We get it. You want the best for your child: the best life, the best school, the best career. What if we told you a career in the trades can be the best? Many careers in the trades industry are recession-proof, which means your child can build a stable life doing what they love. With training programs like Path to Pro supporting students and thousands of skilled jobs available for the taking, your child’s future will be in great hands. They can find fulfillment, passion and life-long benefits in the skilled trades.

DID YOU KNOW?

40 %

of college graduates worked in well-paying jobs that don’t require a 4-year degree in 2020

94 %

of contractors are struggling to find skilled workers

from 2020-2030 construction jobs will increase

7 %

Electricians can make up to

$ 98K/year

There will be

3M

JOBS AVAILABLE BY 2028

6 SIGNS THE SKILLED TRADES IS A GOOD PATH FOR YOUR CHILD

1 They enjoy working with their hands

2 They are great problem-solvers and can’t resist a challenge

3 They don’t mind working under pressure

4 They pay attention to details

5 They communicate problems and solutions clearly

6 They are technologically
savvy

SUCCESS IN THE TRADES

Our Resource Library is filled with informative materials that can help guide conversations with your child about achieving success and security in a career in the skilled trades.

SKILLED TRADES CAREERS TO CONSIDER

Learn about some of the most in-demand skilled trade careers

PATHWAYS TO THE TRADES

Help your child find the right path to their new passion