Begin a career in plumbing with this hands-on training, which prepares you for entry-level positions in the field. The program includes OSHA 30 Hour certification and uses the industry recognized National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Construction Core and Plumbing Level 1 curricula.
LaGuardia is an NCCER Accredited Training Sponsor.
Full tuition scholarships are available for eligible students. A separate application process is required. Contact program staff for more information.
COURSES
ACE Scholarship - Plumbing 1
See course schedules here: Plumbing I Training Program
The NYC Accelerated Workforce Recovery HUB offers scholarships to qualifying students in the Division of Adult and Continuing Education (ACE) who may be facing financial hardship that disrupts studies and training.
The scholarship provides full tuition assistance to help you achieve your educational and career goals. If awarded, it will cover:
100% of tuition for those earning under $35K
Course Fee without ACE Scholarship: $2496.
Eligibility:
- You must be over 18 years old.
- You must demonstrate financial need
- You must live in the tri-state area
You may receive more than one ACE Scholarship per year as long as you have not exceeded the annual or lifetime cap amount.
Instructions:
1. Select "Register/Login" and log in to your account or create a new account. Please do not create a new account if you already have one. You can reset your login credentials if you don't remember them.
2. Add the scholarship application to cart by selecting "Add to Cart."
3. elect "Checkout."
4. Answer the application questions.
5. Select "Place Order."
6. You have successfully applied for an ACE Scholarship. Do not register for the class yet. We will notify you when you can register for the class and make the payment.
Information Session: Electrical 1, Plumbing 1, & HVACR 1
Find out how you can begin or advance a career in the electrical, plumbing, and HVAC fields. Attend an Electrical 1, Plumbing 1, and HVACR 1 Information Session and learn about the curriculum, industry certifications earned after successful completion of our training programs, and potential scholarship opportunities. You will be asked to complete a virtual assessment as the first step in the application process. Attendance at an information session is required before registration.
Scholarships are available on a first come first serve basis. Information will be provided at the information session.
Plumbing 1
REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma/equivalency or related work experience
- At least 18 years of age
CAREER PROFILE
The median wage for plumbing helpers in New York City is $41,560; for plumbers it’s $76,410.
New York State Department of Labor
Register
Click here to create a profile and register for one of the Electrical 1 & Plumbing 1 Information Sessions. Once you have been accepted into the program, you will log into your account and register for Electrical 1.