Trade Schools in Spencer, Iowa

DMACC's Carroll Campus, serving the broader Northwest Iowa region including Spencer, offers comprehensive trade programs with exceptional facilities and industry partnerships. The automotive and diesel technology programs feature manufacturer-specific training and ASE certification preparation. Electrical trades students learn residential, commercial, and industrial applications with NEC code compliance. With multiple start dates throughout the year, accelerated program options, and extensive employer networks, DMACC maintains one of the highest job placement rates in the state, consistently exceeding 90% for skilled trades graduates.

Iowa Western's Spencer Center provides comprehensive career and technical education serving Northwest Iowa. The institution offers state-of-the-art welding labs with AWS certification pathways, advanced automotive technology programs with ASE alignment, and industrial maintenance training meeting local manufacturing needs. With strong industry partnerships and job placement rates exceeding 85%, the college maintains articulation agreements with regional employers. Programs feature hands-on training, experienced instructors with industry backgrounds, and flexible scheduling options for working adults.

Located just 30 minutes from Spencer, WITCC's Cherokee Center serves the Northwest Iowa region with accredited trade programs featuring modern equipment and industry-standard curriculum. The welding program offers comprehensive SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW training with AWS certification preparation. HVAC-R students train on commercial-grade equipment and prepare for EPA 608 certification. With strong job placement assistance and employer connections throughout the region, graduates consistently achieve high employment rates in local industries, manufacturing facilities, and construction firms.