In the 21st century, gender norms about careers are breaking down in a big way. Women are increasingly going into the trades in order to fill the labor gap and pursue work that’s in high demand. How are women in skilled trades (WIST) changing the face of American industry and construction? The Country Needs More Skilled Trades […]
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The Benefits of Welding School Over Community College
While community colleges offer welding programs, there are several very good reasons why choosing one at a vocational welding school is the better option. Here are some of the advantages of going to a good welding school. Less Study Time Community colleges generally offer two-year programs that can lead to associate degrees, diplomas and certificates […]
Read MoreCurrent Job Outlook for Welding School Grads
Despite the slowly recovering economy, unemployment and underemployment remain very common problems. Some people will start to consider what the employment outlook is for certain careers. Thankfully, the current job outlook for those graduating from a good welding program is promising. Welders The median annual wage for a welder currently stands at $40,040; however, experience, field of […]
Read MoreUndecided Major? Consider Trade School
Is college for you? If you’re uncertain college is for you, or if you’re dreading the thought of four more years of school, maybe you should consider alternatives. While many high school guidance counselors and parents encourage going to college, there are other paths to well-paying jobs. If you’re really not sure what you want […]
Read MoreSkilled Trades Careers That Can’t Be Outsourced
Americans have lost their jobs to workers in other countries at an alarming rate. China alone accounted for 3.2 million of the positions that U.S. corporations outsourced—the majority of them in manufacturing—between 2001 and 2013. Fortunately, thanks to geography and economics, there are skilled trades careers that can’t be outsourced to other countries. Pipefitting Plumbing […]
Read MoreTrade School: The Other College
Obtaining a degree from a university does not hold as much promise for young men and women as it once did. College students are taking longer to finish their degree while spending more money—any many do not even graduate. Those who do earn a degree oftentimes face dismal job prospects and mounting debt. Learning a […]
Read More3 Reasons Why There is a Shortage of Skilled Trade Workers
Given the fact that the national unemployment rate stands at 5.3% and the underemployment rate is nearly 15%, it can be hard for people to understand how many employers actually face an acute shortage of skilled trade workers. It turns out that for plumbers, pipefitters, HVAC technicians, electricians, welders and others in similar occupations, there […]
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