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Gray Collar Academy offers online certifications for thriving careers in industries like Non-Destructive Testing and more—no college degree required.
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GrayCollar is the e-learning platform for high-income, hands-on careers.
Affordable, job-ready training for AI-proof, six-figure-path careers -without the burden of traditional student debt.
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Skill Over Status
Competency > Diplomas.
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Courses tied to employer demand.
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Every program maps directly to real roles.
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Liquid Penetrant Testing
- Entry-level method for surface-breaking defects.
- Level I = perform under supervision.
- Level II = interpret, evaluate, and supervise.
Magnetic Particle Testing
- Method for ferromagnetic materials, surface & near-surface defects.
- Level I = perform tests.
- Level II = advanced interpretation + supervision.
The Future of GrayCollar Careers
GrayCollar will scale beyond NDT into welding inspection, elevator repair, renewable energy, electrical substation tech, and more.
| Path | Typical Training | Early Career Pay | Experienced Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue-Collar | Apprenticeship / trade school | $40–55K | $55–80K |
| Gray-Collar | Targeted certifications (NDT, welding, energy tech) | $55–70K | $90–130K |
| White-Collar | 4-year degree+ | $55–75K | $90–150K |
Top 50 Careers
| Career Paths | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| NDT Tech | (~$65–85K) |
| Elevator Installer | (~$102K) |
| Substation Tech | (~$90K) |
| Elevator Installer | (~$102K) |
| NDT Tech | (~$65–85K) |
| Substation Tech | (~$90K) |
| Path | Typical Training | Early Career Pay | Experienced Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue-Collar | Apprenticeship / trade school | $40-55K | $55-80K |
| Gray-Collar | Targeted certifications (NDT, welding, energy tech) | $55-70K | $90-130K |
| White-Collar | 4-year degree+ | $55-75K | $90-150K |
Top 50 Careers
| Career Paths | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Elevator Installer | (~$102K) |
| NDT Tech | (~$65-85K) |
| Substation Tech | (~$90K) |
| Elevator Installer | (~$102K) |
| NDT Tech | (~$65-85K) |
| Substation Tech | (~$90K) |
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