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Welcome to our Austin Trade School Blog!

Read all about the trade school programs we offer, including: Medical Assistant, HVAC-R and Electrical Technician.

We share insights on career paths, salary potentials, graduate successes as well as general news about the Austin trade school scene where high school graduates can take their post-secondary education to gain higher paying jobs and careers in exciting and expanding fields of study and employment.

9 Non-Office Jobs That Are Active and Pay Well
Office jobs may offer stability and comfort, but not everyone is cut out for a desk-bound, sedentary lifestyle. For some, the prospect of an active career that keeps them on their feet and engaged with their work is far more appealing. Luckily, there are plenty of non-office jobs out there that offer just that - and many of them pay well too...
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Guide to Becoming an HVAC Technician in Texas

Want to become an HVAC-certified technician in Texas? If you are over 18, there are a few ways to do it. First, you can become an HVAC apprentice and train under an experienced instructor until you can take the state certification exam...

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What is Career Technical Education?
Career Technical Education (CTE) is a hot topic these days. It's rapidly becoming a universal concept in primary and secondary education. CTE-based educational systems focus on providing students with education, training, and skill development to prepare them for the future...
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16 Test Taking Strategies for Better Grades
Do you find yourself worried about an upcoming test or exam? Taking tests can be difficult and stressful, especially if you have issues taking tests or are unprepared. Good test-taking skills are honed over time...
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How to Start a Career Action Plan
Want to turn your dream into a reality? How can you best avoid challenges and problems along the way? Create a solid career action plan. A career action plan is a list of...
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7 Reasons Why You Should Not Put Off Education After High School
After you finish high school, it's important to pursue "continuing education." Continuing education generally refers to postsecondary studies or courses of study followed...
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Effective Studying
Study, study, study. It's what we are told to do from that first day of school to graduation. Study for tests. Study for exams. Or study for that tricky pop quiz. Preparing to be tested helps you perform better, but...
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How Short a Time Is Too Short When Training for a Career?
Nobody wants to spend years training for a career. It doesn't matter if you're fresh out of high school, switching careers, or just getting back to work after a lengthy absence...
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Austin Trade Schools

We've all heard the old saying, "College isn't for everyone." While that may be true, it doesn't mean that you're not entitled to a fulfilling career that pays well. So...

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