You seem to think construction is the only option vs college. There are jobs in the auto repair industry, healthcare, public safety, etc that don't require a 4 year degrees, but may involve a 2 year degree or technical certificate from community college. 

Sometimes what a kid wants to do sounds like they should get a bachelor degree but further investigation shows they can get into the industry with a 2 year degree, and if they want to move up their employer will pay for a higher degree. My nephew did that very thing, and progressed from a draftsman to Design Manager for the entire US for his company.

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