Non-college career pathways have a math problem

The article discusses the debate over non-college career pathways, highlighting that while some high-paying jobs like construction trades exist without a four-year degree, most non-degree occupations offer lower wages. Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows jobs such as plumbers and machinists provide middle-class salaries, but roles like home health aides, the largest non-college job, have median pay below the national average.