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Plumbing I Certification at West Michigan Construction Institute

Plumbing I Certification

at West Michigan Construction Institute

West Michigan Catalog

In WMCI’s introductory plumbing training program students will learn the basics of how to launch a successful commercial plumbing career. Students in Plumbing I will also receive their CORE: Foundational Construction Skills certification; an NCCER-certified program that covers the foundational skills of the construction industry.  This course covers the concepts technicians need to safely install, test, maintain, and repair different types of pipe systems for residential, commercial, and public buildings. It also covers math, drawings, code, and other critical skills that ensure learners are set up for job success.

Leads to

$65.8k careers

Costs

$4k

Takes

10 Months
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Example Career

Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters

Assemble, install, alter, and repair pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, steam, air, or other liquids or gases. May install heating and cooling equipment and mechanical control systems. Includes sprinkler fitters.

Realistic
Conventional

Showing wage data for: Grand Rapids, MI

Entry

Median

High

Salary

Hourly Wage

$38,370

$65,790

$96,840

$18.45

$31.63

$46.56

Admissions

Note: this course fulfills educational purposes only. Classroom hours do not count towards the 6,000 hours as a registered plumbing apprentice in the practical installation of plumbing under the supervision of a licensed master plumber required to sit for the Michigan Journey Plumber exam.

Who do I Contact?

801 Century Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Quick Facts

Location:  Grand Rapids, MI

Type:  Short-term training 7+ months

Format:  In-Person

Hours:  Full-time

Age:  18 and up