Apprenticeships/
Trades
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What are the trades?
The trades or skilled trades are hands-on work in a variety of different careers
Examples include:
Automotive
Manufacturing
Electrical
Information Technology
Cosmetology
Culinary Arts
Medical Imaging
Training
Types of training depend on the field and desired job
Training is usually specific to the field of work and generally requires no General Education classes (e.g. math, English, etc.)
Examples:
Certificate Programs (at a community or four year college)
Apprenticeships
On-the-job training
Certificate Programs
Can be a great way to get additional training in a specific area
Can be completed at a community college or four year college
Generally can be completed in 6-18 months and require no General Education classes (e.g. math, English, etc.)
Many can be “stacked” on top of previous certificates to make yourself more marketable when applying for jobs or moving up in your company
Harper College offers over 40 certificates, but also have tuition agreements with other community colleges for programs not offered
Early Childhood Education
Pastry Arts
Basic Welding
Cosmetology
Health Insurance Specialist
Phlebotomy
Paramedic
Web Development
Apprenticeships
Employers hire you, pay you a salary with benefits, plus pay for your education at participating schools or training facilities
You usually spend 1.5-2 years minimum working for that company after your education is complete
Some employers will pay for your bachelor’s degree afterwards
Sample career fields:
Banking and Finance
Bulldozer and Grader Operators
Insurance
CNC Precision Machining
Cybersecurity/Networking
Carpenters
Marketing and Sales Management
Roofers
Graphic Arts Print Production
Supply Chain Management
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Resources for finding apprenticeships:
Internships
Can you build your own internship? Sure you can! Check out this 1-page document or these quick slides for tips!
Interested in an Internship through District 214? Visit the D214 Internship website.
Planning / Next Steps
Determine the type of training needed
Research your future career online (click here for career exploration resources)
Talk to a counselor, career advisor, postsecondary counselor or college representative
Ask your counselor about career pathway courses, workplace learning experiences (internship) and industry certifications you may be able to obtain while still in high school
Apply for a certificate program, apprenticeship or job
Each will have different requirements and deadlines so make sure you keep track
Check out THIS LIST of some local Trades and Apprenticeship programs!
Start training and potentially getting paid for it!