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M ake A Change

Take hold of your future.

W hy Take the Plunge?

This isn’t your first time thinking about what career path is right for you. You’ve been working for some time, but you know you need a change. There’s a difference between a job that drains you and a career that lights you up with purpose. Use our resources to take your first step towards a job that you’re good at, that you find meaningful, and that pays you what you need and deserve —  without going to school for 4+ years! Here’s why you should make the switch to a skilled career:

exiting career

Increased Motivation

A sense of purpose has been found to have the greatest impact on employee motivation. Find yours, and advancing your career is a cinch.

high earning potential

Higher Earnings

Not only can you find a job that makes you happier and more satisfied, you can make more money doing it.

opportunity to grow

Better Opportunities

Companies need good candidates for their positions, and are willing to go the extra mile to help employees achieve their goals.

transferrable skills

New Challenges

Stop being bored at work and start putting your intelligence and drive and to the test in a job where every day is different.

training

Affordable Training

You don’t have time or money to waste, and you don’t have to train for and get started in a great skilled career. 

job satisfaction

Job Protection

These jobs are all but impossible to outsource overseas or automate away with robots or machines. You will always be needed.

exiting career

Increased Motivation

A sense of purpose has been found to have the greatest impact on job motivation. Find yours, and advancing your career will come naturally.

high earning potential

Higher Earnings

Not only can you find a job that better fits your interests and skills, you can make more money doing it and be happy and secure in your choice.

opportunity to grow

Better Opportunities

Companies need good candidates for their positions and are willing to go the extra mile to help employees achieve their goals.

transferrable skills

New Challenges

With the right job, work can be exciting and enjoyable. Start putting your intelligence and drive and to the test in a job where every day is different.

training

Affordable Training

You don’t have time or money to waste. Good news: starting a skilled career requires very little of either. In fact, you can often earn while you learn!

job satisfaction

Job Protection

Skilled careers are secure. These positions are not being outsourced or automated out of existence. You will always be in high demand.

T he Facts

Changing your path can seem intimidating. But doing so isn’t nearly as difficult, time-consuming, or risky as you might think!

3- 1
months

On average, it takes only months to complete the training to begin a skilled career.

1 %
of employers

81% of St. Louis employers hire less experienced employees and invest in their training.

1 %
are happy

96% of participants in a recent survey were happy with their career change.

W here Can I Go?

Chances are, you already have most of the skills necessary to begin an exciting new career in a new field. No matter which industry you choose, your next journey is just around the corner.

Healthcare career paths
Healthcare

You’re passionate about caring for others, and you’re ready to join a field that where your talents are needed and put to meaningful use.

Manufacturing Healthcare career paths
Manufacturing

You’re always creating, love to see the results of your work at the end of a day, and want to join one of the most influential sectors in the U.S. 

trades career paths
Trades

You enjoy working with your hands, are ready to master a skill that you can take pride in, and want to hit the ground running from day one.

technology career paths
Technology

You’re always innovating, take pride in staying on top of the latest trends, and want to be in an industry as cutting-edge as you are.

Not sure which path works for you?

Take our quick assessment to find out where you might fit!

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