Hi There!

[sylas]

Hello all -

I'm hoping to learn more about the trade and hopefully come up with some answers to my questions.

I have been in IT, creative and technical areas, for about thirteen years. Prior to that I was a mechanic and spent the majority of that time working on vehicles and 12V systems. I trained as an A&P but never went into the field professionally.

Currently, March of '09, my employment prospects are not too hot. I haven't worked in IT for about a year as my family and I decided to pursue a major lifestyle change and homestead off-the-grid (it didn't work out ). In early '06 I got a Class A CDL but did not drive long enough to rack up meaningful experience. My license is still good and I have a current physical but it's clear I would have to attend school again to get back into the field.

It's time for me to make a serious change in my career direction and I'm very seriously considering becoming a machinist. I'm wondering what path I would need to follow to achieve that goal? I've checked on programs at schools in state (Colorado) and there are degree and certificate programs. Everything is so up in the air with our living situation right now I'm also considering moving to attend school or work. Are there any schools that really have a leg up on others? Am I wasting my time even considering this?

If anyone reads this and can help I would sure appreciate it!