Nexstar Expands Trades Training with Free Public Content

– Nexstar News Release

Bloomington, MN – August 6, 2025 – Nexstar Network is bringing its popular NexTech On-the-Go video training series for the skilled trades to everyone – 100% free to the public on the organization’s YouTube channel. This specific content – previously available only through a paid NexTech Academy subscription – makes high-quality trades training accessible to the entire skilled trades community, helping both Nexstar members and the industry at large.

“Founded 33 years ago this month, Nexstar’s mantra—success through education and sharing— continues today as we bring our expert instructional content to YouTube,” explained Julian Scadden, Nexstar Network President and CEO. “In the past, these 200-plus professional videos, which were created by our NexTech Academy Workforce Development Coaches and technical team, were only available to subscribers. As we work to continue to elevate our PHCE trades industry, we see these resources benefiting many technicians and install professionals, who can tap into this relevant and educational content while on a service call via their phone or device.”

Available Now on YouTube:

• Electrical – 52 professional training videos
• Plumbing – 86 real-world lessons
• HVAC – 124 expert-led videos, including content on heat pumps, boilers, and mini-splits

All videos were developed by Nexstar’s industry experts and are designed to support technician development and enhance member training programs.

Watch and Subscribe: Nexstar Network YouTube Channel

To view video content by trade, click the “Playlist” tab to view NexTech Academy – Electrical; NexTech Academy – Plumbing; and NexTech Academy – HVAC.

Additional Training Resources Include:

• Skill Labs and Training Spaces
• “Where to Begin” Series: Warranty Calls and Callbacks
• “Where to Begin” Series: Expanding the Abilities of Your Team
• “Where to Begin” Series: Workforce Growth
• NexTech Academy Q3 Webinar

For custom training support, Nexstar members are encouraged to connect with a Workforce Development Coach or email [email protected].

And, if you are not currently a Nexstar member, but curious to learn more, let’s start the conversation today!