Build A Career In Plumbing Through
Registered Apprenticeship

Florida Training Services helps apprentices gain hands-on plumbing industry experience
through Registered Apprenticeship programs that combine classroom instruction with
paid workforce training opportunities.

Plumbing Career Training

Hands-On Workforce Training Designed Around Real Plumbing Environments

Plumbing Apprenticeship programs help apprentices build practical workforce skills related to plumbing systems, piping installation, water distribution, commercial plumbing applications, troubleshooting, and safety procedures.

Florida Training Services supports apprenticeship pathways designed to combine technical classroom instruction with real workforce experience through sponsoring employers and apprenticeship partnerships across South Florida.

Programs focus on workforce readiness, technical knowledge, safety standards, and long-term career growth within the plumbing industry.

-What Plumbers Do

Training That Supports Real Plumbing Workforce Responsibilities

Plumbers help install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair water, drainage, piping, and plumbing systems used within residential, commercial, and industrial environments.

Plumbing Safety

water supply systems

fuel gas systems

service plumbing

commercial drawings

piping systems

fixture installation

drainage systems

workplace safety

Apprentices gain practical workforce experience while continuing to strengthen technical trade knowledge through classroom instruction and documented on-the-job training.

Career-Focused Apprenticeship

Continue Working While Building Plumbing Workforce Experience

Registered Apprenticeship allows apprentices to continue working within the plumbing industry while completing structured classroom instruction and workforce training requirements.

  • Apprentices benefit from:

    • paid workforce training
    • practical field experience
    • technical classroom instruction
    • long-term career development
    • industry-focused apprenticeship pathways
    • structured skill progression

-Plumbing Training Areas

Technical Instruction Built Around Industry
Standards

Plumbing Apprenticeship pathways combine classroom instruction and workforce training designed around real plumbing industry applications and safety practices.

Plumbing Safety

Training focused on workplace safety standards, equipment handling, and safe plumbing procedures.

Water Supply Systems

Instruction related to residential and commercial water distribution systems.

Fuel Gas Systems

Technical training involving gas piping systems and related safety awareness.

Service Plumbing

Workforce-focused training involving troubleshooting, maintenance, and plumbing repairs.

Commercial Drawings

Exposure to plumbing-related drawings, layouts, and blueprint interpretation.

Plumbing Code Fundamentals

Introduction to plumbing code concepts and installation practices.

Drainage Systems

Training involving waste systems, drainage layouts, and piping configurations.

Fixture Installation

Instruction related to installation methods for plumbing fixtures and related systems.

Before You Apply

Apprenticeship Requirements Built Around Workforce Participation

Plumbing Apprenticeship pathways are designed for individuals working within the plumbing industry while completing structured apprenticeship training requirements.

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must work within the plumbing industry
  • Must have a sponsoring employer or qualifying placement opportunity
  • Must be physically capable of performing plumbing-related work
  • Must be able to attend evening classes
  • Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English for workplace and safety purposes
  • Must complete classroom instruction and documented on-the-job training requirements

Additional Guidance:

Individuals with little or no plumbing experience may benefit from beginning with the Pre-Apprenticeship pathway before entering Registered Apprenticeship.

Structured Workforce Experience

Training Built Around Real Plumbing Environments

Plumbing Apprenticeship includes both classroom instruction and practical workforce experience completed through sponsoring employers and documented on-the-job training.

Program standards generally include:

  • minimum 2,000 hours per year of on-the-job training
  • minimum 144 hours per year of classroom instruction
  • workforce documentation and progress tracking
  • technical and safety-focused education

FEATURED TRAINING LOCATIONS

Apprenticeship opportunities are available through multiple South Florida training centers depending on trade availability and employer participation.

1. North Technical Education
Center

7071 Garden Road
Riviera Beach, FL 33404

2. Fort Pierce
Campus

4114 Okeechobee Road
Fort Pierce, FL 34947

Career Development Support

Training Designed Around Workforce Readiness And Safety

Training Designed Around Workforce Readiness And Safety HVAC Apprenticeship pathways support workforce readiness
through classroom instruction, technical training, and industry-recognized certification opportunities.

Florida Dept. of Education Certificate

NCCER Certification

First Aid / CPR Certification

Career Development Support

Training Designed Around Workforce Readiness And Safety

Plumbing Apprenticeship pathways support workforce readiness through classroom instruction, technical training, and industry-recognized certification opportunities.

Florida Dept. of Education Certificate
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NCCER Certification
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First Aid / CPR Certification
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-Plumbing Industry Connections

Supporting Workforce Development
Through Industry Partnerships

FTS continues working alongside workforce organizations and industry partners connected to plumbing apprenticeship and workforce development opportunities throughout South Florida.

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Ready To Get Started?

Take The Next Step Toward A Plumbing Career

Individuals interested in Plumbing Apprenticeship opportunities can contact Florida Training Services for guidance regarding eligibility, employer sponsorship, enrollment periods, and training availability.

Build Long-Term Plumbing Workforce Skills Through Apprenticeship

Florida Training Services helps apprentices gain practical plumbing experience, technical instruction, and workforce-focused training designed to support long-term career growth within the plumbing industry.