Apprenticeship
“Today everybody is told they have to go to college, they have to get a degree. But I think it’s important that we get the word out that you can support a family, you can make a living in manufacturing without that four-year degree.” – The Detroit News, ‘Skilled Trades Would Get 75% Boost in Snyder Budget’
“In some ways, we lost track of career tech education and the skilled trades. Big mistake. And we’re paying a price for that today. There are a tremendous number of great jobs out there waiting to be filled.” – Governor Snyder, The Detroit News, ‘Snyder Promotes Trades Training After State of State’
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Trade jobs like plumbers, electricians, carpenters, stylists and mechanics are highly valued, necessary and pay well
If you are not academically inclined and this environment doesnt come easy to you, find something that comes easy to you and you will make more money and be more successful
Go to a state supported technical college which is cheaper. Never go for a profit training center or school. There are a lot of for profit that are very expensive, will not give you the training you need to work, will lure you into getting into lots of student loan debt and will end up insolvent after getting millions from their students.
Before signing up for any training ask employers around to make sure employers do hire from that place
Want a successful career? Want to grow your skills without racking up debt? Earn and learn at the same time through one of our job-driven training programs in your state. Become an apprentice....: http://www.dol.gov/apprenticeship/
JOB CORPS: Are you choosing a career? Deciding which path to take can feel overwhelming, but there are training programs that can help. Job Corps is a Department of Labor (DOL) program which offers free education and vocational training to teens and young adults. Each of Job Corps’ 82 certification programs can help prepare you for the workforce. From hospital and automotive repair to healthcare and finance, there’s a wide range of opportunities to explore.
Visit JobCorps.gov to learn:
How to enroll
If you’re eligible
The locations of Job Corps training centers
How Job Corps can help you with your job search after graduation
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