No, it is not too late to start a trade career after 40. The skilled trades are one of the few fields where life experience, reliability, and work ethic count…
Finishing a trade program and getting hired are two different milestones, and the gap between them is smaller than most people think. Hiring managers…
Employers trust hands-on technicians because the skilled trades focus on fixing technical machinery issues. For Philadelphia students who enjoy working with tools, fixing..
Technical skills can help you qualify for a skilled-trade job. However, employers also need workers who communicate clearly, arrive prepared, follow instructions, and work well..
Once a student graduates, the only happiness is getting a job offer. But what if a job offer is likely to come within 6-8 months? Sounds interesting, right? Also you must be wondering..
If you are researching how to become an HVAC technician, one credential comes up in almost every job posting: EPA Section 608 certification. It is short, it is federal…
Choosing where to train for a skilled trade is one of the highest-leverage financial decisions a young adult in Philadelphia can make. Unlike a four-year degree…
Wondering about the best and worst states for concrete technicians? Location can make or break your paycheck in this trade. Some states pay concrete technicians well over $80,000..
What do PTTI alumni career paths look like a few years down the road? Landing that first trade job is just the beginning, not the finish line. However, most people don’t think past..
Trade careers are becoming one of the biggest economic equalizers in Philadelphia right now. It doesn’t matter where you grew up, what your family could afford, or what your..
