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Women in Skilled Trades: Closing the Workforce Gap

Training programs empower women to enter in-demand skilled trades like plumbing, electrical, HVAC

03/10/2025

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Women in Skilled Trades: Closing the Workforce Gap

Clip: 3/10/2025 | 1m 16s

Training programs empower women to enter in-demand skilled trades like plumbing, electrical, HVAC

With a growing demand for skilled workers, women are stepping up to fill critical roles in plumbing, electrical, and HVAC industries. Schools like Pennsylvania College of Technology, Johnson College, and Luzerne County Community College are launching hands-on training programs to empower women, providing mentorship and job placement support to build a more inclusive and skilled workforce.

03/10/2025

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Clip: 3/10/2025 | 9m 24s | The role of mentorship in supporting women pursuing careers in skilled trades and construction. (9m 24s)

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Clip: 3/10/2025 | 11m 19s | Exploring career paths for women in skilled trades & growing demand for construction professionals (11m 19s)

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