Helping You Compare Skilled Trade Career Paths

TradeCareerPath.com is built to help people understand skilled trades and compare training paths, apprenticeships, certificates, licensing requirements, and what can vary by state or employer.

Meet Brad Fishbein

Licensed Assessor | Technical Editor | Field Educator

TradeCareerPath.com was founded by Brad Fishbein , a Florida Licensed Assessor, technical editor, and hands-on industry veteran with over 15 years of real-world experience.

Brad began in residential inspections and environmental consulting, then expanded his focus to education and licensing across construction, HVAC, electrical, and welding fields.

“I started TradeCareerPath to give people what I wish I had - honest, no-nonsense advice about how to actually break into the trades.”

Why Trust Brad?

• Florida Licensed Assessor (since 2011)
• 15+ years of experience across field inspections and trades-adjacent work
• Writes, reviews, and fact-checks training and licensing guides

Brad’s work focuses on clarity and sourcing, so readers can compare options without hype or pressure.

Why TradeCareerPath Exists

There’s no shortage of confusing or promotional information online. Whether you’re researching electrician apprenticeships or welding certifications, it can be hard to tell what’s typical and what varies.

Brad created TradeCareerPath.com to solve that.

Here, you'll find:

• Training path overviews (apprenticeships, certificates, and degree options)
• Licensing and certification steps (by state and trade, where applicable)
• School comparison basics (cost, schedule, hands-on hours, and support)
• Links to official resources when available
• Plain language and clear caveats when outcomes vary

Our goal is simple: help you make an informed choice.

Explore Trade Schools

Looking for a clear way to compare programs? Our Trade School Guide covers the basics to help you evaluate options:

• Licensing steps by trade and state (when applicable)
• Comparisons of trade schools and apprenticeships
• Career outlook context and salary data (with notes on what varies)
• Exam and certification prep basics
• No upsells, just practical guidance

Got Questions?

We're here to help.

Reach out to Brad or the TradeCareerPath team.

We’ll point you to the most relevant next step for your situation.