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Warwick, RI Career Education: Vocational & Technical Schools

Published: November, 2010

Located in Kent County, the city of Warwick, Rhode Island, is the second largest in the state, with a population of over 85,000. As the hub of the Providence-Fall River-Warwick metro area, the city prides itself on a cutting-edge infrastructure and transportation system. Warwick also boasts over 39 miles of coastline and spectacular views of Narragansett Bay.

Recent statistics on Warwick show a city on the brink of expansion. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the median household income in 1999 was $46,483, over $4,400 more per year than the national average. And while the average home costs $262,900 in Warwick, home appreciation in the last year has gone up a healthy 15%. The city is seeing many new business opportunities in response to these positive economic trends.

Warwick's business climate is as diverse as its residents are. Top industries include health care, manufacturing, and government services. Major employers include:
  • Kent Hospital
  • Metropolitan Life Insurance
  • United Parcel Service
  • Kenney Manufacturing
  • JC Penney Co., Inc.

The economic future of Warwick will be fueled by contributions from the region's manufacturers of plastics, chemicals, communications equipment, and electrical machinery. The city's Department of Tourism, Culture, and Development is also working to identify new business opportunities.

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Schools in Warwick, Rhode Island: Degrees, Diplomas, & More

New England Institute of Technology

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New England Institute of Technology is a private, non-profit, co-educational technical college offering over 30 Associate in Science, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree programs.

Campus Locations:
  • East Greenwich
Programs:
  • Associate in Science Degree in Veterinary Technology
  • Associate in Science in Renewable Energy Systems
Performance Training Institute

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Get started on your career at Performance Training Institute.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Online Diploma in Medical Office and Administration with Billing and Coding
Boston University Center for Digital Imaging Arts

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Get the skills you need for a rewarding career in the digital arts.

Campus Locations:
  • Waltham
Programs:
  • Web Development
  • Photography
Everest University Online

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Manage your career and your life while earning your degree online.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Criminal Justice (Associate's)
  • Computer Information Science (Associate's)
The Salter School

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Jumpstart a career in medical services or technology at the Salter School.

Campus Locations:
  • Fall River
Programs:
  • Professional Medical Assistant
  • Massage Therapy
USC School of Social Work

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The USC School of Social Work’s MSW@USC offers the opportunity to earn a Master of Social Work degree through the Virtual Academic Center without relocating to Southern California.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Master of Social Work
DeVry University

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Make a difference with a graduate degree from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management.

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Campus Locations:
  • Online
Programs:
  • Bachelor's - Business Administration - Accounting WorldWideLearn Spotlight
  • Bachelor's - Computer Information Systems - Business Management
Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy

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Prepare for a Career That You Will Love … in Massage Therapy!

Campus Locations:
  • Groton
Programs:
  • Spa Massage Therapy
  • Massage Therapy
University of Phoenix

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At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

Campus Locations:
  • Online
  • Westborough
Programs:
  • BS in Business/Public Sector
  • BS in Business/Service Sector
New England Tractor Trailer Training School

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Get your career started at New England Tractor Trailer Training School.

Campus Locations:
  • Pawtucket
Programs:
  • Commercial Drivers License "Class A"
  • Heavy Straight Truck Driving