Many of our classes have moved to remote learning. It is a little different than what you have been doing—and we get it. You enrolled in trade school because you wanted to work with your hands and get to know what using real equipment is like. You might be wondering, how are you going to […]
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How to Become an HVAC Technician in Texas
Similar with other professions, there are several steps to becoming an HVAC tech in Texas. Below are 10 steps men and women may take to ply the HVAC trade in the Lone Star State: If in high school still, take vocational education classes. Graduate from high school or obtain a GED. Complete HVAC Training at […]
Read MoreCareer Outlook for Refrigeration Technicians in Texas in 2020
Texas has the second largest economy in the U.S. and many of its key sectors continue to expand.1 The Lone Star State has new job opportunities for refrigeration technicians. If you are considering a career in refrigeration and are curious about the job market in Texas, keep reading. Are There Jobs for Refrigeration Technicians in […]
Read More3 Fun Jobs for Women in the Skilled Trades
Do you like to work with your hands? Enjoy being outside as much as possible? Prefer a flexible schedule to a rigid one? Then you may want to consider a career in the skilled trades. The skilled trades can offer plenty of exciting and diverse job opportunities for women and can allow them to earn […]
Read MoreThe State of Skilled Trades in Oklahoma: 2019- 2020 Update
Are you an Oklahoman or considering moving there? Wondering about the state’s work prospects? Well, they’re pretty good, especially in skilled trades like welding, pipefitting and electrical work. Just look at local news headlines like this one: “20,000 Worker Shortage Predicted By 2028 in Oklahoma.” What’s behind these concerning trends? Even more importantly, how could […]
Read MoreHow High Is the Demand for HVAC Jobs in Houston?
The demand for HVAC jobs in Houston is high relative to other regions of the country. The Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land area ranked among the Bureau of Labor Statistics top ten metropolitan districts with the highest employment of HVAC technicians in 2018.1 Learn more about the job outlook for those considering becoming an HVAC technician in […]
Read MoreWhat Is a Trade Job?
A trade job is any occupation typically requiring specialized skills learned through advanced training, rather than a 4-year college or university. Common types of career preparation for trades jobs include vocational training at a trade school, apprenticeship or on-the-job training.[1] Trades jobs in the construction and manufacturing industries are often referred to as “skilled trades.” […]
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