Vocational Education

7 articles

Young men and women learning and practicing carpentry, electrical, and plumbing skills in a modern, well-equipped vocational training facility.
Trades

Young workers increasingly choose skilled trades

Enrollment in vocational-focused community colleges recently surged by 16%, according to The Advocate , signaling a significant shift in post-high school aspirations among young workers.

Rick Donovan·September 20, 2026
Diverse individuals learning skilled trades like carpentry and electrical work in a well-lit, modern training facility, symbolizing workforce development.
Trades

Lowe's Foundation Invests $34 Million in Skilled Trades Training

Since 2023, the Lowe's Foundation has poured over $34 million into Gable Grants, spearheading a national effort to rebuild America's skilled trades workforce.

Rick Donovan·August 8, 2026
Diverse group of plumbers, electricians, and construction workers collaborating on a holographic blueprint, symbolizing Google's investment in skilled trades training.
Trades

Google invests $50 million in skilled trades training programs

Google, known for search and AI, has pledged $50 million to train over 300,000 plumbers, electricians, and construction workers across 20 states.

Rick Donovan·June 13, 2026
Skilled technicians performing advanced auto collision repair on a futuristic electric vehicle equipped with ADAS technology in a modern workshop.
Automotive Services

Auto Collision Training: Preparing for Evolving Vehicles

The automotive collision repair market is projected to reach $264.

Luis Ortega·May 14, 2026
High school students actively engaged in hands-on skilled trades workshops at a career expo, exploring future career paths.
Trades

Trade schools and career expos boost skilled trades education in 2026

Nearly 1,300 high school students in Milwaukee recently spent a day trying their hands at welding, bricklaying, and electrical work, a clear sign of how the next generation views skilled trades, accor

Rick Donovan·May 7, 2026
Nigerian artisans participating in a large-scale training program, learning construction skills to address national labor gaps.
Industry

Nigeria to Launch Multiple Artisan Training Programs

Nigeria will launch at least three major initiatives to train millions of construction artisans.

Ben Foster·April 17, 2026
Diverse skilled trades workers on a bustling construction site in Northwest Indiana, symbolizing the high demand for vocational careers and the region's booming job market.
Trades

Northwest Indiana Highlights Trending Skilled Trades Careers Amid Demand

Northwest Indiana faces an 'all-time high' demand for skilled trades workers, particularly in the booming construction market. This report details how vocational education and workforce development initiatives are addressing the labor shortage.

Rick Donovan·April 6, 2026