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blue-collar certification programs
Coverage of blue-collar certification programs in the Nexus archive.
- Skip two years of college debt and give your family a lifetime of wealth
The article argues that attending community college or pursuing blue-collar certification programs can save families over $114,000 in debt compared to four-year universities, while also providing job security and higher wages in fields like plumbing and electrician work. It highlights the financial burden of student loans and contrasts the costs of undergraduate education ($38,000 annually) with community college ($3,890 annually).