Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship

Program Description

Gain the skills you need for a high-earning, in-demand trade that is flush with possibilities. Train for a career in Plumbing at Hennepin Tech!

The Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship program at Hennepin Technical College prepares students to start a career as a plumber or pipefitter with a plumbing contractor. In this program, students learn important technical skills such as safety procedures, plumbing codes, using tools, reading blueprints, and installing plumbing systems.

Being a plumber has many benefits. It's a job with steady demand, so you'll always have work. Plus, as you gain experience, you can earn a good income. The work itself is varied and interesting, offering plenty of challenges to keep you engaged.

One of the best parts of being a plumber is the freedom it gives you. Many plumbers are self-employed, so they can set their own schedules and choose the jobs they want. Plumbers work in various positions, including master plumber, commercial plumber, and estimator. And there's something satisfying about using your hands to fix things and solve problems.

But perhaps the most rewarding part of being a plumber is knowing that you're making a difference in your community. Plumbers help keep people healthy by ensuring clean water and functioning plumbing systems. Whether it's fixing a leaky faucet or installing new pipes, plumbers play a vital role in improving people's lives.

Program Information

• Overview
• Accreditation & Affiliations
• Awards & Certifications
• Faculty

Overview

Workforce services for eligible adults are available through this program authorized by Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Click for more info!

Multi-term Registration Available!

Class Time: Daytime (Brooklyn Park), Evening (Eden Prairie)
Semester: Fall Semester
Campus: Brooklyn Park, Eden Prairie

Course Search

Skills Required

A valid and clean driving record is often required by employers to work in the Plumbing Industry. Please complete the Get Started steps to become enrolled in the program.

Wages/Outlook/Advancement

Wage and Job Outlook information for this program are available at Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED).

Articulations

For a complete list of current articulation agreements, visit the Minnesota Transfer website.

USDE Professional Licensure Disclosure

The Hennepin Technical College Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship curriculum is designed to help prepare students for entry level employment in Minnesota with an established Plumbing Contractor. The State of Minnesota requires an additional 7,000 OJT (On-the-Job) work hours to be eligible to apply for Plumbing licensure. Hennepin Technical College is unable to make a determination if the Plumbing program curriculum meets the licensing requirements for any other state or US protectorate. You will want to contact the licensing board in which state you intend to pursue licensure for their requirements. You may use the link below to see a list of each states licensing board. If you have further questions about licensure for Plumbing, please feel free to contact Jennifer McDowell, Interim Academic Dean.

For more information on state licensing boards and their contact information for Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship, please visit the PHCEID.org website.

Review date 3/27/2024

Award Name	Award Type	Location	Planning Guide	WIOA
Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship	Diploma	Brooklyn Park Eden Prairie	PDF	Yes
Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship	Certificate	Brooklyn Park Eden Prairie	PDF	Yes

Some of the General Education requirements have changed and are not reflected in the current catalog. Please schedule an appointment with your program advisor to see how this might affect you.

Ricky Lewis
Phone: 952-995-1419
Email: Rick.Lewis@HennepinTech.edu

Stephen Thornhill
Phone: 763-488-2489
Email: Stephen.Thornhill@HennepinTech.edu