"PTTC gave me more confidence in what I am doing. When I first started I didn't know anything about plumbing or using tools in general. And I learned everything at the school."
ASTER
PLUMBING APPRENTICE, YEAR 5
PTTC is committed to inclusivity
PTTC is proud to be an equal opportunity institution. The women in our community receive the same respect, training and pay as their male counterparts.
Meet Sabrina
Sabrina is a journey level plumber, having recently graduated from the apprentice program.
Her advice to women considering a career in the trades? "This is the best thing you can do with your life! I can't express how wonderful this has been for me."
Straight from the source
Hear directly from female apprentices at PTTC.
"Knowing my work has gone into building this area? An absolute thrill."
SABRINA
PTTC GRADUATE
"It's really great when you're walking and little kids look up at you and
are like 'Wow! She's a
construction
worker.' It's just
a really cool
feeling."
CHRISTINE
STEAMFITTING
YEAR 4
KELLY
REFRIGERATION
YEAR 2
"I actually have a career path. I enjoy going to different places. It's a
totally different
opportunity
that I was not
expecting in
my life, but
I'm glad I
did it."
Common questions
Q: Are the classes co-ed?
Q: Are the classes co-ed?
A: Yes, all classes will include both men and women.
Q: Which programs are available for women?
Q: Which programs are available for women?
A: All of them! PTTC is an equal opportunity institution.
Q: Will I be paid while I train/work?
Q: Will I be paid while I train/work?
A: Yes! Apprentice starting wage is over $30/hr for on the job training.
Q: Why should women join PTTC?
Q: Why should women join PTTC?
A: For the lucrative career, free tuition, no college debt, and community!
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