Job Training

I want to earn more. What job training do I need?

Interested in being a physical therapist’s assistant? A firefighter? Talk to one. Ask: How did you know what you wanted to do? How did you learn? Where should I start? What training do I need?

Why Go to College or Technical School?

Community Colleges

Research the community colleges in your area and trade training programs offered. Financial aid (grants, low-interest loans, and work-study) is available to help pay tuition costs.

Career Voyages: Community Colleges

Texas Vocational and Technical Schools

Search for technical schools in Texas by trade. Financial aid (grants, low-interest loans, and work-study) may be available to help pay tuition costs.

State Licensing

In some skilled trades, helpers or apprentices work under a trained tradesman. Some of those tradesmen have a license from the state. The helper or apprentice usually does not need a license while learning.

To work at the highest levels in a trade and to earn more, an apprentice may complete on-the-job training and some number of classroom hours to get a license.  Some trades requiring a  license include Electricians, Plumbers, Real Estate Inspectors, and Well Drillers.

For state licensing information, go to Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Click on Find Texas License Information, scroll down to your selected trade and click. The Frequently Asked Question section is usually most helpful.

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