Education
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unCommon Construction teaches youth trade and life skills
High school students in New Orleans earn school credit for building houses and get their paychecks matched 50 cents on the dollar for future education.
UK youth shun degrees for skilled trades amid AI job fears.
Despite graduates earning £11,500 more annually than non-graduates, a surprising 37% of UK Gen Z workers with degrees are shifting to blue-collar and skilled trade jobs.
Delaware County Community College seeks skilled trades instructors
Delaware County Community College is pushing to bolster its skilled trades programs across four key locations, calling for instructors with a decade or more in their craft and availability for both da
Victoria ISD's CTE program builds skilled trades pipeline
During the 2025-26 school year, Victoria ISD students earned 1,184 industry-based certifications, establishing a robust pipeline for skilled trades.
Lowe's Foundation Grants $1 Million to Houston Community College
The Lowe's Foundation just awarded nearly $8 million in grants to 10 community and technical colleges, including a $1 million grant to Houston Community College.
Lowe's Foundation adds $8M to skilled trades training grants
In a single announcement, Lowe's Foundation just committed nearly $8 million to train the next generation of electricians, plumbers, and carpenters, bringing its total investment in skilled trades edu
Mentorship Programs are Key to Bridging the Skilled Trades Gap by 2026
Despite a critical shortage of skilled trades workers, 35 percent of middle and high school parents believe vocational programs are only for 'high-achieving' students, revealing a deep-seated percepti
India's CEA Urges Students Toward Skilled Trades Over MBAs
India's Chief Economic Adviser V.
Fiji vocational training: Graduates face job mismatch
Despite over 69,000 learners graduating from Fiji National University's TVET programs between 2019 and 2023, Fiji's youth unemployment hit 15.
Telangana Introduces New Construction Education for 2026
Starting in the 2026-27 academic year, Telangana's polytechnic colleges will launch new diploma programs in Semiconductor Technology, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, and Civil Engineering — Real Est
Skilled trades education is key to workforce development.
Skilled trades education is vital for workforce development, with significant public and private investment driving training initiatives to address critical shortages.
Phillies Host Skilled Trades Program for Philadelphia Students
Just last week, 50 students from Mayfair School's trades curriculum toured Citizens Bank Park, gaining firsthand insight into the vital roles skilled professionals play in maintaining a major league s
AI's surprising role in boosting skilled trades education wages
QTS, a Blackstone portfolio company, plans to increase its workforce from 10,000 to 40,000 workers by year-end, a 300% increase.
UK sees surge in skilled trades education amid AI fears
Enrollment in UK plumbing and electrical courses surged by 40% last year, according to UK colleges.
Skilled Trades Surge Overwhelms Plumbing Colleges in Canada
At Humber College in Toronto, the plumbing apprenticeship program received 3,500 applications for just 150 spots this year — a 23x oversubscription.
Vocational training is key to closing the skills gap. Are schools listening?
Over 3,300 high school students recently flocked to the YES!
Vocational training: A direct path to close the skills gap
A short certificate course at a trade school can cost as little as $3,900, according to skillcatapp .
Vocational Training Investment Key to Skilled Labor Shortage
The U.S. faces a staggering annual deficit of 1.7 million skilled-trade workers, a gap threatening to stall critical infrastructure and economic growth across multiple sectors. Annually, 2.9 million s
South Africa Opens New TVET Campus for Skilled Trades
In Mpumalanga Province, the new Gert Sibande TVET College 4IR LAB is now open, directly linking South African youth to future-ready technical skills crucial for the digital economy.
States Drive US Skilled Trades Education and Apprenticeship Growth
In 2025, Montana's Registered Apprenticeship Program hit its highest participation ever.
2026 Initiatives Expand Skilled Trades for Students, Veterans, and Women
The Gwyn Morgan and Patricia Trottier Foundation has granted $2.
Blue-collar wages surge, making degrees a riskier path for young people
Between 2019 and 2024, real hourly wages for the lowest-paid 10% of US workers jumped by 15.
Riverside School Board Launches Jill of All Trades Initiative
In Pakistan's Tharparkar region, 50 girls are now learning graphic design and embroidery, part of a global surge in initiatives aiming to equip young people with practical skills, according to The Fri
Milwaukee Tool announces Bring Back the Trades grants for 2026
Despite urgent national demand for skilled trades workers, Milwaukee Tool's new 'Bring Back the Trades' grant program, offering up to $1,500 in tool kits monthly, won't award grants until April 2026,
BC Skills event Abbotsford boosts vocational careers in skilled trades
Last year, over 5,000 students in Abbotsford attended a single event showcasing welding, carpentry, and culinary arts, far exceeding expectations for vocational career interest.
MTA NJ awards over $19k to marine tech students
Cape Tech's new Marine Maintenance program just received $5,000 worth of specialized tools and equipment, directly donated by the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey (MTA/NJ).
Lowe's Foundation Pledges $250M for Skilled Trades Technology Education
In Columbus, Georgia, a new TV docuseries sponsored by the Lowe's Foundation spotlights local craftsmen.
High Schools Launch New Skilled Trades Education Initiatives
High schools are launching new skilled trades education initiatives across North America, creating direct pathways to careers for students. These programs address a persistent demand for skilled labor, offering hands-on experience and industry-recognized certifications.
Skilled Trades Career Fair Comes to Timmins Amid Global Youth Push
The Level Up! Skilled Trades Career Fair in Timmins is the latest example of a growing global movement to attract young people into vital trades careers through hands-on events, targeted apprenticeships, and educational reforms.
New Investment Targets Skilled Trades Education as Builders Report Skills Crisis
PPG and the PPG Foundation have committed $10 million to advance skilled trades education, addressing a growing skills crisis in the construction sector. This funding aims to build a future pipeline of talent for critical roles.