The Learning Continuum

There is a long lived debate as to whether it was Sir Francis Bacon or Thomas Hobbes who first said "scientia potentia est," or as we know it better in English, "knowledge is power." Either way, both were extremely learned men. If knowledge is power, then the continuation of education is the best way to further empower yourself, whether to become smarter and worldlier, or as it is more common in today's society, to get ahead in life with a better career.

Continuing education is a very open concept that means many things. Some people believe it to mean simply 'adult education' whereas others see it as mostly a term referring to non-academic trade schools. Continuing education is not limited to either of these two, but in fact includes a variety of programs and courses that are taken at the post-secondary level.

Working From the Ground Up - Apprenticeships in Plumbing and Roofing

For centuries, buildings have stood as the collective homes of the people. So it is no surprise that constructing a building requires the team effort of so many skilled tradespeople. In order to ensure that these structures endure all kinds of outside weather, while being clean and sanitary on the inside, it is crucial that those we entrust to build and maintain our buildings have the best possible training. Two of these important team players are the plumber and the roofer, and both professions benefit greatly from apprenticeship programs.

If you are interested in a career as a plumber or roofer, more is involved than just sending out a bill. Entering the plumbing or roofing trades means entering the world of providing a valuable service that keeps people safe from the elements and maintains a level of health and sanitation.