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Top 3 Hottest States in the U.S. That Need HVAC Techs

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Where are HVAC technicians in demand? The top 3 hottest states in 2022 for HVAC technicians are Florida, California, and Texas, based on annual job openings projected by Career One Stop, a project sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.1 Literally, as the world heats up, especially in certain places like California, we can expect […]

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What to Expect When Attending Trade School

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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 […]

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Which Jobs Could Be in Demand after COVID-19? Two Industries to Watch

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If the COVID-19 pandemic cost you your job, you might be wondering, “What’s next?” With forced closures during lockdown, food service, hospitality and travel were some of the hardest hit sectors. Many manufacturing plants and construction sites, however, were never forced to close. Why? Because the U.S. Department of Homeland Security deemed them part of […]

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HVAC Techs Performed Essential Work During the Pandemic

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HVAC technicians were determined to be essential workers by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at the beginning of the pandemic. As the summer heated up in 2020, HVAC professionals played an important role in keeping people comfortable, safe and healthy while staying at home, especially during heat waves. Why HVAC Techs Are Essential Workers […]

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Graduate Connections – Meet McDarian “Mac” Givens

Mac, 33, from Pontiac, Michigan, graduated the nine-month Electro-Mechanical Technologies (EMT) program at RSI in January 2022. Thanks for sharing your story, Mac. How long have you been in Arizona? Nine months. I moved here in March to go to RSI. I started the program in April. What did you do before you enrolled at […]

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Why Go to Trade School? 4 Top Reasons People Are Enrolling Post-Pandemic

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The COVID-19 pandemic interfered with the educational paths of millions of adult learners across the country. While rates of enrollment are down for traditional forms of education, there’s been continued interest in trade school programs among those looking to return to school. With the HVAC/R industry experiencing a skilled labor shortage, this comes as good […]

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