Vocational Schools in Rhode Island

New England Institute of Technology

• According to the school's website, the New England Institute of Technology opened in 1940. The school offers both associate's and bachelor's of science degrees in more than 35 programs. Many of the school's associate degree programs last 18 months while the bachelor of science degree programs take approximately three years to complete. The school currently has approximately 3,000 students enrolled in its programs. Its goal is to provide students with both strong analytical skills and practical training.

  The New England Institute of Technology
  2500 Post Rd.
  Warwick, RI 02886-2266
  800-736-7744
  neit.edu

Paul Mitchell School

• Cranston is home to the Rhode Island campus of the Paul Mitchell School. The facility is 16,000 square feet and offers a complete education in the fields of hair design and skin care. For students attending the program during the day, completion takes 15 months. Night students need two years to complete the program. According to the school's website, cosmetology students learn Paul Mitchell's Core Cutting Program through an interactive DVD system. Other courses include hair color, haircutting, nails, facials, makeup, and professional development. The school aims to give its graduates a sense of professionalism, creativity, and confidence they can take into their future careers. The school also offers networking opportunities to assist new graduates.

  Paul Mitchell, The School--Rhode Island
  379 Atwood Ave.
  Cranston, RI 02920
  401-946-9920
  pmtsrhodeisland.com

New Horizons Computer Learning Center

• New Horizons is an IT training school with more than 300 centers in 60 countries, according to the school's website. Program offerings at the Rhode Island campus include classes ranging from basic computer applications to complex IT systems. The school offers classroom training and online classes that are both live and prerecorded. Its classes cover Microsoft Office, Adobe applications, and server systems from Microsoft, Cisco, and Citrix. The school offers multiple certification programs.

  New Horizons Computer Learning Center
  315 Iron Horse Way
  Providence, RI 02908
  401-654-5252
  nhnortheast.com