Westmoreland County Community College
Westmoreland County Community College is a college program in Youngwood, Pennsylvania offering plumbing technology, plumbing diploma and plumbing certificate.
- Type: College program
- Address: 145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697-1895
- Phone: (724) 925-4077
- Website: westmoreland.edu
- Control: Public institution
- Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Eligible for WIOA workforce training funding
Plumbing programs at Westmoreland County Community College
| Program | Credential | Length | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbing technology | Certificate, 12 weeks to under 1 year | – | Ask the school |
| Plumbing Diploma | Certificate, 12 weeks to under 1 year | – | Ask the school |
| Plumbing Certificate | Certificate, 12 weeks to under 1 year | – | Ask the school |
| Plumbing AAS | Associate's degree | – | Ask the school |
In-state tuition and fees at Westmoreland County Community College run about $10,528 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 Westmoreland County Community College is 27%.
What plumbers earn in Pennsylvania
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in Pennsylvania earn a median $68,080 a year ($32.73 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn about $46,770 and the top 10% earn over $134,110. Nationally the median is $63,800. See plumber pay in every state.
Other plumbing programs near Youngwood
Latrobe & Vicinity Plumbers/Pipefitters Local 354
Fayette County Career and Technical Institute
Community College of Allegheny County
(Pittsburgh) Plumbers Local 27 JATC
Morgantown Plumbers JATC
Wheeling Plumbers and Pipefitters/Steamfitters JATC
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