--- title: Blog - Herzing Skilled Trades | Herzing Blog (3) description: Discover insights, tips, and career advice in trades. Explore training programs, industry trends, and success stories at Herzing College. (3) --- - English - Français - News / Blog - [Contact](https://www.herzing.ca/contact) - [Student Login](https://student5.campuslogin.com/(S(l5qa1i55nvojjoragnier23j))/StudentLoginDefault.aspx?OrgID=12200) [![herzing-logo@2x](https://blog.herzing.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/herzing-logo@2x.png?width=164&height=33&name=herzing-logo@2x.png "herzing-logo@2x")](https://www.herzing.ca) - [PROGRAMS](https://www.herzing.ca/programs-page/) - [ONLINE PROGRAMS](https://www.herzing.ca/online-programs/) - [CAMPUS SERVICES](https://www.herzing.ca/campus-services/admissions/) - [INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS](https://www.herzing.ca/international-students/) - [WHY HERZING](https://www.herzing.ca/why-herzing/why-choose-herzing/) - [LOCATIONS](https://www.herzing.ca/locations/) ![menu@2x](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/menu@2x.png "menu@2x") # Herzing Skilled Trades Expert advice to help you choose the right pre-apprenticeship or construction training program and succeed in your career - [Herzing College \>](https://herzing.ca) - [Blog](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades) ## [What Are Your Career Options as an Electrician?](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/what-are-your-career-options-as-an-electrician) [![Electrician students in the Herzing College workshop](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Network-cabling-program-3.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/what-are-your-career-options-as-an-electrician) Sep 24, 2024, 10:26:57 AM *Photo: Electrician students at Herzing College in Toronto* *Updated November 2025* Exactly what kinds of work or areas of specialty can you pursue as an electrician? Is there more to this trade than routine wiring installation and repairs? Absolutely. There’s a wide range of career paths open to you. It all depends on your individual strengths, preferences, and career goals. What kind of environment do you want to work in? Are you fixed on avoiding outdoor work? Are you especially interested in electronics, computers, renewable energy, or telecommunications? In this post, we're comparing electrician career paths to help you see what's out there. Here's a look at some of your top options. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/what-are-your-career-options-as-an-electrician) ## [Career Longevity in the Skilled Trades](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/career-longevity-in-skilled-trades) [![Closeup of construction worker’s hand holding blue helmet](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/career%20longevity%20in%20skilled%20trades.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/career-longevity-in-skilled-trades) Sep 3, 2024, 10:07:28 AM In the skilled trades, where the work is often physically demanding and the industry constantly evolves, career longevity can be a challenge. However, with the right strategies and mindset, tradespeople can enjoy long, successful careers that are both fulfilling and financially rewarding. Understanding how to maintain your health, stay current with industry trends, and balance work with your personal life is essential to ensuring your skills and passion stand the test of time. In this post, we provide key tips and insights on how to achieve career longevity in the skilled trades, helping you build a solid foundation for a lifetime of success. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/career-longevity-in-skilled-trades) ## [Career Opportunities in Construction Management](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/construction-management-career-opportunities) [![Construction manager sitting in office with laptop](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/careers%20in%20construction%20management.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/construction-management-career-opportunities) Jul 25, 2024, 11:37:46 AM *Updated December 2025* Construction management encompasses the technical aspects of building and maintenance along with the administrative workings of project management—such as budgeting, regulatory compliance, bidding, and managing employees. So what career paths are available? What can you expect in terms of salary or job outlook? And how can you get started? That’s what we set out to answer in this blog. Keep reading to explore various careers in construction management, learn about the job market, and get practical tips on breaking into (and advancing in) the field. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/construction-management-career-opportunities) ## [Meet Patrick: Former Chef Forges New Path in Plumbing](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-patrick-former-chef-forges-new-path-in-plumbing) [![Herzing plumbing grad Patrick Chan](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Patrick%20Chan.png)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-patrick-former-chef-forges-new-path-in-plumbing) Jul 18, 2024, 12:28:30 PM Patrick Chan had spent 15 years in the restaurant industry, working his way up to sous chef and eventually head chef. But then COVID hit and he realized he needed a different career. He’d always enjoyed being active and working with his hands, so the skilled trades seemed like a good fit. He took the leap and enrolled in the plumbing program at Herzing College. With support from college staff, he found work almost immediately after graduating, and is very much enjoying his second career. Here’s his story. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-patrick-former-chef-forges-new-path-in-plumbing) ## [HVAC vs. Plumbing: Which Trade Should You Choose?](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/hvac-vs-plumbing-career-paths) [![HVAC tech servicing outdoor unit](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/hvac%20vs%20plumbing%201.