The building trades, which include the electrical trades, are more than just jobs—they’re life-changing careers. Learn about the incredible opportunities, benefits, and success stories that make the trades a path to stability and growth. Whether it’s financial freedom, hands-on work, or long-term potential, the trades have something for everyone. Dive in and learn more!
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Study finds that apprenticeship leads to higher pay
Despite the fact most high school graduates go to a four-year college to pursue a bachelor’s degree, a new study has found that completing a registered apprenticeship program in the construction trades leads to higher average pay than the students who are able to obtain a college degree.
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Student debt continues to climb
The student loan debt in the United States has reached $1.6 trillion and is continuing to climb at alarming rates.
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Safety Training a Cornerstone of Registered Apprenticeship Programs
All Registered Apprenticeship Programs in the construction industry put a strong focus on safety training — for the benefit of not only new apprentices, but for everyone on the jobsite.
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Contractors’ biggest fear is not lack of work, but lack of workers
A study ran by an Ohio-based accounting and financial advisory firm shows that the largest threat to the construction industry is not lack of work, but lack of workers.
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A new book reveals people’s take on student debt, find alternatives
A new book by University of California Berkeley professor David Kirp, titled “The College Dropout Scandal” addresses the issues that face students and universities regarding dropout rates and student debt.
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Construction industry offers opportunity to work outdoors
Working in the construction industry provides individuals with the opportunity to have a career outdoors. You may find yourself working on high-profile jobs such as professional sports arenas or buildings that define a city skyline.
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College graduate finds lifelong career in the trades
Throughout the country, college graduates are running into a common problem, a lack of work in their desired field. Many students accrue large amounts of student debt and then have no way to pay it off after graduation.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics reports need for skilled tradespeople
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, the number of construction and extraction occupations is expected to grow 11 percent between the years 2016 and 2026.
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College graduate finds rewarding career in the trades
Mike Burdick of Queensbury, N.Y. went to college because that was what was expected of him after graduating from high school.
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Apprentices get a valuable head start in their careers
It is common for some people to spend a part of their life trying to find a career that they enjoy, but also one that can support them financially.