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Nursing & Allied Health

Nursing & Allied Health

Do you love helping people? Nursing and allied health professionals provide essential healthcare services to patients. Nurses offer direct patient care, often interacting on a personal level, while allied health professionals support physicians and nurses by playing supportive roles in prehospital care, service delivery, rehabilitation, and disease prevention. Demand is off the charts for these careers, offering job stability and satisfaction. Requiring differing levels of schooling, there’s a career path for almost anyone in nursing and allied health.

Potential nursing careers include:

- Registered Nurse (RN) & Nurse Practitioner

Potential allied health professional careers:

- Dietitians & Physiotherapists

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Manufacturing

Manufacturing

In the manufacturing sector, particularly at companies like Lockheed Martin, professionals engage in the production of aerospace and defense technologies. This involves precision manufacturing, assembly, and quality control to produce advanced and reliable products. Those interested in the cutting edge of technology and its real-world application are attracted to these specialized manufacturing careers. Advanced artisan teams use digital tools with maximum efficiency to design, build and test the aerospace and defense tech of the future.

- Manufacturing

- Engineer Production

- Supervisor Quality

- Assurance Specialist Aerospace

- Engineer

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IT & Cybersecurity

IT & Cybersecurity

IT and cybersecurity experts focus on technology infrastructure and data security. They design, implement, and maintain information systems, ensuring the integrity and protection of digital assets against cyber threats. This trade skill appeals to tech-minded, detail-oriented people who are comfortable with value evidence-based decision-making. A bachelor’s degree and further specialization is usually required.

- Network Administrator

- Cyber Defense ForensicsAnalyst/Incident Responder

- Cybersecurity Analyst

- IT Manager

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Construction & Heavy Equipment Operator

Construction & Heavy Equipment Operator

Professionals in this field operate heavy machinery and equipment on construction sites. They are responsible for tasks such as excavation, grading, and lifting heavy materials, contributing to the successful completion of construction projects. Deep inside mines excavating the precious resources that will power the future of green energy to the worksites providing much needed housing to building roads to connect us, no job is too tough for these rugged professionals.  

Potential careers include:

- Construction Equipment Operator

- Heavy Equipment Operator

- Crane Operator

- Construction Project Manager

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Welding

Welding

Welders join metals together using various techniques like arc welding and gas welding. They play a crucial role in fabricating structures, machinery, and vehicles, utilizing their skills to create strong and durable metal connections. This is an emerging field for women as more enter the wielding work force. Welding requires a measure of both creativity and practicality, making it the thinking person’s trade willing to work in diverse settings and conditions.

Potential careers include:

- Welding Inspector

- Welding Engineer

- Underwater Welder

- Metal working & sculpture

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Carpentry

Carpentry

Carpenters are skilled craftsmen who work with wood to construct, install, and repair structures. They love working with their hands in a variety of work environments. From framing buildings to crafting custom furniture, carpentry involves precision and expertise in various wood working techniques. Carpenters transform the plans on paper into real world, functional homes, structures, furniture, and more.

Potential careers include:

- Carpenter

- Finish Carpenter

- Cabinetmaker

- Construction Supervisor

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HVAC & Plumbing

HVAC & Plumbing

HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) and plumbing professionals focus on creating comfortable and efficient indoor environments. They install, repair, and maintain heating, cooling, and plumbing systems, ensuring optimal functionality and environmental conditions. HVAC professionals are key players in the green energy movement, installing heat pumps and replacing gas home heaters. HVAC and plumbing professionals often pursue apprenticeships or vocational training programs.

Potential careers include:

- HVAC Technician

- Plumbing Contractor

- Pipefitter

- Refrigeration Technician

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Electrician

Electrician

Electricians specialize in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems. They work with wiring, fixtures, and control systems, ensuring that buildings have safe and reliable electrical connections. Electricians undergo a combination of trade skills education and apprenticeship. Apprenticeships can last up to 4-5 years. The skill requires creative problem solving and attention to safety and detail.

Potential careers include:

- Journeyman Electrician

- Master Electrician

- Electrical Contractor

- Industrial Electrician

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