Why the Skilled Trades? Skilled trades are high-demand and high-wage careers. Career Waves 6 offers many Career and Technical Education programs that make getting the training you need easy.
High Demand Careers
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics expects faster than average growth across many areas of the skilled trades. Check out Career Waves Job Market Insights to explore all careers. Below are a few examples of skilled trades growing quickly in Louisiana.
- Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers: 4.48% growth expected over the next 10 years
- Interpreters and Translators: 24.61% growth expected over the next 10 years
- Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers: 3.81% growth over the next 10 years
- Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: 3.41% growth over the next 10 years
Higher demand for these trades will mean more job opportunities!
High wages
Salaries for the skilled trades vary based on industry and location, but it’s not unusual to earn salaries of $50K+. Check out Career Waves Job Market Insights to explore more in-depth salary data.
Veterans
It’s not uncommon for returning service members to be apprehensive about choosing a civilian career. The skilled trades offer a work environment similar to the military, such as steady and reliable pay.
