Trade School Career Guide
Scroll through our guide or use the search bar to learn about all the different skilled trades, technical, and business careers available at trade schools and tech colleges.
Discover what skilled tradespeople do, how much they make, and the types of jobs their training can lead to. If you’re interested in a medical career, check out our medical and healthcare careers guide.
How to Become an Electrician
After graduating from high school and earning your diploma, or taking the GED course and passing, it takes from one to four years to become a licensed electrician.
Trade School STEM Training in 2 Years or Less
Top paying STEM careers do require a bachelor’s degree for entry level positions, but many careers are available where a diploma or certificate is all that is necessary.
Trades With Apprenticeships or on the Job Training
Apprenticeships, on the job training, and going to a trade school are all valid paths to a career in the skilled trades. It really just depends on the path you want to choose.
2021’s Highest Paying Jobs for Trade School Graduates
This article contains 2021 salary data for the highest paying skilled trade jobs including careers in the building, construction, and mechanics fields.
Fast Trade School Programs (1 Month to 1 Year)
Learn about classroom and online trade school programs that average 6 months. This list actually includes those ranging from about 1 month to 1 year long.
Is a High School Diploma Better Than a GED?
Though the GED and a high school diploma are equivalents, they are not exactly the same. In this article we’ll discuss the high school diploma and the GED.
What Does a Motorcycle Mechanic Do?
Motorcycle mechanics are technically classified as a small engines mechanics, but they specialize in motorcycles. Mopeds, motorcycles, dirt bikes, and ATVs.
How to Become an Aircraft Mechanic
Learn how to become an aircraft mechanic or aircraft maintenance technician and learn about the job description including salary information.
8 Skilled Trade Jobs That Are in Demand in 2021
Learn about 8 in demand skilled trade and construction careers. You can study for these in demand jobs at trade school, in an apprenticeship, or on the job.
11 Popular Trade School Programs
Learn about some of the most popular trade school programs including those geared toward earning a license, certificate, diploma, or degree.
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