Trade and Vocational

Trade and Vocational

Vocational education prepares you to work as a technician or in a skilled craft or trade. You are only trained in the type of work you want to do and that training can start in high school. There are vocational programs that focus on auto mechanics, cosmetology and even health care. Vocational training can be taken through: High School Career and Technical Education (CTE), Vocational school Apprenticeship programs, On-the-job training, Military training and Distance learning programs.

Being trained in your chosen vocation gives you an advantage when you apply for jobs because you already have the knowledge and the training! If you decide to attend a community college or a technical school, you may also have the opportunity to participate in cooperative training. That’s where you will actually work on the job while attending classes.

Other benefits of attending Vocational Schools:

• They are typically more affordable than traditional degrees -the average tuition for an entire vocational program is $18,000
• The average earning potential of a skilled trade graduate is close to $80,000
• Vocational schools often have good relations with area companies
• Skilled trades offer some of the highest salaries for two year or less educational programs
• Skilled trades make up a majority of skilled jobs available today
• Skilled trades offer the ability to find employment across the nation or start your own business

10 High-Paying Vocational Jobs to Consider

• Electrical Repairman
• Commercial Pilot
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• Fashion Designer
• Plumber
• Dental Hygienist
• Nuclear Technician
• Computer Specialist