Plumber

Program Overview:

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.

Program Content:

• Topics covered include preparing piping and components, installing pipe, valves and fittings, using soldering, brazing and welding equipment, using codes and regulations, interpreting drawings and specifications, and applying electrical concepts.
• The program includes classroom theory, demonstrations and practical hands-on training in a plumbing lab and shop setting.
• Safe work habits are important in this trade and are emphasized, practiced and reinforced throughout the program.

To view the official program outline, see: Plumber Apprenticeship Level 1

Admission Requirements:

In order to take this program you must:

• Have an employer sponsor

Interested in becoming an employer sponsor? Visit: ITA Employer Sponsor Overview

Tuition and Fees:

_{*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 and Fees for International Students:

_{*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.}

Additional Student Costs:

• CSA approved personal protective equipment (PPE)
• CSA approved hardhat, blue in colour
• Steel-toed work boots
• Safety glasses
• Coveralls
• Reference materials
• Pen, pencils, coloured pencils, etc.
• Three-ringed binders and paper (lined and unlined)
• Geometry set
• Calculator

Program Overview

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.

Program Content:

• Topics covered include using measuring and leveling tools, installing, maintaining and repairing sanitary and storm drainage systems, fixtures and appliances, hydronic heating and cooling systems, and specialized systems, such as medical gas and compressed air systems.
• The program includes classroom theory, demonstrations and practical hands-on training in a plumbing lab and shop setting.
• Safe work habits are important in this trade and are emphasized, practiced and reinforced throughout the program.

To view the official program outline, see: Plumber Apprenticeship Level 2

Admission Requirements:

In order to take this program you must have:

• Successfully completed a Foundation or Apprenticeship Level 1 program
• Have an employer sponsor

Tuition and Fees:

_{*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 and Fees for International Students:

_{*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.}

Additional Student Costs:

• CSA approved personal protective equipment (PPE)
• CSA approved hardhat, blue in colour
• Steel-toed work boots
• Safety glasses
• Coveralls
• Reference materials
• Pen, pencils, coloured pencils, etc.
• Three-ringed binders and paper (lined and unlined)
• Geometry set
• Calculator

Program Overview

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.

Program Content:

• Topics covered include installing and maintaining water supply and distribution systems as well as fixtures and appliances, installation and maintainance of specialized systems as well as natural gas and propane systems.
• The program includes classroom theory, demonstrations and practical hands-on training in a plumbing lab and shop setting.
• Safe work habits are important in this trade and are emphasized, practiced and reinforced throughout the program.

To view the official program outline, see: Plumber Apprenticeship Level 3

Admission Requirements:

In order to take this program you must have:

• Successfully completed an Apprenticeship Level 2 program
• Have an employer sponsor

Tuition and Fees:

_{*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 and Fees for International Students:

_{*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.}

Additional Student Costs:

• CSA approved personal protective equipment (PPE)
• CSA approved hardhat, blue in colour
• Steel-toed work boots
• Safety glasses
• Coveralls
• Reference materials
• Pen, pencils, coloured pencils, etc.
• Three-ringed binders and paper (lined and unlined)
• Geometry set
• Calculator
• Cloves

Apprenticeship Completion Grant (ACG)

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.