Plumbing has delivered clean water and protected people from disease for centuries, starting with the Roman Empire. Today, plumbing allows people to enjoy the comforts of daily living, including hot water, showers, toilets, dishwashers and washing machines. Similarly, electricity helps power many plumbing appliances in homes, as well as refrigerators, computers, air conditioning systems and lighting. Without these technological advancements—and the skilled tradespeople who install, repair and maintain them—modern living would be very different.
At Apex Technical School, we offer training programs focused on helping students build technical knowledge and skills in plumbing and electrical. Interested in learning which program is a good fit for you? Discover the difference between these programs in the infographic below.
*Apex Technical School and its instructors are licensed by the State of New York, New York State Education Department.
Disclaimer: Apex Technical School provides training for entry-level jobs. Not everything you may read about the industry is covered in our training programs.
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