Trade School Guide

Explore our articles covering a variety of trade school topics written to help you understand the pathways, skills, and opportunities available in today’s trade and technical fields. From choosing the right trade school program to discovering in-demand careers and salary expectations, our articles provide valuable insights into everything you need to know about pursuing a hands-on, skill-based education.

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Criminal Justice Careers Salary List

Criminal Justice Careers Salary List

There are a wide range of career options within the criminal justice system. The salary range for criminal justice careers varies as widely as the actual career choices.

Evening, Night, and Weekend Trade School

Evening, Night, and Weekend Trade School

Why go to trade school during the evenings or on weekends? You may have daytime obligations, like a job or kids(or a job and kids), that keep you from attending traditional weekday classes.

Getting a Federal Loan for Trade School

Getting a Federal Loan for Trade School

Federal Student loans can help cover the cost of college but they must be repaid, many times with a high interest rate. Two US Department of Education loans are…

GED Outline and Practice Tests

GED Outline and Practice Tests

By knowing what’s on the GED exam and its structure, you’ll know what you need to study to be ready for each module.

What Does a Wind Turbine Technician Do?

What Does a Wind Turbine Technician Do?

Behind every functional wind turbine is a skilled wind turbine technician—or “windtech”—who ensures these complex machines operate efficiently and safely.

Different Types of Criminal Justice Careers

Different Types of Criminal Justice Careers

Some different types of careers in criminal justice include corrections officer, loss prevention, transportation security, and court clerk. Read this article to learn more about each career.

What Does a Motorcycle Mechanic Do?

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.

What is Technical Drafting?

What is Technical Drafting?

What is technical drafting? Technical drafting is also referred to as technical drawing. It’s a drawing that is used to represent an idea or…

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