SOWELA Technical Community College
SOWELA Technical Community College is a college program in Lake Charles, Louisiana offering plumbing technology.
- Type: College program
- Address: 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70615
- Phone: (337) 421-6565
- Website: sowela.edu
- Control: Public institution
- Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Plumbing programs at SOWELA Technical Community College
| Program | Credential | Length | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbing technology | Certificate, 12 weeks to under 1 year | – | Ask the school |
| Plumbing technology | Certificate, 1 to under 2 years | – | Ask the school |
In-state tuition and fees at SOWELA Technical Community College run about $4,265 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 SOWELA Technical Community College is 48%.
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 Lake Charles
Lamar Institute of Technology
South Louisiana Community College
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