Online Trade School
Start an online trade school that offers white-labeled courses in trades like HVAC, electrical, plumbing, medical billing, pharmacy technician, and IT help desk. Revenue comes from government workforce grants (WIOA) that pay $5,000-$15,000 per student. Buy white-label courses for $500-$1,000, brand them with your school name, and market to grant-eligible students through churches, nonprofits, and community partners. Can include VR goggles or laptops as part of the package.
Startup Budget
$5K – $25K
Difficulty
Intermediate
Business Type
Online
Location
Anywhere
Time Commitment
Full-time
Revenue Potential
$500K-$2.4M/year depending on scale and state
Skills Needed
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