News Releases

April 17, 2026

Tool Support for Trade Students: Contests, Loans, Grants, and Discounts

7 min read

Tools are one of the biggest upfront costs of a technical career. Here are multiple resource available to help you build your toolbox without breaking...

April 17, 2026

Balancing School, Work, and Family: Support Resources for Student Parents in the Trades

8 min read

Being a parent and a trade student at the same time is genuinely hard. Here’s where to find support, and how to build a family...

April 17, 2026

Housing and Transportation: Staying Stable While You’re in School

8 min read

Rent, a reliable vehicle, and a manageable commute are not luxuries – they’re the foundation that keeps you in the program. Here’s how to manage...

April 17, 2026

Scholarships, Grants, and Emergency Support: How TechForce Helps You Stay in School

7 min read

Over $6 million in need-based scholarships. One application. No repayment. Plus emergency support when life gets in the way. Here’s everything you need to know....

April 17, 2026

Find a Mentor, Be a Mentor: How Mentorship Accelerates a Technical Career

7 min read

The fastest path to advancement in any skilled trade runs through someone who has already made it. Here’s how to find a mentor, make the...

April 17, 2026

Find Your People: Building Community as a Skilled Trade Student

6 min read

The skilled trades can feel isolating – especially when you’re just starting out. Here’s why community matters, and how to find yours. Why Does Community...

April 17, 2026

Never Stop Learning: A Guide to Continuing Education for Skilled Trade Technicians

10 min read

The techs who keep learning are the techs who keep advancing. Here’s a complete guide to ASE certifications, OEM training programs, industry credentials, and free...

April 17, 2026

Think Before You Replace: Building Strong Diagnostic Skills as a New Tech

9 min read

Diagnostic ability is what separates a parts-changer from a technician. Here’s how to build a systematic approach to diagnosis that gets it right the first...

April 17, 2026

Build Smart, Not Fast: A Tool Buying Guide for New Automotive Techs

9 min read

You don’t need everything on day one. You need the right things – bought in the right order, at the right price. Here’s how to...

April 16, 2026

Know Who You’re Working For: Employer Insights for Skilled Trade Students

7 min read

Not all shops are created equal. Here’s how to evaluate employers, understand different shop cultures, and find the kind of workplace where your career can...

April 16, 2026

The Future of the Trades: Industry Trends Every Tech Needs to Know

8 min read

Electric vehicles, smart buildings, autonomous systems, and advanced materials are changing every skilled trade. Here’s what’s coming, what it means for your career, and how...

April 16, 2026

Everyone Starts Somewhere: Setting Realistic Expectations for Your First Years in the Trade

7 min read

The gap between what new techs expect and what the first year actually looks like is where a lot of careers end before they begin....

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