Earn While You Learn
Apprenticeship Requirements
•Must be 18 years of age
•Must have a valid drivers licens
•Must have a High-School diploma or GED
•Official copy of your transcripts
•$41.50 non refundable fee for ACT work keys testing
•A satisfactory score on testing required
•Pass a 10 panel drug screen
•Military applicants DD214
(If you do not meet the minimum qualifications for Apprenticeship and would like to apply for a helper position you can choose helper in the term section after clicking the link below in the application instructions)
Application Instructions
- Read all the information before clicking on the Application Portal
- Download the documents in the (3) links highlighted after clicking on the link. Complete the fill-able forms. A signature and date is required by hand or digital format using Adobe Fill & Sign (Links to the Adobe app are provided in the Portal for Iphone & Android users)
- Fill out the Required Fields
- Select Apprentice in the application section to open the upload section for the required documents
- Upload the Apprentice Application, Consent Forms, and Reference Letters in the specified sections
- Upload a copy of your High-School diploma or GED equivalent
- Upload a official copy of your transcripts
- Upload a copy of your drivers license
- Upload a copy of your DD214 if you are military
- After submitting a complete application you will be redirected to make a payment for the Work Keys test you will be scheduled for at Southwest College.
- You will be contacted to schedule a drug screen and work keys testing date and time. (Work Keys testing is based on the availability of Southwest College and current Covid-19 policies)
- Applications are processed in the order they are received
- For questions please contact our office at 901-368-0900
About Us
Dedicated Educators
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First-Rate Curriculum
We know that learning is easier when you have an excellent teacher. That's why our educators receive advanced training annually in their field. Our Instructors are passionate about the subjects they teach and bring this enthusiasm into their lessons. Our goal is to produce the most well rounded Plumbers in the industry
First-Rate Curriculum
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First-Rate Curriculum
Are you a beginner, expert, or somewhere in between? Not to worry! We offer a variety of high-quality courses designed to prepare you for your next step. We offer placement tests to help match you to your skill level.
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We offer a wide variety of classes to add to your skills. Classes available to all Local 17 members.