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The United States is currently facing a shortage of skilled trade workers. This is due to several factors, including an emphasis on four-year college degrees and retiring Baby Boomers. This shortage has pushed up wages for those working in skilled trades. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for all construction…
Today college is viewed as the only path to success. However, the four year degree is often overrated and unnecessary for career success. Those working in the skilled trades enjoy good salaries without needing a college degree. And there is greater need than ever, with a shortage of talent being reported in the skilled…
Skilled trades are often overlooked because college is viewed as a necessary step on the path to success. However, careers in the skilled trades can often pay more than jobs that require college degrees and workers with these skills are often hard to find due a decrease in interest as students choose college over the…
If you’re looking for a stable, in-demand career but don’t want to spend years in school racking up debt, consider the skilled trades. These careers are often overlooked, yet essential to society. And skilled workers in these areas can earn more than many college graduates. Listed below are five promising careers in the skilled trades…