Today’s youth are prescribed a formula . . . do well in high school, get a bachelor’s degree and find a high-paying job. A four-year degree is still a great option, but it’s not an option for everyone. Right now there are over 600,000 jobs that are unfilled due to a lack of qualified workers.

Training programs and community college degrees can effectively offer career-ready skills at a fraction of the cost of a four-year degree.