Plumbing and Heating

What We Do

Want a career that’s really heating up? The Plumbing & Heating program prepares you for entry-level jobs, including a registered apprenticeship, by helping you gain basic knowledge of plumbing and hydronic heating systems, as well as earning NCCER credentials. The job opportunity outlook for both fields is strong, meaning graduates of this program are in high demand.

Opportunities

Successful students in this program have these academic opportunities available:
•     National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) – Core 
•    NCCER Plumbing 1 & 2; Hydronic Heating and Pipelayer
•     Occupational Safety & Health (OSHA) 10-hour Certification
•     300 hours credited toward the Vermont Plumbing Registered Apprenticeship Program
•     Opportunity to take the 1st and 2nd year tests of the Vermont Plumbing Registered Apprenticeship Program 
•     Ability to earn post-secondary credits and/or industry credentials while at CVCC

Career Opportunities & Typical Salaries

Plumbing, Pipe Fitters & Steam Fitters ($54,000)

Plumbing Apprenticeship Entry ($45,000)

Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration ($57,300)

Mechanic/Installer ($50,000)

Boilermaker ($62,000)

Pipelayer ($39,000)