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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Sep 23, 2020 | Workforce Training
One of the first questions asked when NexTech Academy is implemented in a business is, “how should this program be managed?” Taking the step into organized long term training can be intimidating, and many training leaders are unsure of the “best” way to do it. Here at...
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Sep 16, 2020 | Workforce Training
If you’re thinking of becoming an electrical, HVAC or plumbing technician, the smartest choice you can make is to seek employment with a business that belongs to the Nexstar Network. The same is true if you’re already a veteran technician searching out a new...
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Sep 9, 2020 | Workforce Training
A common misconception in the role of the training leader is the necessity of trade experience required to facilitate the NexTech Academy program in a business. Traditionally, a trainer or someone in a training role would be knowledgeable in whatever area they were...
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