Opportunities in the Middle Keys start this January.

The Plumbing Apprenticeship program prepares students for advancement as a residential or commercial plumber.

Apprentices are employed full-time (PAID w/raises). Classes are FREE and on-the-job training is completed during the workday.

Graduates of the program earn state and national credentials, and are able to sit for the Florida State Licensing exam, positioning them well for a strong career in a growing job market.

Job Outlook:

The median annual wage for plumbers was $61,550 in 2023. Employment of plumbers is projected to grow six percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. Click for more information about the plumbing profession from the U.S. Bureau of Labor & Statistics.

Training & Coursework:

• Interior and exterior underground sanitary and storm sewer
• Vertical stacks, horizontal lines, and branch lines for soil, waste, and venting piping
• Water supply system: sizing of lines, selecting material to use, cross-laying out connection control, water treatment equipment
• Setting and connecting of all types of plumbing fixtures and appliances
• Safety procedures
• Care and safe use of tools, materials, and equipment

Apprentices are required to work a total of 8,004 hours On-the-Job Training (OJT) and attend 576 supplemental classroom instructional hours.  Upon successful completion of the program, the apprentice will have received a four-level certification by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) and will be issued a nationally recognized Completion of Apprenticeship certificate by the State of Florida.