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Why many in Gen Z are ditching college for training in skilled trades (www.pbs.org)
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As the average cost of college in the United States soars, more young people are being drawn to skilled trades. It’s part of a career rethink among members of Gen Z, who have been called the “toolbelt generation.”

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[–] Humana@lemmy.world 3 points 4 months ago

I think there are still opportunities for people just finishing, but that's in areas with strong unions which isn't much of America unfortunately.