Generation PHCP

Refrigeration School to Rebrand as Tulsa Welding School in Arizona

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:19:00 -0400

The rebranding coincides with a planned campus expansion and continued investment in skilled trades training programs.

Nominate a Young Professional for Our 2026 Generation PHCP Honorary Listing!

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:02:21 -0400

Help us celebrate those who are carrying the torch from previous generations and keeping the PHCP industry burning bright!

NTI Expands Training Program to Reno-Sparks to Ease Trade Worker Shortage

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:01:00 -0400

NTI will open fifth campus at the The Oddie District to bring HVAC, plumbing, and electrical programs to Northern Nevada.

America’s Skilled Trades Crisis Demands an All-Hands Response

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Speaking recently at the graduation ceremony at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told graduates that their talents would be in high demand as American technology companies continue the rapid buildout of data centers, semiconductor manufacturing and other projects related to the explosive growth of artificial intelligence.

Enthusiasm for Skilled Trades Careers Gains Momentum

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Across the United States, Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) is seeing enthusiasm for the skilled trades gain momentum — with governments increasingly focused on investing in career and technical education and on establishing new training initiatives.

SSPMA Announces Scholarship Winners

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:34:00 -0400

SSPMA has announced that Evelyn Tochtrop and Joel Janssen have been selected as the recipients of the 2026 SSPMA Scholarship Program.

ServiceTitan Partners With All Within My Hands to Support Workforce Education

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:48:00 -0400

ServiceTitan has partnered with All Within My Hands to support workforce education through the Metallica Scholars Initiative.

Bring Back the Trades Expands Research Initiative Examining Skilled Trades Workforce Gap

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:41:00 -0400

Bring Back the Trades has expanded its workforce research initiative with new support from Cintas to provide deeper insights into skilled labor shortages nationwide.

Google: Growing the Next Generation of American Workers

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:40:00 -0400

Google is expanding its total support for the skilled trades, helping train 300,000 skilled workers for high-demand careers.

Quality Training Centers Launches 'Trades Ready' Podcast Series

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:51:40 -0400

The new show features conversations with students, graduates and instructors sharing stories about training, career changes and opportunities in the skilled trades.

Wells Fargo Pledges $1 Million Donation Toward Skilled Trades in Pennsylvania

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:52:00 -0400

This additional donation from Wells Fargo underscores its broader commitment to economic empowerment and workforce development across the communities it serves.

National Plumbing Competition Draws Top Talent to SkillsUSA Championship in Atlanta

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:54:00 -0400

The 2026 National Plumbing Competition drew 48 of the country’s top plumbing students currently enrolled in high school, vocational, technical and post-secondary schools.

Copper Development Association Supports Next Generation of Skilled Trades Professionals at SkillsUSA National Championships

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:10:00 -0400

The association’s longstanding partnership with PHCC Educational Foundation helps provide materials, expertise, and mentorship to aspiring plumbers from across the country.

Bring Back the Trades Expands Tool Grant Program With Support From etA and Milwaukee Tool

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:38:00 -0400

Bring Back the Trades, the electrical training ALLIANCE and Milwaukee Tool will award two monthly tool grants valued at $1,500 or more to support skilled trades programs at U.S. schools and nonprofits through 2026.

MingleMakers UG Announces Launch of First Official WeldArt World Championship Associated With IIW

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:26:00 -0400

This revolutionary international competition is organized in official association with the International Institute of Welding (IIW).

Bradford White Strengthens Skilled Trades Education Through PHCC Support, Product Donations

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:57:00 -0400

The donations come as part of Bradford White's ongoing commitment to workforce development and skilled trades education.

Bring Back the Trades and Milwaukee Tool Award First Tool Grant to Manchester School of Technology

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:23:00 -0400

Vocational students were surprised with professional-grade Electrical Tool Kit in inaugural award of the national grant program.

Congratulations to Jill Kennicott, Recipient of Ferguson Women in Mechanical Industry Scholarship

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Congratulations to Jill Kennicott on receiving a Ferguson Women in the Mechanical Industry Scholarship at MCAA26 this past March.

Housecall Pro Announces 2026 Trade Academy Scholarship Recipients

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:56:00 -0400

The announcement comes as interest in skilled trades careers continues to rise among younger generations.

76 Students Selected for SkillCat’s First-of-Its-Kind HVAC JobReady Program in Partnership With EGIA

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:08:00 -0400

A new 13-week program is giving students free training, hands-on experience, free tools, and guaranteed job interviews, creating one of the fastest pathways into the HVAC workforce.

Bradford White Sparks Interest in Skilled Trades With New Children's Book

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:02:00 -0400

Bradford White announces the launch of "No Hot Water!? Plumber Paige to The Rescue!," a children's book written by Paige Knowles and illustrated by Rhiannon Duch.

Congratulations to Jake Prout, Recipient of the Robert T. Armistead Memorial Scholarship

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:04:00 -0400

Congratulations to Jake Prout on receiving one of the Robert T. Armistead Memorial Scholarships at MCAA26 during the Awards of Excellence Breakfast on March 18.

AFSA45 Set for San Antonio

Thu, 28 May 2026 17:14:00 -0400

AFSA45 will bring fire sprinkler professionals to San Antonio Sept. 27-30 for education, exhibits, networking and the National Apprentice Competition.

Skills Ontario Welcomes Provincial Investment to Expand Training for In-Demand Careers

Wed, 27 May 2026 13:44:00 -0400

This landmark investment represents a significant step forward in strengthening Ontario’s workforce and preparing students for rewarding, in-demand careers.

The Training Center Launches Summer Trade School Program for New Jersey High Schoolers

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:47:00 -0400

This 10-day accelerated multi-trade bootcamp is designed to give students ages 16–19 and recent graduates a hands-on head start in one of the state’s most in-demand essential trades.

U.S. Department of Education Issues Final Rule to Create New Workforce Pell Grant Program

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:05:00 -0400

The U.S. Department of Education’s new Workforce Pell Grant program will allow students to use Pell Grants for short-term job training programs beginning July 1, 2026.

Congratulations to Will Pedersen, Recipient of Finding Your GreatFuture Scholarship

Tue, 26 May 2026 13:27:00 -0400

Congratulations to Will Pedersen on receiving the Finding Your GreatFuture Scholarship at MCAA26 during the Awards of Excellence Breakfast on March 18th.

FCPS Adult and Community Education Announces Expanded Skilled Trades Scholarship Opportunities for Fall 2026

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:10:00 -0400

The initiative reflects FCPS ACE’s continued investment in workforce development and expanding access to career training in high-demand industries.

Over 1,500 Attend First-Ever Maine Skills Expo at SMCC; $22,500 in Scholarships Awarded

Thu, 21 May 2026 17:10:00 -0400

The event drew over 1,500 attendees eager to fill the gym floor and nearby parking lot to engage with 70 hands-on trades exhibits.

Trimble Empowers Future Skilled Workforce Through National SkillsUSA Sponsorship

Wed, 20 May 2026 16:26:00 -0400

The collaboration focuses on workforce optimization, a core Trimble value that addresses the widening skills gap by making professional technology more accessible.