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How do we get all these manufacturing jobs filled? Should those democrats talking about free college tuition instead be focusing on ways to get more people in trade schools? That's where the greatest need seems to be.
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Many of those jobs are in manufacturing. They are skilled positions that require specialized training -- and not a bachelor's degree. Millions are opening around the country, and they're going unfilled.
Some 2.4 million manufacturing positions will remain vacant in the next decade, according to estimates by the Manufacturing Institute in Washington, D.C.
There is a place for everyone, and sometimes college isn't the place.
Part of the original "American Dream" was, if you work hard enough, you get ahead. Another part was, that education and a degree is what you need to get ahead.
Truth is, the world, well for sake of this thread, the U.S.A. needs all types.
There is a place for everyone, and sometimes college isn't the place.
Part of the original "American Dream" was, if you work hard enough, you get ahead. Another part was, that education and a degree is what you need to get ahead.
Truth is, the world, well for sake of this thread, the U.S.A. needs all types.
Then, the almighty dollar comes into play.
From there, choose your own adventure.
I couldn't agree more. Not everyone is cut out for college. Not everyone is cut out for trade school. It's good to have options.
What's stopping people from going to a trade school?
Not much really since they're more affordable. It seems it's more that too many may be overlooking trade schools in favor of college which will bring on more student loan debt for many.
College is a good thing but it seems to come down to the major you pick. I once talked to a worker at a thrift store who was a history major in college. Anyway,while chatting with him he jokingly mentioned how he had a history degree and was working at a thrift store.
College is a good thing but it seems to come down to the major you pick. I once talked to a worker at a thrift store who was a history major in college. Anyway,while chatting with him he jokingly mentioned how he had a history degree and was working at a thrift store.
Was he doing his masters while working at the thrift store?
At this stage, I'd recommend trade school. A serious shortage, and something you can easily start a small business with. You'll make money right out of the school whereas most college grads will be flipping hamburgers these days.
Was he doing his masters while working at the thrift store?
No this was an older guy. Maybe in his early 50's now. I'll assume he was just joking somewhat. He may have had other jobs through the years. It's just that other than teaching I can't think of too many professions where a college history background can be applied to.
No this was an older guy. Maybe in his early 50's now. I'll assume he was just joking somewhat. He may have had other jobs through the years. It's just that other than teaching I can't think of too many professions where a college history background can be applied to.
Um, historian? Professor? Lawyer?
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