Vocational Training with Local Businesses

Opportunities to learn while pursuing a career.

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West Hawaiʻi Vocational Training

  • Mauna Loa Helicopters, a 141 approved FAA flight school, has two training bases, one in Kona and Honolulu. MLH is a 141 FAA Approved school, with student housing and Federal funding (for these who apply). You are able to go from ZERO to HERO in 12 months (performance-based).

    Website: https://maunaloahelicopters.edu/

    Phone: (808) 334-0234

  • Tropicbird Flight Service is your path toward earning your wings on the Big Island! We have been in business since 2001 and have successfully graduated pilots who have gone on to fly for the Military, Airlines, Corporate and General aviation. Check out our website and give us a call, we will get you airborne for an introductory flight and get you started toward your career in the air!

    Website: tropicbirdflightservice.com

    Phone: (808) 895-4753

  • The Hawaii School of Dental Arts is an advanced school in the State of Hawaii for dental assisting training. With teaching forums on Oahu and the Big Island (Hilo and Kona), students are prepared for immediate entry into dental related professions. Classes are 12 weeks (Saturday only), allowing students to maintain their current employment while training for this exciting career in the dental field.

    Website: hawaiischooldentalarts.com

    Phone: (808) 941-2277

  • Big Island Beauty Academy LLC, is Hawaii Island’s only beauty school, offering an exciting education opportunity for residents interested in pursuing a career in the beauty industry, without requiring a move off-island. Founded in 2018 by award-winning owner and educator Monica May, Big Island Beauty Academy provides a supportive learning atmosphere that equips students with the essential training, knowledge and skills to launch a successful career in the beauty industry. We offer comprehensive, Hawaii state-board approved courses in the Art of Cosmetology, Hair Design, Nail Technology, Esthetics, and Beauty Instruction. Our qualified instructors will guide you on this exciting journey to become a true professional in your chosen field. In an industry that constantly updates and changes as new tools and skills become available, we understand that additional training is necessary to be the best in this field. That’s why we consistently review and update our courses and materials. We proudly help to build future professionals to lead a successful career in the beauty industry.

    Website: bigislandbeautyacademy.com

    Facebook: facebook.com/bigislandbeautyacademy

    IG: @bigislandbeautyacademy

    Phone: (808) 329-6447

  • PATCH (People Attentive to Children) mission is to support & improve the quality & availability of care for the young people of Hawaii. PATCH has been serving Hawaii since 1976 by offering FREE services. We help families find childcare. We offer resources on choosing and paying for childcare, child development, training, becoming a childcare provider, career counseling, and scholarship opportunities. PATCH offers over 100 classes, in person, self-paced and online. These training hours can be used for professional development & DHS Annual Health & Safety training requirements for family childcare providers, ECE practitioners, & other professionals who work with children. PATCH offers training island-wide.

    Website: patchhawaii.org/

    Facebook: facebook.com/PATCHHI

    IG: @patch_hawaii

    Phone: (808) 322-3500 - Kona office

  • Hōkūlani Massage Academy’s mission is to spread the health and wellness benefits of massage. Through detailed classroom instruction and in-practice teaching, we develop student’s skills and show them how to improve client’s well-being. Approved by the Hawaii Licensing Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, our expert training can guide you to a State of Hawaii massage license, or just help you learn to give a great massage.

    Website: hokulanimassage.com

    Phone: (808) 339-4159

  • Classes range from CPR w/AED & First Aid to medical courses such as Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Medical Assistant (CCMA), Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), and Phlebotomy to safety courses such as Lifeguard, Oxygen Provider, Wilderness and Remote First Aid (WRFA), and Child Learn To Swim. Island CPR has been providing quality CPR & First Aid training since 2008 and have certified over 4000 people to save your life. Whether you are just looking for a basic CPR certification for your current job or would like to jump start your new career with National and State certified medical courses, we have the class for you!

    Website: islandcpr.com

    Phone: (808) 326-7836

East Hawaiʻi Vocational Training

  • The instructor (owner) is not only a driver, but also a Technician for over 30 years. We are fully licensed & insured. Training provides students basic knowledge & skills to successfully obtain class A license. You can complete this training in just 2-5 weeks. TUITION ASSISTANCE for qualifying candidates AMERICAN JOB CENTER WIOA programs.

    Phone: (808) 936-3292

Do you offer apprenticeships, vocational training, technical education, or other training programs on Hawaiʻi Island?

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 Trade and Non-Trade Apprenticeships

Develop a skill and earn the opportunity to join a union.

Trade apprenticeship programs in Hawai‘i are run by or in partnership with local labor union chapters. Most of the time, you will apply to an applicant pool, and they will give you a placement when a suitable one becomes available. Apprentices should be paid with benefits during their training time, and will most likely become a union member after finishing the apprenticeship period.