How much can you earn?

Industry earnings potential weekly gross income in relation to education

Degree	Income
Professional Degree	$984
PhD Degree	$981
Master's Degree	$816
Skilled Journeyperson	$800
Bachelor's Degree	$641
Associate's Degree	$503
Some College	$398
Some High School	$292

Source: U.S. Department of Labor

How much will your education costs be?

• Average cost of a four-year college is about $10,000 per year
• Apprenticeship programs cost you nothing as they are paid for by the industry
• Construction Careers Center will prepare you for a construction apprenticeship program where the industry provides a scholarship of approximately $13,000 per year

How successful might you feel in the construction industry?

Below are some quotes from individuals already working in the field...

"If I knew then what I know now, I would have goteen into the apprentice program earlier. So, don't delay. Check out the apprenticeship programs."
     -Sean Grady, Apprentice Bricklayer

"Don't pass up construction. It's a great job with great pay."
     -Ryan Haefner, Journeyman Cement Mason

"Stay focused on the future. If you say you can't, you won't. You can do all things. Keep a positive, can-do attitude."
     -Patricia Haynes, Journeyman Construction Craft Laborer

"To the young people of today, I say learn your math. Concentrate on your studies and stay in school."
     -Mona Nash, Floor Installer