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So whether you\u2019ve just graduated high school, or you\u2019re looking […]","datePublished":"2021-07-20","dateModified":"2023-03-27","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.penncotech.edu\/author\/seo-team\/#Person","name":"SEO Team","url":"https:\/\/www.penncotech.edu\/author\/seo-team\/","identifier":15,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/25d521bea98e4070937950c92cd06d2b99615947d3d29e3682593c48f0372431?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/25d521bea98e4070937950c92cd06d2b99615947d3d29e3682593c48f0372431?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Pennco Tech","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.penncotech.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/logo-color.png","url":"https:\/\/www.penncotech.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/logo-color.png","width":397,"height":141}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.penncotech.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Choosing-Trade-School.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.penncotech.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Choosing-Trade-School.jpg","height":600,"width":900},"url":"https:\/\/www.penncotech.edu\/five-reasons-to-attend-pennco-tech\/","about":["News & Events"],"wordCount":605,"articleBody":"The beautiful thing about a trade is that anyone can do it. Many people choose to leave their careers and jobs when they feel like they\u2019ve hit a dead end. It\u2019s also the perfect opportunity for military veterans who are just returning to civilian life. So whether you\u2019ve just graduated high school, or you\u2019re looking to break away from one career into the other, a trade school is a fantastic opportunity for everyone. But not all trade schools are alike, and Pennco Tech works tirelessly to bring you the most up-to-date curriculum possible. Here are five reasons you should enroll at Pennco Tech.1. Cutting-Edge Training in High-Demand FieldsPennco Tech promises to deliver the highest quality education and hands-on lab work in eight of the core technical fields, which include:Automotive TechnologyCollision RepairDiesel TechnologyElectricianHeating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & RefrigerationMedical Assistant Pharmacy TechnicianPlumbing & Heating TechnologyIn an interview, Deborah White, our executive director of Marketing, commented regarding why we offer the courses we do. \u201cWe\u2019re grooming the next generation of essential workers in fields that will deliver long-term job security,\u201d she said.2. Decades of Real-World Experience in a YearMost people choose trade school because they don\u2019t work as well in a traditional classroom setting. Our instructors have decades of combined experience, and they\u2019re ready to pass it down to you. \u201cAt Pennco Tech, our students hit the ground running with hands-on training and gain new skill sets and experience,\u201d says White, \u201cand in contrast to traditional colleges and universities, which generally take four or more years to complete, most trade school students can complete their programs within about a year and begin earning income in their industry.\u201d3. Affordable Pricing for Every StudentIt\u2019s no secret that a traditional four-year program at any college or university is quickly rising in cost. Whether it\u2019s a state school or a private institution, prices are skyrocketing, and the jobs that you might be able to land with a four-year degree simply don\u2019t pay enough to make it a sensible investment. But, unlike a college degree, \u201cPennco Tech\u2019s affordable education enables our students to graduate with less debt,\u201d according to White. Our trade school also offers grants, financial aid packages, and scholarships that are designed to help lower the cost of tuition, making our programs accessible to those who qualify.4. We Train Highly Skilled Workers for High Paying JobsWhite also said that \u201csalary surveys reveal that skilled trade workers can earn more than entry-level college graduates, and master tradespeople can command even higher salaries.\u201d Our affordable education turns out top-tier tradespersons, and the jobs they get after graduation will pay more the longer they\u2019re in their field.5. We Support Our Alumni throughout Their CareersOur service to our students doesn\u2019t stop after graduation. Whether you\u2019ve just crossed the stage or you graduated 15 years ago, we work with all of our alumni and support them throughout their careers \u2013 something we call Pennco for Life. \u201cWhile other trade schools might offer career assistance to current or recent graduates, we\u2019re proud to provide lifetime career assistance services to any former student, and many of our alumni tap into these opportunities,\u201d adds White.For Top-Tier Training and Continued Support after Graduation, Choose Pennco TechFor decades, Pennco Tech has been giving students the skills and knowledge that set them up for a long career with opportunities at every turn. Whether you\u2019re considering our campus in Bristol, PA, or Blackwood, NJ, contact Pennco Tech for more information on our available courses."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Five Reasons to Attend Pennco Tech","item":"https:\/\/www.penncotech.edu\/five-reasons-to-attend-pennco-tech\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]