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Skilled Trades
Skilled Trades
Skilled Trades
Pursue a skilled trade at NWACC and enjoy a high quality education and hands-on training by industry professionals, all while moving into a well-paying career.
The college currently offers certification in HVAC and US Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship Programs in plumbing and electrical. With HVAC certification, you'll obtain the knowledge and skills to become an HVAC technician and be prepared for the EPA exam. As a plumbing or electrical apprentice, you'll work within the trade under a licensed professional while taking classes, allowing you to earn an income while you learn.
View each program page to learn more about instruction, coursework, on-the-job training,
licensing and more.
View the How-to-Apply Help Guide to review the application process.
Contact Skilled Trades
- Shewmaker Center for Workforce and Economic Development (SCWT), A102
- (479) 986-4084
- (479) 936-5198
- trades@nwacc.edu
- M-Th, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Programs
Plumbing Apprenticeship
Become a plumbing apprentice and experience hands-on education and on-the-job training by a licensed professional.
Electrical Apprenticeship
Become a electrical apprentice and experience hands-on education and on-the-job training by a licensed professional.
HVAC Certification
Pursue an HVAC certification and obtain the knowledge and skills to become an HVAC
technician and be prepared for the EPA exam.