Supporting Skilled Trades Programs

Beyond the Wrench

Danny Corwin from Harbor Freight Tools for Schools and Jay Abitz from Freedom High School discuss why shops, dealerships, manufacturers, and other businesses need to support skilled trades programs. They also dive into the struggles schools are facing, from budget cuts to a lack of administrative support.
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About Our Guests:
Danny Corwin
Executive Director, Harbor Freight Tools for Schools
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Jay Abitz
Automotive Instructor, Freedom High School
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Sponsor:
Thermo King
About Our Host:
Jay Goninen
Co-Founder & President, WrenchWay
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WrenchWay Resources:
Technician Compensation Tool - See automotive, diesel, and collision technician compensation in your area at wrenchway.com/pay.
Technicians & Students - Looking for the best shops to work at? Check out wrenchway.com/shops.
Shops & Dealerships - Want to find quality technicians and support the industry? Learn about WrenchWay Shop Memberships.
Instructors - Need help getting resources and connecting with industry? We have free resources for your program.
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Chapters

1. Supporting Skilled Trades Programs (00:00:00)

2. About Harbor Freight Tools for Schools (00:01:39)

3. About Freedom’s Auto Program (00:05:11)

4. Policy & Admin Challenges (00:19:27)

5. Small Program Budgets (00:31:38)

6. How Industry Can Help Schools (00:41:07)