South Louisiana Community College
South Louisiana Community College is a college program in Lafayette, Louisiana offering plumbing basic training.
- Type: College program
- Address: 1101 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA 70506-4109
- Phone: (337) 521-9000
- Website: solacc.edu
- Control: Public institution
- Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
- Eligible for WIOA workforce training funding
Plumbing programs at South Louisiana Community College
| Program | Credential | Length | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Basic Training | Certificate, 12 weeks to under 1 year | – | Ask the school |
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 South Louisiana Community College is 35%.
What plumbers earn in Louisiana
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in Louisiana earn a median $63,680 a year ($30.62 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn about $38,120 and the top 10% earn over $79,540. Nationally the median is $63,800. See plumber pay in every state.
Other plumbing programs near Lafayette
LAPHCC Plumbing Apprenticeship
SOWELA Technical Community College
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