Licensing rules, apprenticeships and training programs change at the state line. Pick your state for openings trackers, program finders and career guides written for the place you actually live.
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Washington
Licensing through Washington L&I, registered apprenticeships, and training at Washington’s community and technical colleges.
Washington Apprenticeship Openings Tracker →
Washington Apprenticeship Finder →
Washington Nursing School Application Tracker →
Washington career guides
- How to Become an Electrician in Washington
- How to Become a Plumber in Washington
- How to Become an HVAC Technician in Washington
- How to Become a Welder in Washington
- How to Become a Diesel Mechanic in Washington
- How to Become a Carpenter in Washington
- How to Become an LPN in Washington
- How to Become a Registered Nurse (RN) in Washington
- Top 25 Skilled Trades in Washington
- Washington Construction Unions Directory
Oregon
Licensing through Oregon BOLI and the CCB, plus registered apprenticeships and training programs.
Oregon Apprenticeship Openings Tracker →
Oregon Apprenticeship Finder →
Oregon career guides
- How to Become an Electrician in Oregon
- How to Become an HVAC Technician in Oregon
- Top Trades to Get Into in Oregon
California
Licensing through the CSLB and California apprenticeship standards.
California Apprenticeship Openings Tracker →
California Apprenticeship Finder →
California career guides
- How to Become an Electrician in California
- How to Become an HVAC Technician in California
- How to Become a Welder in California
- How to Become a Diesel Mechanic in California
- 25 Most In-Demand Skilled Trades in California
Michigan
Union and employer apprenticeships, community college programs and what the core trades pay across Michigan.
Michigan Apprenticeship Openings Tracker →
Michigan career guides
- How to Become an Electrician in Michigan
- How to Become a Lineworker in Michigan
- How to Become a Plumber in Michigan
- How to Become an HVAC Technician in Michigan
- How to Become a Welder in Michigan
- How to Become a Carpenter in Michigan
- How to Become a Heavy Equipment Operator in Michigan
- How to Become a Diesel Mechanic in Michigan
- How to Become an Automotive Technician in Michigan
- How to Get Your CDL in Michigan
Ontario, Canada
Ontario apprenticeships, trade schools and the highest-paying trades.
- Highest-Paying Trades in Ontario
- Top 10 Schools That Teach Skilled Trades in Ontario
- Easiest Trades to Learn in Canada
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