It used to be that employers trained new employees. Then they wanted entry-level positions to be filled by people with 3-5y experience in the role. Now they want you to pay for your own training.
Yyyep. Sadly necessary. It was impossible to tell if you misunderstood the context, were joking, didn't understand this is where America is right now, or any other thing. Sorry bud! Frustrates me, too.