Jan 6, 2021 | News and Events
Creating a plan for training is often an exercise in reverse engineering. This begins with the vision of the finished product and then slowly and methodically breaking it down to its key components. Once the vision is locked in, the true planning can begin. Case...
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Dec 23, 2020 | News and Events
Let’s face it: finding qualified technicians isn’t as easy as it once was. Most companies have realized this fact and shifted their hiring practice towards finding candidates with the right attitude. Technical skills can be trained! When NexTech Academy – Nexstar’s...
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Dec 9, 2020 | News and Events
What’s New at NexTech Academy? Since the formation of NexTech Academy, the coaches have served as subject matter experts, creating content for NexTech’s plumbing, HVAC, and electrical programs. Now that much of the content has been created, and in some cases...
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Nov 11, 2020 | News and Events
Over a year ago, our online trade school program has decided to move away from the traditional textbook look and feel. We wanted to redesign the content in our electrical program to fit employed students who are pursuing continuing education. We wanted to deliver a...
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Nov 4, 2020 | News and Events
Everyone wants a job they love. Of course, love can mean different things to different people. Some employees want challenges. Some workers look for flexible hours. Many people want long-term job security. Your list is going to suit your specific lifestyle and needs....
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Oct 28, 2020 | News and Events
Over a year ago, our online trade school program has decided to move away from the traditional textbook look and feel. We wanted to redesign the content in our HVAC program to fit employed students who are pursuing continuing education. We wanted to deliver a new and...
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Oct 21, 2020 | Vocational Training Programs, Workforce Training
Attitude shapes success. When you are a young apprentice working for an electrical, HVAC or plumbing business, behavior and mindset have a tremendous impact on your personal success and the bottom line. It is important that everyone within an organization takes...
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Oct 14, 2020 | News and Events
Over a year ago, our online trade school program decided to move away from the traditional textbook look and feel. We wanted to redesign the content in our plumbing program to fit employed students who are pursuing continued education and additional training. We...
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Oct 7, 2020 | Vocational Training Programs
Learning a skilled trade such as plumbing, HVAC, and electrical takes time. Often when we start something new the most common asked question is when will I be done? There are so many factors to consider when completing an online trade school program. Essentially, it...
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Sep 30, 2020 | Workforce Training
There are a variety of dangers inherent to the skilled trades. Of course, dangers exist with every job, but anytime you are using tools in combination with water, electricity and gases, well, the opportunity for an accident escalates. This is why it’s important for...
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