Trade Schools in Meraux, Louisiana

New Orleans Technical Education Center provides intensive, hands-on trade programs serving the entire Greater New Orleans area including St. Bernard Parish. The school features comprehensive electrical training with focus on residential, commercial, and industrial applications, plus robust HVAC programs that include EPA 608 certification preparation. Their welding department offers training in MIG, TIG, and stick welding with AWS certification testing available on-site. With small class sizes and industry-experienced instructors, NOTEC maintains a 90% job placement rate and strong relationships with local unions and contractors throughout southeastern Louisiana.

Nunez Community College offers comprehensive technical education programs specifically designed for the industrial and manufacturing needs of St. Bernard Parish and the greater New Orleans region. The college features state-of-the-art welding labs with both structural and pipe welding training, modern HVAC-R facilities, and electrical technology programs aligned with industry standards. With strong partnerships with local employers like Valero, Chalmette Refining, and Bollinger Shipyards, Nunez maintains exceptional job placement rates exceeding 85% for technical graduates. Programs lead to industry-recognized certifications including AWS certifications for welding and EPA 608 certifications for HVAC.

Delta College serves students from across southeastern Louisiana with specialized technical programs focused on high-demand industrial trades. The Electrical Technology program provides comprehensive training in electrical theory, National Electrical Code, motor controls, and industrial instrumentation. Their HVAC-R program includes training on modern refrigeration systems, heat pumps, and commercial cooling systems with EPA 608 certification included. Located in Baton Rouge but serving the entire region including St. Bernard Parish, Delta College maintains strong industry partnerships and offers flexible scheduling options with day and evening classes available. The school reports an 88% placement rate for graduates in their field of study.