Trade School vs College

What is usually considered worth the financial cost according to the text?

• Attending a trade school

• Buying a new car

• Traveling abroad

• Attending college

According to the text, why do many adults with influence over high schoolers hesitate to consider trade school as an option?

• They believe it is too expensive

• They think it takes too long to complete

• They fear the stigma of not attending a four-year college

• They are unsure of the quality of education

What significant advantage of trade school is mentioned in the text?

• It offers a wider variety of courses

• It is significantly less costly than traditional college

• It has more recreational facilities

• It provides overseas study opportunities

How long can it take to learn a trade and enter a related profession according to the text?

• 18 to 24 months

• 3 to 4 years

• 5 to 6 years

• 10 to 12 years

What is a common issue faced by those hiring for certain trades, as mentioned in the text?

• There are too many applicants

• Jobs are in high demand

• Salaries are too low

• Work environments are poor

What is the average annual salary of an apprentice who completes their program according to the statistics from the U.S. government?

• $50,000

• $72,000

• $65,000

• $80,000

Which career listed requires a two-year degree and has an annual mean wage of $78,050 as of May 2020?

• Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

• Dental Hygienists

• Respiratory Therapists

• Occupational Therapy Assistants

What is the annual mean wage for Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers as mentioned in the chart?

• $86,200

• $74,410

• $67,430

• $61,100

According to the image, which statement is true about the benefits of trade school education?

• It guarantees employment for life.

• It often results in higher student debt.

• It can lead to high-paying jobs with less than four years of higher education.

• It is more expensive than a four-year college degree.

What is one advantage of learning a trade such as plumbing or electrical work, according to the text?

• It requires a four-year college degree.

• It allows individuals to start their own business.

• It offers less pay compared to jobs requiring a four-year degree.

• It is less skilled than other professions.