STC - Serna Technical Center Serna TechHillside, IL
Certified program

Become a Plumber

Hands-on residential and commercial plumbing program in Hillside, IL. Learn copper, PEX, drainage and plumbing codes in less than a year.

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What you will learn

What the trade demands on the job, every day.

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Copper & PEX piping

Cutting, soldering and joining pressurized water systems.

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Drainage & venting

Install drains, slopes and venting systems.

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Plumbing codes

Standards and inspection-ready practices.

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Blueprint reading

Read plumbing and sanitary plans from real projects.

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Diagnosis & repair

Find leaks and faults and fix them properly.

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Working with clients

Quoting, timelines and professional field communication.

The program at a glance

scheduleDuration
Less than 1 year
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Morning and evening
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Spanish & English
placeCampus
Hillside, IL

Career paths

  • check_circleResidential plumber
  • check_circleCommercial plumber
  • check_circleMaintenance technician
  • check_circleMaster plumber helper
  • check_circleSelf-employed contractor

Take the first step today

Schedule a free workshop visit and get to know the program, no strings attached.