Training & Education

SkillCat Partners With Building Performance Institute to Launch Building Science Principles Certificate

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:59:00 -0400

The partnership brings BPI’s Building Science Principles Certificate to SkillCat, helping trades professionals build home performance expertise.

New Skills Ontario Employment Training Program Sees Almost $1.2 Million Investment From Ontario Government

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:13:00 -0400

The Trade Up, Move Up Program will support 250 individuals looking to enter the skilled trades.

PHCC CONNECT 2026 to Feature Expanded Educational Programming

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:14:00 -0400

More than 20 expert-led education sessions and roundtable discussions will address today’s most pressing business and workforce challenges.

National Technical Institute Celebrates 232 Houston Graduates

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:58:00 -0400

NTI recognized 232 graduates across its two Houston campuses, honoring students who completed HVAC, plumbing and electrical certificate programs.

Studies Find Plumbing Industry Drives $442 Billion in Economic Impact

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:17:00 -0400

Two new studies highlight the plumbing industry’s economic impact while warning of a projected shortage of 550,000 plumbers by 2027.

Houzz Announces 2027 Scholarship Program for Future Construction and Design Professionals

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:24:00 -0400

The annual program awards five scholarships to students pursuing careers in construction, architecture, design and the skilled trades.

New HARDI Study Measures $32.9 Billion Economic Impact of HVACR Wholesale Distribution

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:52:00 -0400

HARDI has released a first-of-its-kind economic impact study measuring the direct contribution of HVACR wholesale distribution across the United States.

Rep. Greg Landsman Visits Johnstone Supply Cincinnati Training Facility

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:30:00 -0400

The visit gave Rep. Landsman an opportunity to see firsthand how a local HARDI member invests in technical education and prepares people for careers in the HVACR industry.

NFPA Educational Messages Advisory Committee Desk Reference 2026 Edition Now Available

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:58:00 -0400

The new edition features updated messaging on multiple timely fire and life safety topics.

Watts Celebrates Annual National Backflow Prevention Day with Free Education and Resources

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:02:00 -0400

This year, Watts is bringing continuing education initiatives to the forefront, offering resources and tools to enrich professional development and promote awareness.

Congratulations to Lily Lubs, Recipient of Reilly Family Memorial Scholarship

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:51:00 -0400

Congratulations to Lily Lubs on receiving the Reilly Family Memorial Scholarship at MCAA26 during the Awards of Excellence Breakfast in Phoenix.

Women in HVACR Announces Key Breakout Speakers for 2026 Annual Conference

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:47:00 -0400

The expert-led sessions will help HVACR professionals lead through change and accelerate growth.

ASHRAE Awards $225,200 in Society Scholarships for 2026-2027 Academic Year

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:42:00 -0400

The scholarships recognize outstanding students pursuing engineering and built environment careers while supporting the industry's future workforce.

Congratulations to Preston McDonald, Recipient of the ATP Inspiring Future Leaders Scholarship

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:02:00 -0400

ATP presented a $2,500 scholarship designed to recognize, support, and inspire students whose goal is to pursue a degree in the mechanical industry.

National Technical Institute Graduates 103 Certified HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical Technicians From Phoenix Campus

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 01:01:00 -0400

NTI’s largest graduating class of 2026 fills critical HVAC, plumbing and electrical jobs.

BDR Brings High-Impact Training to Texas Contractors

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:53:00 -0400

BDR's two-day Profit and Growth Accelerator Series heads to Texas Aug. 18-19, offering home service contractors practical training to boost sales, pricing and profitability.

Registration, Expo Sales, and Sponsorships Now Open for ACCA 2027 Conference

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:16:00 -0400

The event will be held March 10-12, 2027 and will be paired with ACCA’s 2027 Advocacy Day event in Washington, D.C.

Show Us Your Mobile Training Truck!

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:13:00 -0400

Calling all wholesalers, manufacturers, and reps — The Wholesaler magazine wants to feature YOUR Mobile Training Truck in our October issue!

NIBCO and Webstone Donate Training Board to Support Skilled Trades Education

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:43:00 -0400

NIBCO and its Webstone brand have donated a custom-built boiler and water heater system training board to support hands-on education at Red Rocks Community College in Lakewood, Colorado.

Johnson Controls Introduces Absorption Chiller Reference Design Guide

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:52:00 -0400

Johnson Controls unveils a new guide that helps data centers harness waste heat for cooling, reducing energy demand and maximizing AI computing capacity.

SFPE Foundation Announces Seven Recipients of Annual Awards

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:04:00 -0400

The SFPE Foundation has announced the recipients of its 2026 awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to fire safety science, engineering, research, and education.

Watts to Host Backflow Educational Webinar in Recognition of National Backflow Prevention Day

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:01:00 -0400

Learn how to protect potable water systems during Watts' live Backflow 101 webinar on Aug. 14, featuring expert guidance, 1.0 PDH credit, and a chance to win a Blackstone Griddle.

ACCA Launches Legacy Builders to Take HVACR Owners From Owner-Operator to CEO

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:48:00 -0400

The program begins in fall 2026, and enrollment is open now through Aug. 15.

BlackRock, Carhartt, Ford and Google Launch New Alliance to Expand Skilled Workforce Training

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:16:00 -0400

The new coalition aims to help address America’s growing skilled labor shortage and create pathways to high-quality careers across the country.

AABC Announces TAB Talk Webinar on TAB in the Real World: An Approach to HVAC Systems That Don’t Follow the Rules

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400

The session will examine how early project decisions affect system performance and closeout.

Ferguson Invests $100K to Support Heavy Metal Summer Experience

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:21:00 -0400

Ferguson announces a new partnership with Heavy Metal Summer Experience to introduce the next generation of builders, plumbers and technicians to careers in the skilled trades.

Watts to Host Webinar on Municipal Water Resiliency, Pressure Management, and Corrosion Control

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:13:00 -0400

Participants who attend the live event will earn 1.0 Professional Development Hour (PDH) credit.

SFPE Releases 6th Edition of Handbook of Fire Protection Engineering

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:57:00 -0400

SFPE has published the 6th Edition of its Handbook of Fire Protection Engineering, the profession's most comprehensive reference.

PHCC and Milwaukee Tool Expand Commitment to Building the Next Generation of Skilled Trades Professionals

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:28:00 -0400

PHCC and Milwaukee Tool expand their partnership with new workforce-development initiatives aimed at attracting and training the next generation of plumbing and HVAC professionals.

FCPS ACE Fall 2026 Apprenticeship Registration Open

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:46:00 -0400

Classes begin the week of Sept. 8, 2026, offering an affordable pathway to industry-recognized credentials and rewarding careers in the skilled trades.