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Federal data also shows that trade school students are more likely to be employed after school than their degree-seeking counterparts — and much more likely to work in a job related to their field of study.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2024
The number of participants who reported applying to a college or trade school increased from 16% to 27% during the first year, according to a study produced by Mayors for a Guaranteed Income, a group of mayors advocating for such programs.
—Emily Opilo, Baltimore Sun, 11 Aug. 2024
The change provided more state aid to those who lack legal immigration status, attend certain trade schools, such as barber college, or have lower course loads than required for federal aid.
—Suzanne Gamboa, NBC News, 8 Aug. 2024
Candidates can advocate for nontraditional forms of education, expanding opportunities for two-year programs, apprenticeships and trade schools, which can lead to lifelong, high-paying jobs.
—Micky Horstman, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Aug. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1829, in the meaning defined above
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“Trade school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trade%20school. Accessed 25 Sep. 2024.
Kids Definition
trade school
noun
: a secondary school teaching the skilled trades
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