About College Reporter

Updated January 10, 2026 Table of Contents

College Reporter is an independent guide to career training and vocational education.
The site is designed for people exploring trade and technical programs, including recent graduates, career changers, and veterans evaluating new pathways.

If you’re still deciding, browsing a few related programs can help you compare timelines, costs, and training formats.

Its goal is to help readers understand training options, typical timelines, and common requirements, without hype or unrealistic promises.

Who We Are

College Reporter publishes educational content about trade schools, certifications, and career training across skilled trades, healthcare, business, and design.

Content is written and reviewed with an emphasis on reputable sources (for example: government data systems, accrediting bodies, and licensing boards) and plain-language explanations.

What We Offer

  • Career Guides: Step-by-step overviews for dozens of careers
  • Education Planning Tools: Program comparisons and state-by-state licensing basics
  • Career Data: Salary trends, job outlooks, and credential requirements
  • Clear, source-backed explanations: Written for readers who want to compare options

Why Trust College Reporter?

College Reporter uses official government data, licensing-board guidance, and reputable industry sources to keep content as accurate and practical as possible.

Our resources are:

  • Updated regularly to reflect state and federal changes
  • Reviewed by subject matter experts in education and career development
  • Written for clarity and transparency, not sales or promotions

Our Mission

To make career education transparent, affordable, and accessible to everyone.

The editorial approach prioritizes clear definitions, realistic ranges (time/cost), and practical next steps for comparing programs.

The College Reporter Promise

  • Guidance grounded in reputable sources
  • Tools that support program comparison and planning
  • A focus on practical, career-driven education for many backgrounds

The goal is simple: make vocational education easier to understand.

Contact Us

Have questions, feedback, or ideas for future guides?
Send a note through the contact form and the message will route to the editorial team.

Contact College Reporter

Notice an update we should make?
We strive for accuracy. Contact us here if you see incorrect or outdated info on this page.