10 Highest-Paying Trades Careers That DON'T Require A Degree In 2025
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Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro
0:35 – The college degree trap everyone’s falling into
1:19 – Why the trade shortage creates a massive opportunity
2:00 – 7-figure HVAC empire secret
3:36 – Welding specialty that transforms earning potential
4:54 – Cash payment reality most don’t discuss
7:00 – Heavy equipment operator liability truth
7:36 – Plumbing business strategy for six-figure income
8:15 – HVAC seasonality hack that creates barriers
10:25 – Hidden trade with minimal training requirements
10:27 – Elevator career insiders constantly recommend
11:48 – Electrician specialization driving massive demand
14:04 – Medical imaging career explosion revealed
15:30 – Radiation therapy role paying doctor-level salaries
17:02 – Cybersecurity trade secret with explosive growth
18:28 – Renewable energy technician’s insane growth rate
18:48 – Additional high-paying trades that almost made the list
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SALARY DISCLAIMER: All income figures presented in this video are sourced from Glassdoor reports as of 2025. These represent reported salary ranges for full-time positions, which may differ from freelance, contract, or part-time opportunities discussed. Actual earnings vary significantly based on experience, location, skills, hours worked, and current market conditions. The figures presented represent potential earnings according to third-party sources, not guaranteed results.
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Sources and further readings for jobs and college degrees:
bls.gov(bureau of labor statistics)
nces.ed.gov(national center for educational statistics)
glassdoor.com
