Women in Trades: No Limits

Updated Dec. 2023

Fifty years ago, it was not common for women to work in trade occupations. In fact, it was not common even twenty or ten years ago. Men dominated the world of electricity, construction, heating, and even the medical industry. Fast forward to today, and there are so many more opportunities for women in the workforce. Women can be medical assistants, HVAC installers, and business owners.

At Ayers Career College, we want you to know you can train for any career you want! Interested in becoming an HVAC-R technician? Go for it! Is medical assisting or the pharmacy industry more your speed? That’s great! There are so many opportunities and benefits of pursuing any one of these careers.

The Benefits of Working in Trade Fields

• You will have a job. Choosing a career in trades means you are choosing a profession where there is a need for highly qualified workers. You are choosing a field that pays well and ever-growing area for furthering your education and expertise.
• There is a high demand for professionals in trades. Companies know graduates of Ayers Career College have a high level of quality and professionalism. We have a high value for keeping our program up-to-date, so you receive the best education in your field.
• You’re paving the way for future generations. By choosing to follow your dreams and work in trades, you are teaching the next generation of young women they can do the same. They can be whatever they want, and you are helping teach them that.

Successful Women in the Trades

Women achieving success in male-dominated industries show that hard work and dedication can break barriers. Despite challenges in pursuing these types of jobs, many women excel in these trades, inspiring others, and reforming ideas about gender roles at work. Our female students have gone on to excel in the healthcare, pharmacy, and HVAC industries. Their success proves that anyone, regardless of gender, can succeed through skill and dedication in any industry.

Networking Opportunities

Still feeling hesitant about pursuing a job in the trade world? There are many organizations out there directed towards helping tradeswomen.

ANEW is an organization providing extra training and offers assistance in finding employment as well as other services. They have been around since 1980 and are a proponent of women pursuing nontraditional careers.

Women in HVACR is another great organization filled with resources for women hoping to pursue a career in this specific field.

Tools and Tiaras is a mentoring program that challenges the stereotypes of certain jobs. Through workshops and mentor meetings, they help empower young women and make every job accessible to them.

Women in Trades Start at Ayers Career College

We are so excited about the future and specifically the future of women in trades. If you are interested in pursuing a career as a tradeswoman, we would love to chat with you. Our experienced staff and instructors are willing and able to help you get on the road to success. We also offer financial aid to those who qualify, flexible schedule class options, and job placement assistance.

For more information about our training programs, contact us today or call 1-800-317-0131.