Northwest Shoals Community College
Northwest Shoals Community College is a college program in Muscle Shoals, Alabama offering plumbing technology.
- Type: College program
- Address: 800 George Wallace Blvd, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
- Phone: (256) 331-5200
- Website: nwscc.edu
- Control: Public institution
- Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Plumbing programs at Northwest Shoals Community College
| Program | Credential | Length | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbing technology | Certificate, 12 weeks to under 1 year | – | Ask the school |
In-state tuition and fees at Northwest Shoals Community College run about $5,071 for a full academic year, before books and tools. Ask the school about the cost of the plumbing program itself and about financial aid.
What to expect
College plumbing programs combine classroom instruction with shop practice on pipe fitting, drain-waste-vent systems, water supply, fixtures and code. Most students finish a certificate in one to two years, and credits often count toward an associate degree. Graduates typically enter the trade as an apprentice or helper, and many programs help with job placement. Ask the admissions office about start dates, in-district tuition, financial aid and whether your hours count toward a plumbing license.
The graduation rate at Northwest Shoals Community College is 38%.
What plumbers earn in Alabama
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in Alabama earn a median $58,670 a year ($28.21 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn about $37,720 and the top 10% earn over $76,690. Nationally the median is $63,800. See plumber pay in every state.
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