“The construction industry is growing more than five times as fast as the average of all industries.” U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis
“Average wages for construction professionals are 16% higher than the typical worker.” U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook | 2015
“1 million new skilled workers will be needed through 2020 to support $3.5 trillion in non-residential construction spending.” Construction Labor Market Analyzer
“Post-Secondary CTE Graduates earn $1,000 more per quarter on average and are 6.7% more employable long term.” National Research Center for Career and Technical Education | January 2011
“High School CTE Graduates Earn $284 more per quarter on average and are 2% more employable long term.” National Research Center for Career and Technical Education | January 2011