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Living in Alaska means embracing a unique blend of breathtaking landscapes and exciting job opportunities. Over the past year, Alaska’s labor market has seen incredible growth, adding 6,000 jobs—a 1.9% increase—outpacing population growth.

With an unemployment rate in line with the national average at 4.1%, the state is buzzing with opportunities, especially for skilled trade workers. Industries like oil and gas surged by 7.7% in 2024, while construction grew 6.8%, adding over 1,100 jobs. Healthcare and transportation are also on the rise, contributing thousands of positions to Alaska’s economy.

If you’re considering a hands-on career, now is the perfect time to explore trade schools and training programs here in Alaska. With a steadily rising minimum wage that will reach $15 by 2027 and new benefits like mandatory sick leave, the future looks bright for workers ready to make their mark. Start building your career in Alaska today—your skills are needed now more than ever!

Alaska Career College - Estimated Cost: $17,498

Location: Alaska
Address: 1415 E Tudor Road, Anchorage, Alaska 99507-1033


School Details

Programs offered:

Medical & Nursing

Alaska Vocational Technical Center - Estimated Cost: $18,645

Location: Alaska
Address: PO Box 889, Seward, Alaska 99664-0889
Website: www.avtec.edu/


School Details

Programs offered:

Diesel, Construction, Culinary, Electrical, Welding, Plumber, HVAC

APC Crane Training

Location: Various
Address: Various


School Details

APC Crane training offers classroom and field training in classrooms across the country in a variety of cities. They only offer training and certification for crane operators. Courses include aerial lift, forklift, mobile crane operator, overhead crane training, rigging, and signalperson.

International Union of Operating Engineers - Estimated Cost: NA

Location: Various


School Details

With over 1,000 instructors and many locations throughout the United States and Canada, IUOE is a great choice for learning how to handle heavy duty equipment. Each location offers different types of opportunities for training and apprenticeships. Classroom instruction, simulators, and working onsite with an experienced journeyman are all parts of the training you will receive.

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