Career Stats

• Growth & Wages*
• + 16% by 2018
• $76,960
• Job Prospects
• Residential Construction
• HVAC Contractors
• Sub-Contracted Work
• Modernization/Maintenance

Career Profile

Plumbing Careers

Plumbers first appeared during the Roman Empire taking their name from the Latin word for lead, plumbum, which at the time was one of the materials used to make pipes. Then and now, home and property owners rely on trained, skilled plumbers to install and maintain a plumbing systems including water, waste and gas. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, plumbers, which are included in their statistics for pipelayers, pipefitters and steamfitters, career opportunities are projected to grow by 16% through 2018. That means that more than 600,000 people will be employed as plumbers or in one of the related occupations. *

Did you know?

More than half of the skilled plumbers in the labor force today work for plumbing and heating and air conditioning contractors with a smaller percent working with industrial, commercial and government employers. In fact, the BLS expects job opportunities to be very good for those in plumbing careers.

Those with interest in plumbing careers will find that with training, skill and experience, opportunities will increase as individuals retire from the work force. Plumbers with specialized skills such as welding experience have especially good opportunities.  

Training for Plumbing Careers

PCDI's plumbing school has been developed to equip you with the tools you need for plumbing careers. 14 easy to follow comprehensive courses will help you cultivate the skills essential for a rewarding career in plumbing. Since each lesson is offered online, you set your own pace. Study when or wherever is best for you. That means you could be ready to pursue plumbing careers in as little as 6 months.

And, we make getting started simple. All your study materials, including textbooks and workbooks, are included in our low tuition. Plus, interest-free monthly payment plans make getting your plumbing training affordable.

Why Wait?

Start your plumbing career today! Enroll online or call 1-888-909-0558 to speak with an Admissions Advisor.

Interested in Plumbing careers? Learn more about our plumbing course materials and options for financing your education by visiting AshworthCollege.edu. Ashworth College is a division of PCDI, a leader in distance education.

* Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, Plumbers, Pipelayers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters.