Throughout the program, participants earned industry-recognized certifications, completed hands-on training, and received career readiness support designed to prepare them for entry into registered apprenticeship opportunities across the construction industry.
Explore The Trades (ETT) received a record number of applications for this year’s grants, which the organization said demonstrates an unprecedented interest in career and technical education among students, educators, and school communities across the country.
The company has been recognized for its financial strength and its industry impact.
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The company has earned multiple industry honors within the past year, including the 2025 IACET Instructional Impact Award, a spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list and recognition among the fastest-growing private companies in the Austin area by the Austin Business Journal.