NEWS & EVENTS
Test your skills against your fellow apprentices!
The contest is available to apprentices who meet the minimum requirements in the Plumbing, Steamfitting, HVACR & Welding trades, attending classes in their 2nd through 5th year. To advance at the State level, apprentices must be at least in their 3rd year in the Spring 2026 semester. The winner from each trade will participate in the 2026 California State Apprentice Contest. Winners from State will move onto the Regional competition. Winners from the Regionals will compete in the International competition in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Last Day To Register is November 21, 2025
2025 DESIGN CONTEST UNVEILING PARTY!
Mark your calendars and bring the excitement because the moment we've all been waiting for is almost here!!
The Pipe Trades Training Center will be unveiling this year's shirt design winner on December 11th! Unveiling party starts at 4:30 PM in Courtyard Lobby.
Congratulations to this year's finalist:
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Charley Fuentes Jr.
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Matthew Holser
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Jorege Martinez Jr.
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Mickey McRoberts
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Vlad Naynodin
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Tyler Russell
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ADVANCEMENT & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
UA PROGRAMS AT WASHTENAW
"Whether you are an apprentice or journey-level member, WCC has a degree program to advance your career. With opportunities to earn college credits from your UA apprenticeship and instructor training, you’ll be on your way to a degree in no time."
Washtenaw offers:
Online classes
Apprentice Credit for completing apprenticeship
Transfer credits for previous college classes