Five Benefits of Online Training for Your Home Service Employees
When NexTech Academy was being planned, many people scoffed at the idea of an online vocational training program. However, the more the concept grew, the more opinions changed. After all, online training is just knowledge transferred through the internet. The internet is the tool that delivers the content and there are some big advantages compared […]
Which Type of Plumber Training is Right for You?
Today, more and more people are training to become plumbers. Plumbing is a fast-growing, rewarding industry that offers excellent benefits and salaries. Since plumbing is expected to grow 8% by 2026, the opportunities for plumbers will only increase. As the field continues to expand, now’s the perfect time to get your foot in the door […]
Your Customers Care—Why Teaching Soft Skills Prepares Technicians for Everyday Situations
A recent Harvard Graduate School of Education study concluded that jobs that require high levels of cognitive, technical, and social skills have seen the highest levels of employment and wage growth relative to other jobs. Like other skill-based learning, social skills need to be trained and practiced repeatedly. This is especially true in the residential […]
What Do You Do When The Licensing Laws Are Not On Your Side?
NexTech Academy profiles Steve Chartier, owner of Heritage PHCE on how he’s taken action to grow his own workforce using an online technical training program. The Problem Ever-changing state licensing, DOE and DOL laws have put a damper on Steve Chartier’s plan to grow his apprenticeship program. A man of action, Chartier has not taken […]
Breaking Down 7 Common Myths about HVAC Technician Jobs
If you’re considering HVAC technician training, there’s a good chance you’ve done some research and found many perspectives to consider. During that research, you’ve probably also found some persistent rumors about HVAC jobs. From misconceptions about opportunities to misunderstandings of what it takes to get the job done, there are a lot of myths about […]
Survey Data Shares Effectiveness Of Online Technical Training
NexTech Academy is an intentionally flexible vocational training program, so it’s important for us to understand how people are using it and share that information with others. As students progress from one level to the next, they are invited to complete a survey via Survey Monkey. Because students are matriculating at different times, we waited […]
Choose the HVAC Technician Training Program That’s Right for You
Residential HVAC technicians specialize in the installation, repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems in people’s homes. If you are considering a career as an HVAC technician you’ll be happy to know there is currently no shortage of demand for skilled tradespeople in this growing field. In fact, according to the Bureau […]
How Training Helps Fix Employee Retention Issues for Home Service Businesses
One of the most common dreams people have when they dream about work is being unprepared for a task. If they work as a teacher, it might mean not knowing their lesson plan. If they’re a politician, forgetting the words to a critical speech. An actor may dream of forgetting lines. Imagine if you’re a […]
More Than Just a Job: Building a Career in the Home Service Trades
If you have ever considered pursuing a career in the home service trades, there has never been a better time than right now. The need for qualified residential HVAC, plumbing and electrical technicians is increasing, providing ample opportunity for new technicians to build a promising career. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the […]
Choosing a Home Services Training Program That Works for Your Business
The benefits from consistent technical training and soft-skill training are far-reaching and should be part of your business plan if you want to attract top talent and stay competitive in the residential home service industry. Knowing this is one thing, but acting on it can present challenges. Here are five things that you should consider […]
