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 Long is Trade School?

Jun 24, 2022

The time it takes to complete a trade school program is normally between six months and two years, but it depends on which program you choose.

Computer Programmer Job Description and Education

Jun 23, 2022

Learn about a computer programmers job description and how to become one. Also get information about a computer programmer salary.

Good Jobs to Help Pay for Trade School

Jun 21, 2022

There are all sorts of jobs that might be good for students who are attending, or plan to attend trade school.

Medical Lab Technician Job Description and Career Info

May 17, 2022

Learn about a lab technician’s job description and outlook, how much a lab tech makes, and where lab technicians are paid the most.

Hair Stylist Job Description and Education

May 1, 2022

Learn about the job description of a hairstylist and the education you’ll need to complete in order to achieve a career as a hair-stylist.

Highest Paying Jobs with Least Time in School

Apr 2, 2022

Here’s a list of some of the highest paying jobs with the least amount of time in school. The time of the programs listed is between 3-6 weeks and 2 years.

Auto Mechanic Training and Job Description

Apr 1, 2022

Read about an auto mechanic’s job description, how to become an auto mechanic, and get the most recent salary info released in 2022.

Highest Paying Skilled Trade Careers

Mar 31, 2022

This article contains 2022 salary data for the highest paying skilled trade jobs including careers in the building, construction, and mechanics fields.