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Home / Parenting Teens in High School / Trade Careers

Trade Careers

The four-year college pathway is not the only road to a meaningful, well-paying career, and more high schoolers and their families are finally getting that message. Here we cover trade schools, vocational programs, apprenticeships, and the skilled trades as legitimate and rewarding alternatives to the traditional college route, with the straight talk every family deserves.

Trade Careers

No Degree, No Problem: 75 Great Careers Without College

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Trade Careers

My Son May Not Have a College Education But He Has His Dream Job

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Trade Careers

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Celebrating My Teens Achievements Outside the Classroom Was a Game Changer for Our Family

Teen Girls

Wanting My Daughter to Conform Took a Toll on Our Relationship

Trade Careers

Please Stop Asking Me Why My Kid Isn’t Going To College

Adulting

First I Was Sad That My Teens Didn’t Choose College, Now I’m Happy

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Career Advice

My Son Didn’t Go to College and He’s a Huge Success

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Trade Careers

It’s Such a Relief When Your Teen Is Excited About Their Future

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Trade Careers

My Son’s Post-High School Education Will Not Come In College Classes

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Trade Careers

The Alternative to College That Could Be a Great Fit For Your Teen

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Trade Careers

Seven Reasons Skilled Trades May Be the Best Path for Your Teen

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