Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
A vocational school is an educational institution that focuses on providing students with practical skills and training for specific careers or trades.
Related terms
Trade School: A type of vocational school that offers training programs for specific trades such as electrician, mechanic, or hairstylist.
Apprenticeship: A program in which individuals learn a trade through a combination of on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
Technical College: Similar to a vocational school, it offers specialized programs focused on technical skills like computer programming or engineering.