The skilled trades are currently experiencing a sort of renaissance – a reversal of a trend that had held for decades. This article explores how this occurred, the benefits those seeking careers in the trades can expect, and how manufacturers can take advantage of the current resurgence of the skilled trades. For two generations, four-year college degrees were touted as …
As manufacturing and skilled trades continue to grapple with a continuing labor shortage, a solution is drawing attention from a practice deeply rooted in history: apprenticeships. Originating from medieval times, apprenticeships involve direct, hands-on training in specialized skills, offering both theoretical and practical insights. This age-old approach is now resurfacing as a contemporary remedy to address the workforce challenges in …
