Skilled Trades

A desk job isn’t for everyone. Some people prefer to be on the move during their workday. If you think you’d prefer an active career after high school, there are plenty of jobs that will keep your hands, feet, and mind busy. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades, The Refrigeration […]

The COVID-19 pandemic affected us all. One term that you might have heard a lot was “essential worker.” Essential workers helped keep society running.1 If you are a high schooler wondering what to do after you graduate, you might consider going into an essential field of work. What Are Essential Jobs? The U.S. Department of […]

There’s no struggle comparable to the sacrifices the brave men and women of our armed forces endure when they selflessly protect their country. Unfortunately, another significant challenge awaits Veterans even after their combat ends: returning to civilian life. According to a Pew Research poll, 27% of Veterans find it difficult to readjust to civilian life. […]

For decades, a four-year degree was heralded as the best educational path for high school graduates. However, there are signs that more students are seeking other education options outside college. Undergraduate enrollment has been on a steady decline since 2012 as more students opt for alternatives to four-year institutions.1 At the same time, trade schools […]

Do you need a welding certification in Arizona? Does Arizona require you to have a welding license? Should you learn to weld at a trade school? These can be important questions when thinking about entering the field of welding in your state. Get answers to them in this article. 1. How Do I Become a […]

You’ve most likely heard of the trades before, but how much do you really know about this potential career path? If you’re like a lot of people considering changing careers right now, you may have questions surrounding the trades, for example what professionals in trades fields do and why people would want to train for […]

The novel coronavirus has brought widespread change to the way we live, work and socialize. In a global pandemic, some jobs have disappeared or changed, while some have been highlighted as “essential.”1 Three of these jobs—HVAC technician, welder and electrician—have shown how technical skills can mean job security in a pandemic. In other words, these […]