Independence, MO

Trade Schools in Independence, MO

Trade schools in Independence, MO offer local choices such as MCC's CDL training at Blue River East and CNA classes at MEDS on Noland Road. Compare those teaching sites with the credential, attendance plan and funding review you need.

  • MCC's CDL course meets at Blue River East on MO-78.
  • MEDS lists CNA classes at its South Noland Road location.
  • The Full Employment Council has an Eastern Jackson County office in Independence.

Trade schools in and near Independence

Independence has both truck-driving and nurse assistant training in the local program listings. Check each location and upcoming class before widening your search to other Missouri campuses.

14 schools listed

Campuses in Independence (5)

  • Summit Salon Academy Kansas CityIndependence, MOCosmetologyBarberEstheticianNail Tech
  • CDL ProsIndependence, MOCDL
  • Medical Education Development & Support, LLC (MEDS)Independence, MOCNA
  • Metropolitan Community College-Blue RiverIndependence, MOCDL
  • The Experience Barber AcademyIndependence, MOBarber

Nearby: Blue Springs (1)

Nearby: Raytown (2)

Nearby: Grain Valley (1)

  • Crider's Institute of Welding TechnologyGrain Valley, MOWelding

Nearby: Kansas City (5)

Open a program to compare length, schedule and published cost at each campus.

Choose between Blue River East and Noland Road

Your training field determines which Independence address to use. MCC's CDL site and MEDS are separate locations.

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MCC's transportation page places its CDL-A course at Blue River East, 21227 MO-78, Independence. The Blue River main campus uses 20301 East 78 Highway. Give staff the CDL course name when checking where to report, because the campus addresses differ.

For CNA classes, MEDS publishes 1425 S. Noland Road in Independence. Its schedule shows several cohorts with different meeting hours. Request the dates for the class you want and ask where clinical attendance takes place. Build your travel plan from those confirmed locations rather than a general school search result.

Start a funding conversation on East 23rd Street

The Full Employment Council has a local Eastern Jackson County office. Discuss training assistance before committing to a school bill.

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The Full Employment Council's Independence office is at 15301 E. 23rd Street S., with phone 816-521-5700. This is its Eastern Jackson County location. Bring details for the Independence course you are considering, including its start date and any school payment deadline.

FEC describes classroom training, apprenticeships and paid work experience among its services. Ask which route could fit your work history and planned occupation. Request a review of the school and course before assuming assistance is available. A written decision about covered costs will help you compare a funded option with a school payment plan.

Use Centerpoint to research local healthcare roles

Centerpoint Medical Center is an Independence hospital with its own career page. Check job details alongside your training plans.

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Centerpoint Medical Center's employer page gives its address as 19600 East 39th Street S., Independence. The page links to career searches and hospital information. If you want healthcare work close to home, use the facility name to focus your search.

Read the individual role's required certification, education and experience. For a nurse assistant path, take those requirements to your MEDS course discussion and ask how the training prepares you for the duties. Keep a copy of the posting to compare with other employers. Review the position's hours and work site as carefully as its title before deciding which course schedule fits.

Common questions

Is MCC's Independence CDL class at the main Blue River campus?

MCC specifies Blue River East, 21227 MO-78, for its CDL-A course. The main campus has a different address farther along the same highway. Ask the transportation staff for your classroom and driving instructions before the first day, especially if you have previously visited the main campus.

Can I find CNA classes within Independence?

MEDS lists CNA training at 1425 S. Noland Road. Its published calendar includes a November 12, 2026 to February 16, 2027 day class. Confirm seat availability and the clinical schedule directly with MEDS. Ask for all required attendance dates before arranging work coverage or child care.

Who can review training assistance in Eastern Jackson County?

The Full Employment Council lists its Independence office at 15301 E. 23rd Street S. Call 816-521-5700 with the program you want to discuss. Ask what documents to bring, whether that course can receive assistance and when a decision must be made relative to the school's payment deadline.

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