Apprenticeship is the new unknown calling for some!

Discussion in 'General Distance Learning Discussions' started by AsianStew, Jan 30, 2022.

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  1. AsianStew

    AsianStew Moderator Staff Member

    It's not a secret or anything, apprenticeship has been a calling for people who believe "further education" is not right for them as they're not inclined to learn within a classroom setting or they have no interest in a particular subject and wish to learn a trade. So many exist, such as automotive, baking or whatever else there is...

    I think this is a great option for youth and younger adults is to find a trade they may be interested in, if higher education isn't "right for you now" it may be later on in life, for example, you can get into the trades and take a few years off school, then continue onward by laddering up to a BA in leadership or management for that trade.

    Link: Meet a sheet-metal apprentice who says the job is his 'unknown calling.' He makes $24 an hour and can provide for his family while he learns the trade. (msn.com)
     
    AsianStew, Jan 30, 2022
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  2. Johann

    Johann Well-Known Member

    People thought that for a LONG time. Many many years. Then the "everyone must go to college" mantra took off. You've seen where THAT has gotten us. Once common sense leaves, it doesn't usually return, but I hope time proves in this case that it can return.

    And I note another good step forward, here in Canada - Women-in-Trades is becoming a real thing - same good pay, naturally. Is it happening in the US? ...Must be - here at DI, we had a lady Mod. who was a qualified welder. Maybe there's a LOT of hope, here. That'd be great!
     
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