trades
trades are ideal for someone who...
Is sure of their desired career field.
Learns by doing.
Wants to obtain credentials and join the workforce quickly.
how do i get started after ELHS...
There are two pathways to get into the trades after East Longmeadow High School
Trade school - also know as "vocational" or "technical" school
Apprenticeship
Trade/vocational School
PROS of Trade School
Incorporates both hands-on and classroom learning
Provides a more well-rounded education - Including soft skills such as communication, time management, writing, and budgeting
Instructors are professionally trained in their fields
Can earn specialized training much easier through specific programs
You can often choose your class schedule allowing you to work part-time
CONS of Trade School
Larger financial commitment - average program costs $32,832
Lacks training or experience dealing with customers
Can be too slow for individuals who learn best when just thrown into the fire
Schools
Universal Technical Institute (UTI):
Automotive - CADD - Computer Networking - Electronics - HVACR - Electrician - Plumbing - Cosmetology - Dental Assistant - Medical Assistant - Practical Nursing
NEW ENGLAND TRACTOR TRAILER TRAINING SCHOOL:
Automotive - Collision - Diesel - Heavy Equipment - CNC Machining - Electrical - HVACR - Welding -Dental Assistant - Massage Therapy - Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant Technology - Medical Coding and Billing - Medical Office Assistant - Nursing (Practical) - Patient Care - Culinary Arts - International Baking and Pastry - Aesthetics - Cosmetology - Nail Technology - Computer Networking
DIGRIGOLI SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGY:
ALSO SEE:
UA Local 104 - Plumbers/Pipefitters Union - Chicopee, MA - Steve Bradley, Training Director, 413.594.4600
IBEW Local Union 7 - Electricians Union - Springfield, MA - 413.734.7137
New England Drywall Union
Local 999 Labor Union - Christopher P. Tranghese, Local 999 Laborer's Union, (413) 736-7677, cptranghese@local999.org
Apprenticeship
PROS of Apprenticeship
Immense amounts of real-world application training - work with real customers face-to-face
You get PAID TO LEARN - the more you learn, often the more you get paid (this depends on your employer)
Often leads to a full-time job offer upon completion
Does not cost money to gain training - other than cost of tools
Often is a much faster paced learning environment
CONS of Apprenticeship
It is uncertain whether the person you are learning from will be a good mechanic or a good teacher
Competition is extremely high to land an apprenticeship - it's important to start building your automotive "network" of people you know
Can be frustrating if you do not get along well with your coworkers and employer
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