LaGuardia Community College

Plumbing 1 Training Program
Build the skills you need for in demand jobs in the plumbing field with opportunity for wage growth.
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.

Plumbing 1 Information Sessions

Tuesdays, September 1 - October 13 (8 one-time sessions/2.5 hours)

4:30 pm – 7:00 pm FREE

Learn about our Plumbing 1 training programs and how they can help you begin or advance a career in these fields
Find out about industry certifications earned after successful completion of these programs

For more information call (718) 482-5231. To register visit https://www.laguardia.edu/ept/.
COURSES
Plumbing 1 Information Sessions
Tue 9/1/2020 9/1/2020 4:30-7:00 $ FREE A23ELP000A
Tue 9/8/2020 9/8/2020 4:30-7:00 $ FREE A23ELP000B
Tue 9/15/2020 9/15/2020 4:30-7:00 $ FREE A23ELP000C
Tue 9/22/2020 9/22/2020 4:30-7:00 $ FREE A23ELP000D
Tue 9/29/2020 9/29/2020 4:30-7:00 $ FREE A23ELP000E
Tue 10/6/2020 10/6/2020 4:30-7:00 $ FREE A23ELP000F
Tue 10/13/2020 10/13/2020 4:30-7:00 $ FREE A23ELP000G
Plumbing 1
Begin a career in the plumbing field with this hands-on training course. You will learn about construction safety; construction math; plumbing drawings; plastic, copper, cast-iron, and carbon steel pipe and fittings; plumbing fixtures; water distribution systems; and drain, waste and vent systems. The course includes OSHA 30 hour certification and uses the industry recognized National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Construction Core and Plumbing Level 1 curricula. Tuition includes cost of books and materials. Payment plan available. To be held at Queens Technical High School, 37-02 47th Avenue, Long Island City, NY. For more information call (718) 482-5231.
Mon, Wed & Thurs 10/26/2020 2/11/2021 4:30-9:30 $2239 A23PLG001A
REQUIREMENTS

Prerequisites

High school diploma/equivalency or related work experience

At least 18 years of age

Authorized to work in the U.S.
CAREER PROFILE

Potential Jobs

Potential jobs include plumber assistant, plumbing helper, apprentice and other similar positions paying $15-22/hour to start, with the possibility of on-the-job training and wage growth with demonstrated skills and commitment.

Salary

The median wage for plumbing helpers in New York City is $41,560; for plumbers it's $76,410.

Job Market Trends

Construction is projected to be the fastest growing industry in New York City from 2014-2024, with projected growth rates for employment in the plumber, plumber helper occupations between 28-35%.

New York State Department of Labor
RELATED PROGRAMS

Construction Safety Courses (Greenpoint)

Construction Management Certificate Program

Cursos de Construccion en Español

Electrical 1 Training Program

Contact Us

Workforce Development Programs

Phone

(718) 482-5231

Email

ddaza@lagcc.cuny.edu

In person

29-10 Thomson Avenue, Room C-371

Long Island City, NY 11101

Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Apply Now

Before registering, apply to the Plumbing 1 Training Program

Complete the application form. You will be invited to an information session and asked to participate in a reading assessment and interview. Upon acceptance into the program, you may register for the course.

Register

Please bring your acceptance letter to submit with your registration

Online

By phone

(718) 482-7244
with payment by MasterCard/Visa/Discover/American Express.

In person

C-Building, 29-10 Thomson Avenue, Room C223, Long Island City, NY 11101

Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Cash payments must be made at the Bursar's Office
(C-Building, Room C110)
Monday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Discounts and waivers apply to all courses except those designated ND.