<ul><li>More than two-thirds of high schoolers enrolled in skilled trades programs face challenges when trying to access critical training.</li><li>Barriers include being placed on waitlists for training, cost of trade school, availability of networking opportunities, and access to equipment and tools needed for training.</li><li>Gen Z students consider work-life balance, a caring boss, and a clear path to advancement as important for their future job.</li><li>To attract and retain Gen Z workers, the industry needs to meet their expectations, provide flexible work hours, job stability, overtime pay, and address potential discrimination.</li></ul>

Gen Z workers want to pursue skilled trades but face barriers

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