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You Choose Your Future
Want a fulfilling career that offers high pay and high growth opportunities, job security and a multitude of career pathways that don’t require a four-year degree? The future is in your hands when you build a career in the skilled trades.
Opportunities
For Students
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For Parents
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For Educators
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Who We Are
Driven to Grow
Our Future Workforce
We’re looking for the next generation of skilled trade professionals! By 2028, there will be 3 million skilled trade roles that need to be filled. This means there’s a world of opportunity for young people to build meaningful careers and a better future in the construction industry.
College is NOT the only path to success! The skilled trades could be your path to a rewarding career offering job security, lucrative pay, and a lifetime of opportunities without a mountain of student debt.
Learn about the roles that make as much or more than college grads
Explore training, opportunities and connect with local employers
Most Grads Pay
Around $127K for
A College Degree
The average cost of attending trade school is $5-$15K total and many trade professionals learn on the job or through apprenticeships without attending trade school. (Midwest Technical Institute)
Opportunities and Resources
Start Your Journey
Build a Career with Confidence
Construction Career Day
Local students get a first-hand look at opportunities with local employers
Career Exploration
What trade suits you? Discover a career path you love in the skilled trades.
Scholarships
Students in York County, PA can apply for trade, tool, and traditional scholarships.
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Upcoming Events
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Construction Career Days
YBA Workforce NOW Construction Career Days bring together local high schools, students, and employers in the construction trades. Host companies introduce students to the scope of work they do, often provide hands-on activities or demonstrations, and opportunities to...
Workforce NOW 9-Hole Golf Fundraiser
Join us on Friday, May 10, for a day on the course at Bridgewater Golf Club. We have scheduled two tee times to choose from for the day, with lunch, beverages, and carts included in your fee. Single Golfers - $100 | Foursome - $400 REGISTRATION LINKS Registration...
2024 Building Trades Career Fair
Please join us for the 3rd Annual YBA Workforce NOW Building Trades Career Fair. The YBA Workforce NOW Foundation is hosting a career fair for high school students on November 6, 2024, at the Wyndham Garden York from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. This event will showcase the...
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YBA Workforce NOW® Foundation Names Melissa Longenberger As Executive Director
The YBA Workforce NOW Foundation, a York County-based nonprofit launched earlier this year and focused on developing the next generation of skilled trade professionals, has named Melissa Longenberger as Executive Director as of January 1, 2023.
PA Department of Labor & Industry Awards $250,000 Grant to York County Building Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Schools-to-Work Program recently awarded a $250,000 grant to partner host organizations YBA Workforce NOW® Foundation and the York County Alliance for Learning (YCAL) for their Building Trades Pre-Apprenticeship Program.