Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship
Plumb the depth of success and gain valuable hands-on skills and industry knowledge to kickstart your plumbing career.
The Mitchell Chuoke Jr. Plumbing Certificate is a pre-apprenticeship program and will provide individuals with the entry-level knowledge and skills to pursue an industry apprenticeship. This 80-hour program will cover residential and commercial aspects of the plumbing trade, emphasizing safety no cost to the student. The program is generously funded by the Mitchell Chuoke Jr. Endowment but does require an application. Apply to the program now.
Upon completion of the pre-apprenticeship at COM, two pathways are available for consideration for students pursuing a career in the plumbing industry. Both union and non-union plumbing apprenticeships offer a combination of classroom instruction, on-the-job training, and 4,000 hours of required field experience to sit for the Tradesman Exam with the Texas State Board of Plumbing examiners. The 80-hour pre-apprenticeship training from COM will provide an advantage for all applicants.
Program Details
Next Start Date
February 2024
Learning Format
Face to Face
Program Length
10 weeks
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409-933-8146
kharris13@com.edu
Career Insights
Occupational summary for Mitchell Chuoke Jr. Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship
15,000 Annual Job Openings
(by 2028)
19% Projected Growth
(2018-2028)
$56,326 yr Median Salary / $27.08 hr
Your Journey Begins Here
Additional Program Info
Offered at no cost to students, the Mitchell Chuoke Jr. Plumbing Certificate will collaborate with Plumbers Local Union 68 to provide individuals with the entry-level knowledge and skills to pursue an industry apprenticeship. This 80-hour program will cover residential and commercial aspects of the plumbing trade, emphasizing safety.
Program Goals
Develop foundational knowledge and skills for the plumbing industry, and ultimately equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue apprenticeships in the plumbing industry. This includes providing guidance on job search strategies, resume building, and interview preparation.
Program Outcomes
Students will have a solid understanding of plumbing principles, techniques, and best practices. They will be familiar with various plumbing systems, including water supply, drainage, and fixtures. Additionally, Students will have gained hands-on experience in plumbing installations, for residential and commercial plumbing. They will be proficient in using plumbing tools and equipment, and have the ability to troubleshoot and solve common plumbing issues.
Curricular Content
Course includes OSHA 10 industry certification, Plumbing Codes, Residential Construction Plumbing, Commercial Plumbing, Introduction to Pipefitting, Backflow Prevention, Technical Math, and Professional Workforce Preparation.
The Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship requires a program application. Mitchell Chuoke Jr. Plumbing Certificate Program Application