Apprentice

Bernzomatic Announces Investment in 50-Plus Scholarships for Future Plumbers and Contractors

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:18:00 -0400

The PHCC Educational Foundation is proud to announce Bernzomatic as the newest major sponsor for the PHCC scholarship program.

Lowe's Foundation Plans Expanded $250 Million Investment to Help Train and Develop 250,000 Tradespeople Over Next Decade

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:57:00 -0400

The industry-leading commitment and new three-part TV series focuses on ramping up career opportunities and inspiring next generation of pros.

PHCC Educational Foundation Crowns Winners of the Redesigned National HVAC Apprenticeship Competition

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:17:00 -0500

Elite technicians demonstrate the advanced skills required beyond basic repair to succeed in the future of the trade.

PHCC Educational Foundation Launches Courses to Support Essential Skills Development and Drive Business Growth

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:53:00 -0500

The new offerings focus on enhancing communication skills and sales training needed to build high-performing individuals and improve a company’s bottom line.

PHCC Foundation Expands 2026 Scholarship Program to Support Trades Training

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:52:00 -0500

The PHCC Educational Foundation is increasing its scholarship awards in 2026, committing $180,000 across 75 scholarships to help plumbing and HVACR apprentices and students overcome the cost of technical training.

Storer Services Wins 2025 Best Idea Challenge

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:20:00 -0500

Synergy Solution Group is proud to announce Storer Services as the winner of its 2025 Best Idea Challenge, presented during the Executives Forum in Carmel, California.

Roger Williams University Receives $150,000 Grant from Hayden Foundation to Continue Trades Education Scholarship Program

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:15:00 -0500

The Don P. and Elaine M. Hayden scholarships help address Rhode Island’s critical labor shortage by providing financial support for students enrolled in RWU’s trades programs.

AFSA Celebrates Convention, Exhibition, and Apprentice Competition in Washington, D.C.

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:25:00 -0500

Washington, D.C., set the stage for AFSA44, the American Fire Sprinkler Association’s annual Convention, Exhibition, and Apprentice Competition, Oct. 15–18.

PHCC Names Valerie Butler 2025 Plumbing Apprentice of the Year

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:41:00 -0500

Already excelling in the plumbing profession while still learning, Valerie Butler was honored recently as the PHCC 2025 Plumbing Apprentice of the Year.

PHCC Honors Jantzen Fisher HVAC Apprentice of the Year

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:05:00 -0500

Demonstrating exceptional technical skills, leadership, and a passion for the HVAC profession, Jantzen Fisher of South Dakota has been named the 2025 HVAC Apprentice of the Year.

PHCC Names Cody Schroeder 2025 Plumbing Instructor of the Year

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:36:00 -0500

The award – sponsored by PHCC Corporate Partner Milwaukee Tool – was presented at PHCC CONNECT 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

PHCC Educational Foundation Congratulates Its 2025 National Plumbing Apprentice Contest Winners

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:36:00 -0400

The PHCC Educational Foundation is proud to announce the winners of its national plumbing apprentice contest.

Dive Brief: California Greenlights $25M for Apprenticeship Programs

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:24:00 -0400

Through the Employment Training Panel, the cash targets 88 apprenticeship programs and 22,208 workers, many in construction.

Labor Department Renews OSHA Consultation with Upper Bucks County Tech School to Advance Young Worker Safety

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:33:57 -0400

Under the renewed five-year agreement, the alliance will develop curricula addressing a range of topics, including hazards in the construction industry.

Hartsfield-Jackson to Hold First Welding Apprenticeship Graduation

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 12:34:00 -0400

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will celebrate its first welding apprentices graduation (Cohort 1), Friday, July 25, 2025.

PHCC CONNECT 2025 to Feature Product & Technology Showcase, Learning Labs and Podcast Pods

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:12:00 -0400

PHCC invites plumbing and HVAC professionals to experience the future of the industry at CONNECT 2025, Oct. 27–30, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Applications Now Available for PHCC Educational Foundation 2025 Scholarship Program

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 10:56:00 -0500

Over $150,000 in PHCC scholarship opportunities are available.

UA VIP Graduate Achieves Journeyman Status, Opens Side Business

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 14:10:00 -0500

Lanham also utilized the skills he acquired from Camp Lejeune’s Welding Class 11 and his apprenticeship to launch his own side business, Semper Dimes, specializing in crafting leather products and welding hoods.

Mechanical Skills Plumbing Apprentice School to Build New State-of-the-Art Facility in Beech Grove

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:29:00 -0500

In response to the growing demand for skilled trades professionals, Mechanical Skills Plumbing Apprentice School is set to build a new, state-of-the-art facility in Beech Grove.

Register to Attend Elevate 2025: Built Environment Workforce Summit

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 11:50:00 -0500

Industry leaders, policymakers, and workforce experts convene to tackle the critical labor shortage facing America’s built environment.

New White Paper Confirms Value of Jointly Trusteed Apprenticeship Programs in Construction

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:39:00 -0500

A new white paper commissioned by the U.S. Department of Labor affirms the benefits of jointly trusteed (union) registered apprenticeship programs.

DEWALT Aims to Educate and Inspire Young Pros During National Apprenticeship Week

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 10:49:00 -0500

In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week taking place this week, DEWALT surveyed pre-apprentices across the U.S. to better understand which obstacles might stand in the way of establishing a lifelong career in the field.

Dylan Whitaker Wins National Apprentice Competition

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 13:45:00 -0400

The fire sprinkler fitter takes first place at AFSA’s 31st annual national apprentice competition.

Alex Phrommany of South Dakota Wins PHCC HVAC Apprentice of the Year Award

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:44:00 -0400

PHCC Corporate Partner Rheem sponsored the award, which was presented this week during PHCC CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama.

Andrew Wilson of Iowa Named PHCC Plumbing Apprentice of the Year

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:33:00 -0400

Sponsored by Delta Faucet, the award was presented at PHCC CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama.

Top Plumbing and HVACR Apprentices Gear Up for Epic Showdown at PHCC CONNECT 2024

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 12:28:00 -0400

Plumbing and HVACR apprentice contests in Birmingham are set to showcase top talent this year.

Shapiro Administration Announces $5 Million In Grant Funding Available to Expand Registered Apprenticeship Programs Across Penyslvania

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 22:55:00 -0400

Apprenticeship programs have traditionally served the building trades, and efforts to continue growing opportunities in the trades remains a top priority for Shapiro.

Lowe's Foundation Partners with SkillsUSA to Celebrate 'Trades Stars' from Toolbelt Generation on SkillsUSA National Signing Day

Wed, 01 May 2024 13:01:00 -0400

The foundation awards $1 million to SkillsUSA and rolls out the blue carpet for students at select Lowe's stores nationwide on May 7, inspiring Gen Z to join the skilled trades movement.

High 5 Plumbing Celebrates Successful Graduates and Participants of Apprenticeship Program

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 10:22:00 -0500

The program is unique in that apprentices become paid employees from day one.

JJM Alkaline Technologies Partners with Explore The Trades

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 12:05:00 -0500

JJM Alkaline Technologies is pleased to partner with Explore The Trades as an Apprentice Level sponsor in 2024.