Trade Schools in East Calais, Vermont

New England Culinary Institute is a nationally recognized culinary school located just 30 minutes from East Calais in Montpelier. With small class sizes and intensive hands-on training, NECI provides comprehensive culinary education with a 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio. The institute offers AOS and BPS degrees with 95% job placement rate. Students gain real-world experience through the school's restaurant operations and extensive externship programs with top culinary establishments throughout New England.

Vermont Technical College is Vermont's only technical college and has been providing hands-on trade education for over 150 years. The Williston campus offers comprehensive trade programs with state-of-the-art facilities including fully equipped welding labs, automotive bays, and electrical training centers. Programs lead to industry certifications and associate degrees with job placement rates exceeding 85%. The college maintains strong partnerships with Vermont employers and provides extensive career services support.

Barre Technical Center serves as a regional career and technical education center for Central Vermont, located approximately 25 minutes from East Calais. The center offers comprehensive trade programs for both high school students and adult learners with modern facilities including automotive repair shops, construction labs, and cosmetology clinics. Programs are designed to prepare students for immediate employment or further education, with many offering industry certifications and direct pathways to local employers. The center maintains strong relationships with Vermont trade unions and employers.