"I’ve gotten three certifications – the safety certification, the steering suspension and electrical. Doing this in high school is a benefit because I don’t have to pay for classes until I get to technical school. I enjoy the hands-on work. And my instructor is always encouraging and makes the class enjoyable. Everything that he does, I just pick up so quickly."

— Edgar C.

“I was 31, doing mediocre work. What inspired me to go back was my son, Noah. Now that I know better, I would definitely encourage someone to pursue either a certificate class or a two-year degree. You don’t necessarily have to start in a four-year program to get the same skills, knowledge and salary to work in a STEM career.”

— Larsha J.

"Working in a warehouse was a job. I feel like a job is for somebody coming straight out of high school. A career is your life. I wanted to change my life. I wanted my two children to see better for me. With my diploma and my training, I see my future, and I see everything coming toward me. This is really it now."

— Rashon C.