Looking for a blue collar skilled trade - training & certifications?
Asked by ashortkid
I'm a young adult, about two years removed from college with my business degree. I've realized that office jobs just aren't my cup of tea, and I feel like I'd be much happier in a blue collar type job. I've always enjoyed working with my hands - whether it be taking on handy man jobs around the house, landscaping, or in particular working on cars. My question is this: I'm located in central MD, and I'm looking for a relatively cheap way to receive some sort of certification in a skilled trade at nights while I continue working my current job. I don't want to be just a general laborer - I want to have some sort of verifiable skill that will remain in demand. What can I get trained for in that 6 month timeframe, and more importantly where can I get that training? My thoughts initially are electrician, welder, carpenter or plumber, but I'm open to others.

Best Answer:
I live in Maryland as well and am sure I have the right answer= Lincoln Technical Institute - www.lincolnedu.com - (410) 290-7100 But here is a full site of all trade jobs= www.trade-schools.net/locations/maryland-schools-directory.asp Here is one for Air Conditioning/Heating- www.trade-schools.net/directory/hvac-maryland.asp Just be careful with some places because they are scams. Also in Baltimore is the Workplace and Technology Center where they offer working with cars and other things- Workforce And Technology Center www.dors.state.md.us 2301 Argonne Drive Baltimore, MD 21218 (410) 554-9324 Here are some welding schools- Delta Welding & Engineering - deltaschooloftrades.com 5416 Pulaski Hwy, Baltimore, MD - (410) 485-3449 Earlbeck Gases & Technologies - www.earlbeck www.technical-schools-guide.com/maryland-weldingmachinetrades-schools.html These places are about 6-12 months training with a certificate or Associate's Degree and possible job placement. Most places specialize in small classes and individual attention. I went to the Workforce Center in Baltimore for accounting. Hope this helps!
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