Nico Bartley

Data Research Analyst specializing in trade schools, apprenticeships, and skilled-trades workforce data.

Nico supports TradeSchoolDudes.com by collecting, analyzing, and validating the data that powers our state-by-state training program listings, apprenticeship resources, wage research, and career pathway comparisons. His work focuses on translating complex education and labor data into clear, practical insights for students, parents, and career-changers exploring skilled trade careers.


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Role at TradeSchoolDudes.com

  • Researches and validates trade school and apprenticeship program data across U.S. states
  • Analyzes skilled-trades wage and labor market trends using public and industry datasets
  • Supports state-level hubs and program listings with structured, up-to-date information
  • Collaborates with editorial, development, and SEO teams to ensure accuracy and transparency
  • Helps build scalable datasets for education cost, earnings, and career pathway comparisons

Areas of Focus

  • Trade school and apprenticeship research
  • Skilled trades labor market and wage analysis
  • State-by-state education and workforce data
  • Program validation and data accuracy
  • Data structuring for content quality and SEO initiatives

Professional Background

Prior to working in workforce and education research, Nico spent several years in hands-on construction leadership roles across multifamily, commercial, educational, government, and historic projects. This field experience informs how he evaluates training pathways, program claims, and real-world outcomes—bringing a practical lens to the data used across TradeSchoolDudes.com.

Research & Editorial Standards

Nico’s research supports TradeSchoolDudes.com’s commitment to accurate, verifiable information. Program data and wage estimates are reviewed for consistency, cross-checked where possible, and updated as state requirements, training availability, and labor conditions change.

If you notice outdated or missing program information, please contact our team so we can review and verify it.