There's More Than One Road to Success.
KTA introduces students to the trades as real, respected, well-paid career paths — through hands-on work, working professionals and job-site exposure.
Eight directions. One honest introduction.
Students don't have to pick one. They just need to know these paths exist — and what the work actually feels like.
Construction
Carpentry, framing, project management, site supervision.
Electrical
Residential, commercial and industrial electricians.
HVAC
Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration.
Plumbing
Service, new construction and mechanical systems.
Automotive
Technicians, service advisors, specialty shops.
Manufacturing
Machining, fabrication, quality and production.
Technology
Low voltage, networking and systems integration.
Smart Infrastructure
Building automation, energy and connected systems.
The trades deserve better marketing.
Most teenagers can name five YouTubers and zero electricians. KTA exists partly to fix that gap.
Skilled trades are hiring
Construction, electrical, HVAC and plumbing face long-term workforce shortages across Texas.
Low debt pathways
Apprenticeships and trade programs let young people earn while they learn instead of borrowing.
Strong local demand
North Dallas is one of the fastest-growing residential markets in the country.
No pressure
KTA exposes students to possibilities. Choosing a path is theirs to make later.
Teen Career Track
Get career pathway updates
We'll share guest instructor sessions, employer visits and Teen Trades cohort dates with our interest list first.
A badge should lead somewhere.
Each pathway pairs with Texas career tools — what the work looks like, what training it takes and what it pays — so the Passport becomes career discovery, not just points.
Students pick a lifestyle, see what it costs, and learn what careers actually pay for it.
Texas Career CheckExplore occupations by interest, education level, pay and Texas labor-market demand.
Texas Workforce CommissionState career-exploration, training and workforce resources for students and families.
Give them something real to finish.
Founding families get early access to class registration, camps, special events and opening offers — before we open the doors to everyone else.