Questions to Ask on a Trade School Campus Tour
Updated September 26, 2025
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Tours are your best chance to see how training actually works. Bring this list and get answers in writing.
Training and Labs
- How many lab hours per week are guaranteed? Instructor‑to‑student ratio?
- What equipment and simulators do we use? How current are they?
- Can I see a live lab session?
Outcomes and Licensing
- What are your job placement and licensure pass rates—and how are they calculated?
- Which certifications or licenses does this program prepare me for?
Schedules and Support
- Day/evening/weekend and hybrid options? Make‑up labs?
- Tutoring and remediation for math/reading/skills?
Costs and Aid
- Full itemized cost (tuition, fees, tools, uniforms, exams)?
- Financial aid options and payment plan details?
Policies
- Attendance, grading, and safety policies (access to the catalog)?
- Refund/withdrawal policy (see Financial Aid Policies)
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