Apprenticeship training is for people who are currently working in industry and who are sponsored by an employer and registered with the Industry Training Authority (ITA). Apprenticeship programs combine work-based training (typically 80-85%) and technical training (15-20%) taken in a classroom and shop setting.
The length of an apprenticeship can range from one to five years, but most require four years to complete.
Many trades, known as the Red Seal trades, have nationally recognized certification standards. The credentials of a certified tradesperson who has successfully earned a Red Seal ticket are recognized across Canada.
To work as a Plumber, you should:
Here’s how the College of the Rockies can help you to start a career in the plumber trade:
College of the Rockies offers all four levels of Plumber Apprenticeship.
Plumber Level 1 Apprenticeship
Growing construction activity in BC has resulted in an increased need for skilled plumbers in commercial, institutional and industrial builds. Plumber Apprenticeship Level 1 is your first step to becoming a Red Seal certified plumber.
This 7-week program covers the skills, knowledge and training required for Level 1 of the 4 Level Industry Training Authority (ITA) Plumber Apprenticeship Program.
In order to take this program, you must be a sponsored apprentice.
To view the official program outline, see: Plumber Apprenticeship Level 1
In order to take this program you must:
Interested in becoming an employer sponsor? Visit: ITA Employer Sponsor Overview
Tuition: | $725.97 |
Application Fee: | $30.0 |
Student Association Fee: | $16.1 |
Total | $ |
*These prices are for domestic students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.
Tuition: | $2520.0 |
Application Fee: | $100.0 |
International Fee: | $100.0 |
Student Association Fee: | $13.8 |
Total | $ |
*These prices are for international students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.
Plumber Level 2 Apprenticeship
Growing construction activity in BC has resulted in an increased need for skilled plumbers in commercial, institutional and industrial builds. Plumber Apprenticeship Level 2 is your next step to becoming a Red Seal certified plumber.
This 8-week program covers the skills, knowledge and training required for Level 2 of the 4 Level Industry Training Authority (ITA) Plumber Apprenticeship Program.
In order to take this program, you must be a sponsored Plumber apprentice that has successfully completed Level 1 technical training of Plumber Apprenticeship (harmonized) program or Level 1 technical training of Plumber Apprenticeship (non-harmonized) program PLUS Gap A training 30 hours (PLMB 199), or Piping Trades Foundation program or Plumber Foundation program.
To view the official program outline, see: Plumber Apprenticeship Level 2
In order to take this program you must have:
Tuition: | $622.26 |
Application Fee: | $30.0 |
Student Association Fee: | $13.8 |
Total | $ |
*These prices are for domestic students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.
Tuition: | $2520.0 |
Application Fee: | $100.0 |
International Fee: | $100.0 |
Student Association Fee: | $13.8 |
Total | $ |
*These prices are for international students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.
Plumber Level 3 Apprenticeship
Growing construction activity in BC has resulted in an increased need for skilled plumbers in commercial, institutional and industrial builds. Plumber Apprenticeship Level 3 is your next step to becoming a Red Seal certified plumber.
This 6-week program covers the skills, knowledge and training required for Level 3 of the 4 Level Industry Training Authority (ITA) Plumber Apprenticeship Program.
In order to take this program, you must be a sponsored apprentice who has successfully completed a Foundation or Apprenticeship Level 2 program.
To view the official program outline, see: Plumber Apprenticeship Level 3
In order to take this program you must have:
Tuition: | $622.26 |
Application Fee: | $30.0 |
Student Association Fee: | $13.8 |
Total | $ |
*These prices are for domestic students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.
Tuition: | $2520.0 |
Application Fee: | $100.0 |
International Fee: | $100.0 |
Student Association Fee: | $13.8 |
Total | $ |
*These prices are for international students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.
Plumber Level 4 Apprenticeship
Growing construction activity in BC has resulted in an increased need for skilled plumbers in commercial, institutional and industrial builds. Plumber Apprenticeship Level 4 is your next step to becoming a Red Seal certified plumber.
This 8-week program covers the skills, knowledge and training required for Level 4 of the 4 Level Industry Training Authority (ITA) Plumber Apprenticeship Program.
In order to take this program, you must be a sponsored apprentice who has successfully completed a Foundation or Apprenticeship Level 3 program.
To view the official program outline, see: Plumber Apprenticeship Level 4
In order to take this program you must have:
Tuition | $799.68 |
Application Fee: | $30.0 |
Student Association Fee: | $18.4 |
Total | $ |
*These prices are for domestic students and may not be 100% accurate. However, these estimates will give you an adequate idea of tuition and fees for our programs. These prices do not include textbook costs. All prices are subject to change. Tuition fees include an alumni fee, student activity fees, and a student technology fee. In certain cases a materials and supply fee may also be included. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.
Additional Info
When you complete your Red Seal program, you can apply for the one-time taxable cash Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG) of $2,000.00 after you have been certified in your trade. See: Grants for Apprentices registered in Red Seal Trades.
Program | Level | Starts | Ends | Length |
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*Plumber (Harmonized) | 1 | January 10, 2022 | February 25, 2022 | 7 Weeks |
*Plumber (Harmonized) | 1 | March 13, 2023 | April 28, 2023 | 7 Weeks |
*Plumber (Harmonized) GAP | 2 | August 30, 2021 | September 3, 2021 | 4 Days |
*Plumber (Harmonized) | 2 | September 7, 2021 | October 29, 2021 | 8 Weeks |
*Plumber (Harmonized) | 2 | January 9, 2023 | March 3, 2023 | 8 Weeks |
*Plumber (Harmonized) | 3 | November 1, 2021 | December 17, 2021 | 7 Weeks |
*Plumber (Harmonized) | 3 | September 6, 2022 | October 21, 2022 | 7 Weeks |
*Plumber | 4 | January 11, 2021 | March 5, 2021 | 8 Weeks |
*Plumber (Harmonized) | 4 | October 24, 2022 | December 16, 2022 | 8 Weeks |
*Projected | All dates subject to change |
Harmonization is an ITA initiative to substantively align the curriculum taught in each apprenticeship level for consistency across Canada in 30 Red Seal trade apprenticeship programs by 2020. The ITA is committed to minimizing challenges to apprentices to complete their training and are supporting training providers through the Harmonization Initiative. The ITA has considered the input of industry partners as well as training providers across the province to develop transition plans to ensure that there are options for all current apprentices to complete their apprenticeship with minimal disruption. Transition plans for each trade vary and may involve Gap Training (which refers to missing or resequencing content).
For further details on transition plans, gap training or questions related to harmonization, please visit the ITA website www.itabc.ca
Delivery Method:?
Temporarily Blended
Credential:
Apprenticeship
Categories: Industry & Trades Training, Red Seal
Interests: Work With My Hands, Start or Run Your Own Business, Not Have a Desk Job
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