Hear what others are having to say about our programs
“Before coming to RR Trade School, I had no direction and honestly doubted myself. The HVAC program gave me confidence, hands-on experience, and instructors who actually cared. Chris Martinez, the Executive Director, believed in me even when I didn’t believe in myself. Now I’m working toward starting my career in the trades and providing for my family.”
— Marcus Johnson, HVAC Graduate
“The electrical program pushed me outside my comfort zone in the best way possible. I learned real skills, safety procedures, and how to work professionally on a team. RR Trade School helped me believe I’m capable of more.”
— Anthony Ramirez, Electrical Graduate
“Joining the NCCER Core Construction Pre-Apprenticeship program at RR Trade School gave me a real foundation for the trades. The training followed industry standards and helped me learn safety, construction basics, professionalism, and hands-on skills that prepared me for the workforce. What stood out to me was that every trade class comes with the opportunity to earn three certifications by the end of the program, which made me feel even more prepared and valuable going into my career. RR Trade School gave me direction, confidence, and a real opportunity to build a better future.”
— Isaiah Moore, NCCER Core Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Graduate
“The business class helped me understand leadership, communication, and how to think like an entrepreneur. It opened my eyes to opportunities beyond just getting a job. As a woman entering spaces that are often male-dominated, RR Trade School made me feel comfortable, respected, and empowered to succeed.”
— Sofia Martinez, Business Program Graduate
“The appliance repair training was one of the best decisions I made. I learned troubleshooting, customer service, and practical repair skills that people actually need every day. The instructors believed in us and treated us like family.”
— Daniel Kim, Appliance Repair Graduate
“What made RR Trade School different was the support. They met me where I was at and pushed me to grow. When I first walked into Chris Martinez’s office, I honestly didn’t know what direction my life was going in. Between the hands-on training and the encouragement from staff, I finally feel like I have a future and purpose.”
— Aaron Maher, Graduate Participant
The electrical program gave me more than technical skills — it gave me confidence in myself again. Before RR Trade School, I felt lost and didn’t think I was capable of building a real future. The instructors pushed me to keep going, even on days I wanted to quit. Now I look at myself differently. I finally feel proud of who I’m becoming and excited for what’s ahead.”
— Brianna Lewis, Electrical Graduate
“I originally signed up for the preventative maintenance training just trying to learn something new that could help me find steadier work. I didn’t realize how much goes into maintaining equipment and preventing problems before they happen. The hands-on training made everything easier to understand, and now I feel more confident walking into job opportunities knowing I actually have skills employers can use.”
— Robert Jenkins, Preventative Maintenance Training Graduate
“At first, I was intimidated by the electrical training because I had no experience at all. But the instructors took their time explaining everything and made the environment comfortable for learning. Learning about switches, outlets, breakers, and electrical safety gave me confidence I didn’t have before. It made me realize I’m capable of more than I thought.”
— Jasmine Carter, Electrical Safety & Maintenance Training Graduate
joined the HVAC and refrigeration training because I wanted a better future for myself, but honestly I was nervous walking in on the first day. Once we started learning hands-on with refrigeration systems and troubleshooting, everything started making more sense. The support and encouragement from the staff helped me stay motivated, and now I feel like I finally have a direction.”
— Miguel Alvarez, HVAC & Refrigeration Training Graduate
“Before taking the workplace safety training, I never realized how important OSHA, First Aid, CPR, and emergency response knowledge really are on a job site. The training made me more aware, more prepared, and more confident in handling situations safely. What I liked most was that everything felt practical and real-world, not just something from a textbook. I walked away feeling more professional and better prepared for future opportunities.”
— Andre Williams, Workplace Safety Training Graduate
“Antes de llegar a RR Trade School, trabajaba en empleos temporales y sentía que no tenía un futuro claro. El programa de electricidad me enseñó habilidades reales, disciplina y confianza en mí mismo. Ahora me siento preparado para construir una carrera estable y apoyar a mi familia.”
— Luis Mendoza, Graduado de Electricidad
“El programa de HVAC cambió mi mentalidad completamente. Aprendí no solamente sobre calefacción y aire acondicionado, sino también sobre responsabilidad y trabajo en equipo. Los instructores siempre nos motivaban a seguir adelante y creer en nuestro potencial.”
— José Ramirez, Graduado de HVAC
“Como mujer, fue muy difícil encontrar oportunidades y muchas veces sentí que nadie creía en mí. Honestamente pensé que la electricidad no era para alguien como yo.
Cuando conocí a Chris Martinez en RR Trade School, él me hizo sentir escuchada, segura y capaz. Desde el primer día creó un ambiente donde me sentí cómoda aprendiendo un oficio siendo mujer. Él no solo está creando oportunidades para la comunidad, también está haciendo la educación más accesible para nuestra gente y para personas que solo necesitan una oportunidad.
Gracias al programa de electricidad, hoy tengo más confianza en mí misma y siento que por fin tengo un futuro. Recomiendo RR Trade School a cualquier persona que piense que no puede lograr algo, porque muchas veces todo comienza con simplemente dar el primer paso.”
— Maria Gonzalez, Graduada de Electricidad