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Hands-on career pathways for the skilled trades. Find a trade that fits you, see the real path in, and keep a record of your training, hours and work that goes wherever you do. From your first class to your license to running your own business.

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My Path · preview

Goal: Electrical contractor

3 of 11 milestones reached

  1. 1

    Student

    Electrical fundamentals · OSHA 10

  2. 2

    ApprenticeYou are here

    5,440 of 8,000 hours

  3. 3

    Journeyman

  4. 4

    Master

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What is Wayforge?

Wayforge is a hands-on career pathway platform for the skilled trades, launching in 2027. It helps young people and career changers discover skilled careers, see the education and work-based steps it takes to get in, build a career record they own, and keep moving forward, from first exploration to apprentice, licensed pro, leader and business owner.

How it works

A trade isn't a job. It's a career with branches.

Wayforge follows your whole career, not just the job search.

  1. Explore

    Find hands-on careers that fit what you like, with real pay, training time and outlook for each one.

  2. Plan

    See the step-by-step path for your trade and state: hours, classroom training, exams and licenses.

  3. Build

    Log your hours, certifications and work in a Career Passport you own, and always know your next step.

  • Discover
  • Explore
  • Choose
  • Prepare
  • Launch
  • Build
  • Advance
  • Lead
  • Own

Requirements vary by trade and state. A Wayforge record is a personal record you control; it doesn't replace official apprenticeship or licensing records.

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Who it's for

Built for everyone who builds the trades.

Students & career explorers

Not sure what you want to do yet?

Discover hands-on careers that fit you and compare apprenticeship, trade school and college routes.

For students → Apprentices & tradespeople

Your career, on the record

Track hours, certifications and finished work, and see your next step to journeyman, master or owner.

For tradespeople → Trade businesses

Grow your next generation of talent

See people in context: what they've completed and what they're ready for next.

For employers → Schools & CTE programs

See where every student is headed

What each student has done, what's missing and the next step, from first class to career.

For schools →
Explore careers

Find a trade that fits you.

What each career involves, what it pays and how to get started. Every figure comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Why the trades

There's more than one way to build a great career.

Demand is growing, the pay is strong, and in many trades you earn while you learn. Wayforge is pro-skilled labor, not anti-college: we show the options so you can choose your own path.

Electricians
+9%

Projected U.S. job growth, 2025–2035 (much faster than average). About 72,700 openings a year, U.S. median pay $63,190.

HVAC technicians
+11%

Projected U.S. job growth, 2025–2035 (much faster than average). About 40,600 openings a year, U.S. median pay $61,010.

Plumbers
+7%

Projected U.S. job growth, 2025–2035 (much faster than average). About 42,000 openings a year, U.S. median pay $63,800.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025–2035 and Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Wayforge launches in 2027.

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Questions

Good to know.

Something else? Email hello@way-forge.com.

What is Wayforge?

Wayforge is a hands-on career pathway platform for the skilled trades. It helps people discover trade careers, see the real steps to get in, track their progress in a portable Career Passport, and connect with schools, employers and mentors.

When does Wayforge launch?

In 2027. Wayforge isn't open yet. Join the waitlist and you'll be the first to know when it opens.

What happens after I join the waitlist?

We'll email you a link to confirm your spot. After that, nothing you need to do: we'll let you know when Wayforge opens in 2027.

Is Wayforge free?

Yes, for students and tradespeople, always.

Is Wayforge a job board?

No. A job board covers one moment. Wayforge follows the whole career: discovering a trade, training, apprenticeship, licensing, advancing and owning a business.

Is Wayforge against college?

No. Wayforge is pro-skilled labor, not anti-college. Some hands-on careers start with an apprenticeship, some with trade school or community college, and some with a four-year degree. We show the options so you can choose.

What trades does Wayforge cover?

Our career guides cover 21 trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, welding, carpentry, auto and diesel repair, aircraft maintenance, line work, solar and wind, with more added all the time. Browse all careers.

Is my Wayforge record my official apprenticeship record?

No. It's a personal record that you control and can take anywhere. Your official hours and licenses still come from your program and your state licensing board.

Will Wayforge be available in my state?

That's the plan. We're growing state by state toward all 50. Join the waitlist from anywhere and tell us where you are.

I run a trade business or a school. Can I join?

Yes. Choose "Employer" or "School or program" on the waitlist form, and we'll keep you posted as we get closer to launch in 2027.

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Wayforge opens in 2027. Join the waitlist and you'll be the first to know.

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