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The current generation faces numerous challenges regarding vocational careers. Many young people report feeling dissuaded from pursuing trades because societal influences often steer them toward four-year degrees. A staggering 61% of Gen Z respondents claimed their parents never discussed vocational schooling, with only 17.7% getting any guidance on the benefits of trade careers.
As America’s educational system becomes increasingly centered on traditional college readiness, essential skills and practical training remain overlooked.