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/hvac-vs-plumbing-career-paths) Jun 13, 2024, 9:44:41 AM *Updated December 2025* So you’re interested in a rewarding career in the skilled trades, but you’re torn between the fields of heating/cooling and plumbing? HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) and plumbing both offer excellent job security, good wages, and the satisfaction of keeping people comfortable in their homes and businesses. But they also have some key differences. This guide will help you compare the key aspects of HVAC vs. plumbing: duties, skills, salaries, career options, and more. By the end, you’ll have all the information you need to choose the trade that’s best for you. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/hvac-vs-plumbing-career-paths) ## [Wolseley Canada Announces New Support for Women in Trades](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/wolseley-canada-announces-new-support-for-women-in-trades) [![Woman adjusting hard hat while kneeling near air conditioner](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/women%20in%20hvac.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/wolseley-canada-announces-new-support-for-women-in-trades) Jan 26, 2024, 9:00:00 AM Wolseley Canada, one of the country’s top wholesale distributors of plumbing and heating products, recently sponsored Herzing College’s Women in Trades event *and* announced three new scholarships. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/wolseley-canada-announces-new-support-for-women-in-trades) ## [Types of Plumbers: Career Path Opportunities and Specializations](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/types-of-plumbers-career-paths-and-specializations) [![Plumber fixing drain with adjustable wrench](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/types%20of%20plumbers.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/types-of-plumbers-career-paths-and-specializations) Jan 18, 2024, 10:51:31 AM *Updated December 2025* Many people have an image of plumbing as being about clogged drains and overflowing toilets. But that’s far from the complete picture. The truth is that the plumbing trade offers steady demand and a diverse range of career opportunities across Ontario. Want to focus on home plumbing services? Industrial steamfitting? Fire protection? You have plenty of options. In this blog, we outline various types of plumbers and plumbing specializations so you can discover the path that’s right for you. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/types-of-plumbers-career-paths-and-specializations) ## [Meet Erica: My Experience in Herzing’s Plumbing Program](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-erica-my-experience-in-herzings-plumbing-program) [![Herzing plumbing grad Erica Dingman](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Erica%20Dingman.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-erica-my-experience-in-herzings-plumbing-program) Dec 6, 2023, 9:00:00 AM As is the case for a lot of people, Erica Dingman’s career path zigged and zagged. She spent a few years dabbling in animation, customer service, and other areas, but none of them were quite right. She’d always loved taking things apart and learning how they worked, so the trades seemed like a natural fit. After overcoming a slight hesitation that she might be too old to start something new, she enrolled in the plumbing pre-apprenticeship training at Herzing College. It turned out to be a great decision. Erica was so successful that she was even asked to be a teaching assistant in the program. How did she find the whole experience? Keep reading to find out. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-erica-my-experience-in-herzings-plumbing-program) ## [Meet Kerianne: Charting a New Path in HVAC](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-kerianne-charting-a-new-path-in-hvac) [![Herzing HVAC graduate Kerianne Kerr](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Kerianne%20Kerr.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-kerianne-charting-a-new-path-in-hvac) Dec 1, 2023, 9:00:00 AM Kerianne Kerr was tired of instability. She’d bounced around in a variety of short-term jobs, but never really felt like she had a career. So when a friend of hers kept talking about the HVAC field and the need for skilled techs, she decided it was a path worth pursuing. The trades had never been on her radar. She had never touched a power tool and wasn’t used to physical labour. But the instructors and staff at Herzing College offered the training and support she needed, and Kerianne graduated from the program in September 2023. We interviewed her recently to get her thoughts on the whole experience. Read on for her story. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-kerianne-charting-a-new-path-in-hvac) ## [Meet Raechel: From IT to Theatre to the Electrical Trade](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-raechel-from-it-to-theatre-to-the-electrical-trade) [![Electrical and network cabling grad Raechel Kula](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Raechel%20Kula.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades/meet-raechel-from-it-to-theatre-to-the-electrical-trade) Aug 15, 2023, 9:22:22 AM Raechel Kula’s career path has taken some interesting turns. After several years in software testing, she went back to school for theatre training. But steady work in the entertainment industry is hard to come by, and she liked the idea of a job with more regular hours. An encounter with some electricians sparked her interest in that trade. That led her to enrol in the electrician and network cabling program at Herzing College. After graduating in September 2022, she immediately went to work full time at a small company in Toronto that installs lighting, communications, and audio-video systems in commercial and high-end residential properties. We spoke with Raechel to learn more about her experience at Herzing and how her career has unfolded. Here’s her story. 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