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How To Get Started In Plumbing

How To Get Started In Plumbing How to get started in plumbing. Do you want to pursue a career in plumbing, but just not sure

Become A Boilermaker

Become A Boilermaker If you are interested in a career in the welding industry, become a boilermaker! The welding industry has many different career paths

Hand Tools In HVAC

Hand Tools In HVAC What tools do you need if you want to get started in the HVAC industry? There are many tools used on

Get A Job Close To Home

Get A Job Close To Home Do you want to get started in a blue collar job but also work close to home? Have you

Make 6 Figures Driving Truck

Make 6 Figures Driving Truck One blue collar trade where you can make 6 figures a year, is driving truck! This is one career/trade that

Getting Into The Lineman Trade

Getting Into The Lineman Trade If you are interested in getting into the lineman trade, there a few good things to know before getting started!

Become An IBEW Electrician

Become An IBEW Electrician Become an IBEW electrician! Getting into an IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) apprenticeship, learning & earning on the job! The

National Construction Shortage

National Construction Shortage There is a big, BIG national construction shortage. What do I mean by that? The need for workers in the construction industry…or

Body Measurements

Body Measurements You can use your body measurements to get rough accurate measurements! What do I mean by that? Do you know how tall you

Become An HVAC Tech

Become An HVAC Tech How do you become an HVAC tech? What does an HVAC technician do exactly? Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) is one

Become An Aerial Lineman

Become An Aerial Lineman What is an aerial lineman & how do you become an aerial lineman? An aerial lineman, also known as a power

Skills For Success

Skills For Success Do you ever wonder; “what skills for success I need, to help me be successful starting out in the blue collar world“?

Become A High Level Man

Become A High Level Man What does it take to become a high level man? What is considered a high level man? It doesn’t even

3 Hard Skills For Success

3 Hard Skills For Success What are 3 hard skills for success? In the blue collar world, there are a handful of hard skills you

Make 6 Figures Plumbing

Make 6 Figures Plumbing You can make 6 figures plumbing… pretty easy! In a world where every building needs water, whether that is your house

This Item Will Help You Be Successful

This Item Will Help You Be Successful 👇🏼 What little item will help you be successful in a trade? A notebook! A little notebook can

Get Into A Plumbing Apprenticeship

Getting Started As A Plumber What does it take to get into a plumbing apprenticeship in the United Associations Union? How do you get into

The Iconic American Hardhat Job

The Iconic American Hardhat Job What is it? The iconic American hardhat job often refers to construction work. Construction workers, often seen wearing hardhats for

3 Best Loop Knots For High Tension

Learn the top 3 loop knots for handling high tension situations. Master these essential knots for strength and security in your outdoor adventures.

Learn To Tie The Eye Splice

Learn To Tie The Eye Splice Learn how to tie an eye splice with our step-by-step guide. Learn the essential knots and techniques for creating

Best Trade To Make Money In 2023

Explore the top trades and industries poised for financial success in 2023. Discover lucrative opportunities and strategies for making money in the ever-evolving world of

Learn To Tie The Midline Splice

Learn to tie the midline splice. Tying a 3-strand midline splice in a rope involves creating a secure and neat connection between three strands. Here’s

Home Services Marketing

Partnering with Service Leads to Propel Your Business: A BlueCollar Edu Collaboration Are you a home service company looking to skyrocket your growth? The path

Learn To Tie These 3 Hitches

Three hitches, that are good to know! 1. Munter Hitch -A type of knot that is commonly used in rock climbing and other outdoor activities.

Learn To Tie A Crown/Back Splice!

Learn To Tie A Crown/Back Splice A crown/back splice is a knotting technique used to secure and finish the end of a rope by weaving

3 Emergency Action Steps To Save A Life!

Here are 3 emergency action steps to save a life!   1. Ensure Personal Safety: First and foremost, prioritize your own safety and the safety

Earn 6 Figures & A College Degree

Getting college credits through completing an apprenticeship involves integrating your hands-on learning experience with academic coursework. Here’s a general outline of how this process might

Are You A Veteran? Join VEEP!

Are you a veteran or current service member looking for an awesome career opportunity? VEEP is here for you! The Veteran’s Electrical Entry Program (VEEP)

How To Get Into Pipeline Welding!

Welding is a MASSIVE industry. And there is room to make TONS of money in it. Especially in pipeline welding, the opportunities are endless. It

7 Good Paying Trade Jobs For 2023!

There is no doubt about it, inside the skilled trades you can make GOOD money. But what trades in 2023 are high paying…and you wouldn’t

Who Makes More Money? Electrician VS Plumber

A plumber is a skilled tradesperson who specializes in installing, repairing and maintaining plumbing systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. This includes water supply

Learn To Tie A Running Bowline

Learn To Tie A Running Bowline What is a Running Bowline? It is a flexible knot that can tie a secure loop without compromising the

CPR/First Aid – Why Should You Get It?

CPR/First Aid certification is an important qualification that can prepare individuals to respond effectively to emergencies. Being certified as a CPR/First Aid responder means that

Basic Rigging – Sling Type & Ratings

When it comes to working in various industries that include heavy lifting, rigging it usually involved! With rigging comes responsibility. It is something to learn

Use Math To Fabricate A Cylinder Tank

Use Math To Fabricate A Cylinder Tank You can use math to fabricate a cylinder tank. Many blue collar industries require math as a basic

Learn How To Tie A Sheet Bend

A sheet bend is a type of knot that is commonly used to join two ropes of different diameters, sizes or types. It is a

Learn To Tie Bowline On A Bight

A bowline on a bight is a variation of the bowline knot that creates two loops instead of one. It is a useful knot for