Have you ever thought about how essential electricity is to your everyday life? Without it, cities would go dark and everyday tasks like charging cell phones and making coffee wouldn’t be possible. Electricity is crucial to modern life. And, just as important are the men and women who make sure it reaches our homes and […]
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Why Generation Z Is Choosing Trade School Over College
About to graduate from high school? Already finished school and weighing your options for the next step? Then you are likely part of Generation Z, the group of Americans born in 1997 and later.1 Unlike your older siblings and parents, going to college may not be part of your life plan. You’re not alone. Your […]
Read MoreWhat Is Vocational Training?
Vocational training is an educational approach that teaches students only the skills and knowledge necessary for a career that does not require a bachelor’s or advanced degree from a college.1 Offered at the high school and postsecondary level, vocational training is characterized by a combination of conceptual and hands-on instruction in career-specific subject matter.2 Vocational […]
Read More6 Fun Jobs That Don’t Require a Degree
A job that has a positive work environment and interesting responsibilities can make a 40-hour workweek go by much faster because it’s enjoyable—fun, even. The good news is, there are plenty of enjoyable jobs for which you don’t need to attend college. And, they can pay well, too! We’ve compiled a list of 6 fun […]
Read MoreTrade Jobs in Arizona You Can Train for in Less Than a Year
Many young people these days are reconsidering their career options and looking for alternatives to college as student loan debt in the U.S. has reached a staggering $1.5 trillion. Plus, it takes at least four years until a college student can earn full-time wages, yet another reason many young people are turning to the trades […]
Read More3 Careers for Moms Going Back to Work
Are you a mom getting ready to re-enter the workforce? Feeling overwhelmed? Want to make a smart decision—one that could save you precious time? We get it. Going back to work is a big decision after having kids. That’s because working moms really have two jobs: raising their kids and clocking forty hours or more […]
Read MoreCareer Change at 40? Consider the Skilled Trades
Thinking about a career change at 40? But what should you do? You’ll likely have to continue working your current job while you prepare for your new career. Time and money are important factors. But, ultimately, you really want a job where you’ll be happier. Perhaps you want to get outside and be more active […]
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