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What's included in Job Corps' list of trade options?

I'm considering joining Job Corps after high school to learn a trade. Does anyone have a comprehensive list of the trades they offer, and any insights into which ones might have the best job prospects?

a year ago

Job Corps is indeed a great program to learn a trade, and they offer a wide variety of vocational training options to students. Here's a list of some of the trades offered by Job Corps:

1. Advanced Manufacturing: This includes Machine Operation, Automation and Robotics Technician, and Welding.

2. Automotive and Machine Repair: For this, there are several options including Automotive Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Operator, etc.

3. Construction: Several sub-fields are available here such as Electrician, Carpentry, Plumbing, Facilities Maintenance, Plastering and Cement Masonry, etc.

4. Finance and Business: Here you have options like Office Administration and Accounting.

5. Healthcare: Job Corps offers training in Certified Nurse Assistant, Dental Assistant, Medical Administrative Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, etc.

6. Homeland Security: You can train to become a Security Guard.

7. Hospitality: This covers Culinary Arts, Hotel and Lodging.

8. Information Technology: IT support or Computer Technician training is available.

9. Renewable Resources and Energy: This is great for Environmental jobs, offering training in Solar Panel Installation.

10. Transportation: It comprises training for Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Truck Driver and Distribution Operations.

11. Other fields: Other offerings include Retail Sales and Service.

As for employment prospects, it can sometimes vary based on the job market and location. However, there's huge demand in trades like Healthcare, IT, and Renewable Energy. Specializing in these fields could open doors to a wealth of opportunities.

For a trade like Construction or Automotive, while they might not be as high-paying as some of the other options, these skills will always be in demand. Plus, the relative shortage of skilled workers in these fields can actually lead to great employment prospects.

Always remember that your decision should be based not just on job prospects but also on your interest and passion in a particular field. The more you like what you do, the better you'll be at it.

a year ago

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