All it takes is the ambition to carve out a prosperous and rewarding career in a trade.
Youll spend less time tackling written assignments and more time engaged in immersive, hands-on learning.
After you graduate from a trade school, youll receive a diploma or certificate in your field.
And from there, where you head next will depend on the skilled trade you pursued.
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Most will want some combination of licensure and on-the-job training.
But unlike a college internship, youll earn money during your apprenticeship.
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While not quite one of the highest-paid trade jobs, electricians are always in high demand.
Most hygienists do at least a year or two of general college coursework before focusing on their dental trade.
Dental hygienists clean and prepare patients mouths before the dentists take over.
So itll likely remain one of the highest-paid trade jobs for the foreseeable future.
HVAC technicians install, repair and maintain heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
As an HVAC technician, youll have to develop and rely on skills from other trades.
Median salary: $48,630
Requirements: At least a certificate, though an apprenticeship is commonly preferred.
IT Support Specialist
Do you love computers?
These are the men and women who bring communities back to life after a power outage.
Aircraft Technician
You dont necessarily need a passion for flying to become an aircraft mechanic.
It certainly doesnt hurt.
You will need a passion for machines and problem-solving.
Construction Manager
Its one of the highest-paying trade jobs around for a reason.
Construction managers have a lot of responsibilities related to overseeing construction projects.
Construction managers plan and budget for projects while working together with engineers and architects.
They negotiate contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
And they see to it projects comply with all applicable state and local laws.
Property Appraiser
How much is this building worth?
What about the land it sits on?
Your work will help buyers and sellers agree on a fair price.
Itll help the government determine how much tax should be levied on the property.
Itll inform insurance premiums and mortgage rates.
And itll help developers plan whether to buy, sell or build.
Ready to Get to Work Right Now?
You dont have to wait until you finish trade school to get to work right now.
(Can you sense my millennial sarcasm there?)
You know which ones were talking about: rent, utilities, cell phone bill, insurance, groceries…
