Editorial Policy

At gotradeschools, our goal is to give you accurate, practical guidance for skilled trades. We publish expert-reviewed, source-backed content so you can make confident decisions about licensing, training, and careers.

How We Create Content

Each article follows a clear editorial process:

  • Informed research. We rely on primary sources such as the U.S. Department of Labor, state licensing boards, trade unions, and accredited organizations including EPA, NCCER, and AWS.
  • Expert input. Guides are written or reviewed by professionals in electrical, HVAC, welding, construction, and related fields.
  • Plain language. We explain certifications, codes, and career paths in simple terms with clear next steps.
  • Source transparency. We cite official references and disclose any affiliate relationships.

Who Reviews Our Content

  • Brad Fishbein — contractor, certified mold assessor, and technical editor.

Brad’s field experience informs our licensing walkthroughs, safety checklists, and training program reviews.

Review and Update Process

We keep content current:

  • Track state licensing changes, code updates, and exam requirements
  • Monitor federal sources, including BLS, OSHA, and EPA
  • Revisit pages regularly for accuracy and clarity
  • Display a last updated date on each page

Corrections and Feedback

See an error or something out of date?
Contact our editorial team. We review reports quickly and post corrections when changes are made.

Use of AI and Automation

We use AI tools to support our workflow (formatting, SEO, draft structuring, table conversions).
Every guide is reviewed by a subject-matter expert before publication. Technology assists our editors; it does not replace them.

Independence and Ethics

gotradeschools is owned and operated by Hot Key Media LLC, an independent, privately held company. We do not accept paid articles or allow sponsors to influence our editorial decisions.

Our site may feature sponsored advertisements and lead forms for trade schools. We may also include affiliate links to products or training platforms. These partnerships help fund our free content, but they do not affect the accuracy or integrity of our information.

Your success in the trades is our priority.

Sources We Trust

Last updated: August 8th, 2025