The Caldwell County Regional Career Center offers 1 of only 3 plumbing programs in the state for Technical Training Programs.
The course is taught by instructor Bill Eldridge who has over 35 years of experience in plumbing. He stresses there is a high demand for plumbers and plumber assistants with the recent increase of local buildings on top of the regular need for repairs. The program was started 5 years ago after the need was identified.
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Those students completing the course receive national accreditation.
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Eldridge explains that those taking plumbing also have to be trained in other trades so they can work in conjunction with different contractors in completing their jobs.
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Students who complete the 2 semesters of the core curriculum class will know the general aspects of plumbing.
click to download audioEldridge shared employers are waiting for students who complete the training. Workers can begin anywhere from $15 to $20 per hour and higher with union jobs.
He said this course is beneficial for anyone to take even if you were not planning on going into a career in plumbing. There are always needs around every home and with this training, you could repair issues in your own house.
click to download audioThe plumbing program currently has 46 students and is evolving as they are learning how to meet the needs of the students through technology and hands-on experience.
