So, you've decided to join a trade and pursue a blue collar career. Where do you start? HOW do you start? In this episode I tackle the union side of joining an apprenticeship, because I have experience applying and getting in. In the future I will have a segment on joining for open shop or non-union trades.…

Very off topic history of the trades and where the term "blue collar" came from. A brief history of the United Association is in there somewhere too. Don't forget to follow @thefreshapprentice on Facebook and Instagram.

I'm inviting all trades people or any body who's wanting to start a conversation to contact me at thefreshapprentice@gmail.com.

Please check out the Fresh apprentice podcast @thefreshapprentice on Instagram. This episode is literally just a conversation with myself and thoughts.

2nd year update on my UA apprenticeship and classroom bullshit.

Misconceptions , truths and descriptions of plumbing.

The downsides of working a skilled trade. Consequences as well as some solutions to those problems. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @thefreshapprentice.

You've passed your test and turned in your documents. You're first day of orientation is underway. You are about to become a skilled trades apprentice.