution has established partnerships with local dealerships, construction firms, and maintenance companies throughout East Hawaii, ensuring strong graduate employment outcomes in the communities they serve.

Experience:15 years
Reviews:35 student reviews
275 Ponahawai St, Hilo, HI 96720

Programs Offered:

Automotive TechnologyDiesel MechanicsHVACElectrical

About Trade Schools in Paauilo

Paauilo, Hawaii offers a variety of vocational training programs and trade schools for students looking to launch careers in skilled trades. Our comprehensive directory helps you find the best programs based on instructor quality, job placement rates, certifications, and student reviews.

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