Working as an HVAC technician, installer, mechanic or electrician may not seem like the most glamorous line of work at first. However, the fact is that a career in HVAC pays well, offers numerous job opportunities, and can be very fulfilling. Following are five good reasons why HVAC is a great career choice for 2016 […]
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Strategies for a Successful Career Change
Reasons for a career change may vary. Maybe you simply don’t enjoy your current profession any longer, maybe you want to increase your earning potential or maybe you seek greater work-life balance. In any case, it is important for those who want to make a career change do so for the right reasons and follow […]
Read MoreAdvantage of Trade Schools
For decades, attendance at four-year universities has been touted as the primary means of achieving a successful career. While college attendance will continue to be a valuable pursuit for many high school graduates in 2016, numerous students are pursuing alternative paths. Trade school is an increasingly popular choice among those who want to gain the […]
Read MoreWhat Are Renewable Energy Jobs?
On August 24, 2015, President Obama announced a new initiative in support of renewable energy. The president applauded the advancements in solar energy installations and noted the solar industry added jobs ten times faster than the regular economy. The Department of Energy will make billions of dollars in loan guarantees to support the renewable energy industry. […]
Read MoreTop 10 Tips for Avoiding Student Debt
College can be expensive. The average college student will need to pay back at least $35,000 after graduation. One of the major benefits of trade school is that programs take less time to complete and cost less than four-year colleges and universities. However, technical training programs are still an investment. Following are ten tips to […]
Read MoreGrad Connection – Meet Wayne Patch
Wayne, now aged 37, graduated from the Refrigeration Technologies program in October 2014. After 18 years working in another field, Wayne made a career change in his mid 30s. He now lives in Blythe, CA. Thanks for sharing your story Wayne; tell us what brought you to RSI in your mid 30s. I had a […]
Read MoreWhat Is EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act?
In the United States, the Clean Air Act mandates that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) protect and improve air quality and stratospheric ozone layer. In implementing the law, the EPA is phasing out substances that destroy the ozone layer and contribute to global warming, including the popular refrigerant R-22 (HCFC-22). In 2020, R-22 will be […]
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