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Take the First Step to 
a High-Paying, In-Demand Job

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A stable job that pays well can give you and 
your family a much brighter future
The skilled trades, including plumbing, offer qualified workers a secure job that pays well. In fact, trained plumbers in the Triangle area can earn $22* or more to start, and the demand for skilled plumbers is likely to stay high for decades. 
We know it can be hard to get started on a new path. You need guidance from people who know the way forward. The team at the School of Skilled Trades is here to help you take the first step, and each one after that.
*Source: O*NET Online (USDOL/ETA) [Accessed 10 February 2025]
Structure and support to help you stay on track
At the School of Skilled Trades, you’ll get individualized support that you can’t find at large community colleges. 
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsYou’ll learn in small groups from plumbers with decades of on-the-job experience.
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsYou’ll get personalized feedback on your technical skills and your non-technical skills, including one-on-one resume reviews, interviewing practice, and how to conduct yourself with bosses and clients. 
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsYou’ll practice and make mistakes in the lab so you’ll be ready on day one when you start your new job.
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsYou’ll get connected to the local plumbing trade so you can meet real people at real companies that are hiring.
The leaders of the School of Skilled Trades have hired hundreds of plumbing professionals in their careers. We know what employers are looking for, so we help you stand out and get hired.
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A man in a blue shirt repairs a kitchen sink, focused on using wrenches. A woman in an orange top stands in the background, watching. A toolbox is nearby on the counter.
Short-term job training that fits into your life
You don’t have to put your real-life responsibilities on hold to train for a professional career. We’ve designed the Plumbing Technician Certificate program to fit into your life.
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsQuickly get the skills you need to get a good job.
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsPrograms take only six months.
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsKeep working while you learn. Class times are convenient, and classes are held right in the Triangle area, easily accessible, near the intersection of I-40 and SR 55.  
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsYou don’t even have to worry about bringing your own tools. A full set of new tools is part of the program. The kit is yours to keep upon graduation.
Affordable training that pays off quickly
A Plumbing Technician Certificate can help you secure high-demand jobs without a degree, making the School of Skilled Trades much more affordable than most education and training options. We also offer three ways to make training easier to afford:
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsScholarships made possible by our generous donors
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsInstallment payment plans that allow you to pay over time
School of Skilled Trades blue gear bullet pointsLearn-while-you-earn apprenticeship programs
Plus, the School of Skilled Trades is a non-profit school, so your tuition dollars go towards your education.
A young female plumber with curly hair sits on the floor, inspecting plumbing under a sink and holding a pipe wrench. Tools and a bag are scattered nearby, showcasing her dedication to getting the job done right.
Start Your Career Today

Start earning sooner than you thought possible. Step one is simple: 
fill out the form, and we’ll be in touch to help you get started. 

By submitting this form, I consent to be contacted by the School of Skilled Trades representatives and agents via email, text messages, and/or phone calls (including through automated systems or pre-recorded messages) at any phone numbers I have provided. This contact may include marketing messages and other school-related communications. I affirm that I have read and agree to the School’s Privacy Policy. I understand that providing this consent is not required to request information or enroll at the School of Skilled Trades and I can request information by calling 919.892.8989 instead. I understand that I may revoke my consent at any time. Standard text message and data rates may apply.

The School of Skilled Trades is a non-profit school, meaning we invest in helping you learn, not in making a profit. We’re licensed by the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges, so you learn valuable skills from qualified instructors with years of field experience.

Contact us to learn more about your options

Start Your Career Today

Start earning sooner than you thought possible. Step one is simple: 
fill out the form, and we’ll be in touch to help you get started. 

By submitting this form, I consent to be contacted by the School of Skilled Trades representatives and agents via email, text messages, and/or phone calls (including through automated systems or pre-recorded messages) at any phone numbers I have provided. This contact may include marketing messages and other school-related communications. I affirm that I have read and agree to the School’s Privacy Policy. I understand that providing this consent is not required to request information or enroll at the School of Skilled Trades and I can request information by calling 919.892.8989 instead. I understand that I may revoke my consent at any time. Standard text message and data rates may apply.