Private Trade Schools Private trade schools are typically small schools that provide training in many business, technical, medical, and service fields. They are even more tightly focused than community colleges, with programs whose courses are tailored to correspond with a particular career. These programs last from a few weeks to three years or more. Some schools and training programs will provide cooperative education and internship arrangements. These programs offer an excellent way to gain the work experience needed to compete for higher-paying positions.
Many civilian employers consider military training excellent career preparation.