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Rebellion Research: 25 Best Trade Schools in America in 2026 for High Paying Careers Without a Four Year Degree

Fri, 08 May 2026 15:25:00 -0400

Trade schools are becoming one of the fastest-growing alternatives to traditional college in the United States.

ACCA President and CEO Inspires Next Generation of Tradespeople in Recognition of National Skilled Trades Day

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:04:00 -0400

ACCA President and CEO Barton James marked National Skilled Trades Day by stepping into the classroom to share with children just how important the skilled trades are.

Explore The Trades and Ferguson Grow Skilled Trades Education With New Grants to 18 Schools

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:49:00 -0400

The 2026 Explore The Trades Skills Lab, Built by Ferguson equipment grant recipients were announced May 6 in celebration of National Skilled Trades Day.

Ferguson Working Toward a Goal of Connecting 50,000 Young People to Skilled Trades by 2030

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:05:00 -0400

That goal is closely connected to another long-term need: the ability to build and maintain the homes and infrastructure communities rely on.

Skillveri to Power VR Welding Competition at Bring Back the Trades Skills Expo

Wed, 06 May 2026 15:18:00 -0400

The May 19, 2026, event in South Portland gives students a platform to showcase their technical skills while competing for a prize benefiting their educational institution.

Trade School is Not a Lesser Option – U.S. News

Tue, 05 May 2026 14:20:00 -0400

Trade school is a powerful pathway into an essential part of the American economy.

Congratulations to Missy Meigs, Recipient of The Bolton Family Scholarship

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:55:00 -0400

The scholarship honors the family’s dedicated volunteer work within the communities they serve in Rhode Island.

Congratulations to Joe Robertson, Recipient of the Tyfoom Become More Scholarship

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:59:00 -0400

Tyfoom established a $5,000 scholarship to empower the next generation of leaders dedicated to improving culture, safety and engagement in the workplace.

Bring Back The Trades Awards $35,000 in Scholarships at Sold-Out Londonderry Skills Expo

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:51:00 -0400

Governor Kelly Ayotte joins hundreds of families as BBTT launches landmark Tool Grant Program and addresses $325 billion workforce gap.

SupplyHouse Announces Official Launch of SupplyHouse Foundation

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:28:00 -0400

The foundation will focus on increasing access to education, resources and opportunities for individuals pursuing careers in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work.

OPB: U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon Visits Central Oregon Schools

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:47:00 -0400

As part of a tour around the 50 states, McMahon stopped in two Crook County schools and Central Oregon Community College.

Rileigh Manuel Receives Rick and Debbie Gopffarth Mechanical Construction Endowed Scholarship

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:19:00 -0400

Congratulations to Rileigh Manuel on receiving the inaugural Rick and Debbie Gopffarth Mechanical Construction Endowed Scholarship at MCAA26 during the Awards of Excellence Breakfast on March 18.

Mikala Sposito Makes History as First Woman to Represent United States in Welding at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:46:00 -0400

The first U.S. female welding competitor demonstrates exceptional technical skill, discipline, and consistency under intense pressure.

Bring Back the Trades Launches National Grant Program With Support From Milwaukee Tool

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:14:00 -0400

The initiative will launch with professional-grade trades kits provided by Milwaukee Tool through 2026.

CECU Announces New Book on Skilled Trades, Career Education

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:51:00 -0400

The book discusses the impact of AI on the workforce, growing dissatisfaction with traditional higher education, and the role trade schools and career colleges play in expanding the pipeline to skilled workers.

AFSA Scholarship Contest Helps Next Generation

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:37:00 -0400

AFSA’s scholarship program continues to grow, educating hundreds of thousands of people and awarding over $350,000 through this contest.

ACCA Expands Children’s Book Partnership to Champion Workforce Development in the Trades

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:46:00 -0400

ACCA is proud to announce its support of The Water Came to a Stop, the debut book in author Ryan Kiscaden’s Next Up Trades Series.

AFSA, Oklahoma State University Launch Hands-On Fire Sprinkler Training in Dallas

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:14:00 -0400

Three-day program offers immersive, real-world training to help contractors and inspectors master ITM requirements under NFPA 13 and NFPA 25.

Bernzomatic Announces Investment in 50-Plus Scholarships for Future Plumbers and Contractors

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:18:00 -0400

The PHCC Educational Foundation is proud to announce Bernzomatic as the newest major sponsor for the PHCC scholarship program.

Lowe's Foundation Plans Expanded $250 Million Investment to Help Train and Develop 250,000 Tradespeople Over Next Decade

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:57:00 -0400

The industry-leading commitment and new three-part TV series focuses on ramping up career opportunities and inspiring next generation of pros.

Scholarships Awarded at MCAA26, Indiana State University Crowned Champions of MCAA Student Chapter Competition

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:15:00 -0400

Twenty-five students were recognized with JRGF scholarships totaling $110,000 at MCAA26.

Wolseley Canada Invests in Skilled Trades Atlantic Canada Student Bursaries

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:21:00 -0400

Wolseley Canada is excited to announce $15,000 in bursaries for post-secondary schools in Atlantic Canada to help offset the financial cost associated with obtaining a skilled trades education.

Exhibitor Space Sold Out for Bring Back the Trades Londonderry Skills Expo

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:29:00 -0400

Record-breaking interest from industry leaders highlights the growing movement to provide hands-on career exploration for the next generation.

Skills Ontario Supports Critical Skilled Trades Investment in the 2026 Ontario Budget

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:50:00 -0400

Skills Ontario welcomes the 2026 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario, released March 27 by the Ontario Government and Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy.

BlackRock Launches $100 Million Philanthropic Initiative to Power Next Generation of American Workers in Skilled Trades

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:29:00 -0400

As the U.S. faces historic infrastructure demands, BlackRock’s Future Builders initiative will reach 50,000 Americans with training and support to address urgent labor needs and build long-term financial security for workers.

LIXIL Releases Study on Economic Consequences of Skilled Labor Shortage in America on World Plumbing Day

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:15:00 -0400

As part of its continued commitment to advancing and supporting the plumbing profession, LIXIL will also soon launch a dedicated microsite featuring resources and tools focused on closing the skilled labor gap.

New Jersey TradeReady Pilot Program Swaps Desks for Toolbelts

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:39:00 -0400

Designed to bridge the skilled trades gap, the program swaps traditional desks for hands-on experience, allowing high school students to build skills in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing trades during the school day.

IMEC Launches NextGen Makers Internship Program to Strengthen Illinois Manufacturing Workforce

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:28:00 -0400

IMEC has launched the NextGen Makers Internship Program to help small and mid-sized Illinois manufacturers build a skilled workforce through structured, hands-on internships.

PHCC Educational Foundation Crowns Winners of the Redesigned National HVAC Apprenticeship Competition

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:17:00 -0500

Elite technicians demonstrate the advanced skills required beyond basic repair to succeed in the future of the trade.

Navien Donates to AHRI Rees Scholarship Foundation

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:36:00 -0500

The check was presented to the foundation during the AHR Expo in Las Vegas on Feb. 3, 2026, by Navien CEO TH Kim and Chief Operating Officer Darren Sheehan.