Building Futures

Trade Prep

TradePrep is a new education and employment ecosystem designed to provide high school students with the resources, specialized skills, and mentorship needed to succeed in their chosen career.

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    ABOUT US

    Building Futures

    Welcome to TradePrep, where we are passionate about preparing the future generation of skilled professionals in various trade careers.

    Our goal is to provide high school students and recent graduates with unique, dynamic short courses and mentorship opportunities that unlock potential and offer the hands-on experience needed to thrive in their chosen field.

    Our Programs

    Exploring the vast, vibrant world of trades shouldn't be intimidating. It should be fun, exciting, and rewarding! Every track we offer is designed to give you the real-world skills you need to stand out. Begin your journey here.

    Why TradePrep?

    Cohort Learning: Learn alongside a group of your peers. Foster teamwork, collaboration, and friendship.

    Skilled Mentors: Get guidance from industry veterans who know the tricks of the trade.

    Short Courses: Don’t wait for years. Master skills quickly through our focused, 4-to-6 week courses.

    Practical Knowledge: Get hands-on experience that directly applies to your future career.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      Is TradePrep right for me?

      If you are 14–19 years old and more interested in work than college after high school, then yes! TradePrep offers short, lively programming that will help prepare you to choose or pursue your career.

      What inspired you to start TradePrep?

      The immediate and long-term value in meeting today’s youths where they are is substantial. Teaching teenagers and young adults practical tools and the skills that motivate them elevates them within a system that otherwise lacks what they need to succeed. TradePrep offers tailored programming, a cache of mentors and industry experts, and the self-confidence that comes with learning popular, needed skills.

      What is TradePrep’s mission?

      Our mission is to provide young learners with a road map for life-changing opportunities in a skill-based career and guidance to apprenticeships and other positions in trade fields.