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Washburn Institute of Technology

Washburn Institute of Technology is a college program in Topeka, Kansas offering plumbing technology.

Plumbing programs at Washburn Institute of Technology

ProgramCredentialLengthTuition
Plumbing technologyCertificate, 1 to under 2 years–Ask the school

In-state tuition and fees at Washburn Institute of Technology run about $8,592 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 Washburn Institute of Technology is 71%.

What plumbers earn in Kansas

Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in Kansas earn a median $65,220 a year ($31.36 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn about $39,130 and the top 10% earn over $109,290. Nationally the median is $63,800. See plumber pay in every state.

Other plumbing programs near Topeka

Highland Community College Technical Center

1501 West Riley Street, Atchison, KS 66002 · 48 mi away
CollegeCertificate, under 12 weeks

Flint Hills Job Corps Center

4620 Eureka Dr, Manhattan, KS 66503 · 53 mi away
Job CorpsPre-apprenticeship

Johnson County Community College

12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210-1299 · 56 mi away
CollegeCertificate, 1 to under 2 years · (913) 469-8500

Plumbers Educational Training Trust Fund

5950 Manchester Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64130 · 65 mi away
ApprenticeshipRegistered apprenticeship · (816) 895-8888

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