Median pay in 2018: $41,380 per year $19.89 per hour
Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Related Work Experience: None
On-the-job Training: Moderate term on-the-job-training
Job Outlook: 3% from 2018-2028.
BLD 20 - Introduction to Plumbing
Presents an introduction to the principles and practices of plumbing as related to light construction. Enables students to plan, prepare for, and install supply and waste lines, and install kitchen and bath fixtures. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week for 2 credits.
https://courses.vccs.edu/colleges/nova/courses/BLD20-Introduction%20to%20Plumbing
This is a 4-year program; the apprentice works for a wage during the day and takes academic classes 2 nights/week. The schooling is for four years with a graduation ceremony at the end.
https://www.meflow.com/about/careers/plumbing-apprenticeship
On the job training: 8,000 hrs (4yrs) and
Classroom: 576 hrs (Plumbing Levels 1-4)
Recommendation: Take our Plumbing Apprenticeship Program along with the Core Craft Skills class to satisfy your training.
Overview: https://lfccworkforce.com/courses/apprenticeship/
Apprenticeship Program: https://lfccworkforce.com/?s=Plumbing+Apprenticeship
Offered through Fairfax County Public Schools and taught at Woodson High School
Overview of program and registration: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/adult-education-academics/apprenticeship-trade-industrial
Info on Plumbing classes: https://aceclasses.fcps.edu/SubjectListing.aspx?CategoryID=10008&ProgramID=193&ProgCatgName=Apprenticeship&IsCourse=1&SubjectID=10035&AreaName=Plumbing