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Not every career requires a degree from a four-year university. In fact, some of the most varied and sought-after positions are skilled trades learned through technical schools and apprenticeships. You can build a great career with no student debt. About 30 million jobs in the United States that pay an average of $55,000 per year don’t require bachelor’s degrees, according to the Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce. CEW also reports that a higher level of education doesn’t necessarily translate into a higher salary. In Texas, for example, workers with associate degrees in chemical technology had median earnings of $75,500 in 2020, compared to $50,600 in median earnings for bachelor’s degree holders in the state. Training for some of these in-demand roles can begin in high school, where the basics of woodworking or auto repair might be taught. Apprenticeships are available upon graduation. Others may attend a trade school or technical college for more advanced lessons.
Many veterans leave the service with transferable skills that allow them to directly enter the workforce. They may also take advantage of veteran benefits that provide additional training or teach adaptive skills to transition into the civilian workforce. Those who are willing to work with their hands and complete this training, serve apprenticeships and earn certification emerge with a sturdy career that provides services that are always needed. Most also have substantial pay rates, sometimes into six figures. Key areas of need include electricians, plumbers and construction technology:
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To earn a license, plumbing technicians must attend a year of training at a technical school and then begin an apprenticeship. They’ll learn about more than pipes and drains. Modern plumbing includes CONTINUE READING ON PAGE 2