2. According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor
Statistics, “employment of construction and extraction occupations is
projected to grow 10 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average
for all occupations, increasing from 6.5 million jobs to 7.2 million jobs.”
Electricians as well as Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters are included
within this data.
Many accredited schools within the United States offer educational programs
designed to prepare students for successful careers in the trades.
Employment Opportunities in the
Trades
3. Hobart Institute of Welding
Technology
“Hobart Institute is committed to
helping individuals develop
marketable welding skills through
quality training at minimum cost. We
are also committed to making
industry more competitive by
conducting training to solve welding
related problems. ”– Hobart
Institute of Welding Technology
Education Focus: Welding
Website: welding.org
Telephone: 800.332.9448
4. Welder Training and Testing
Institute (WTTI)
“WTTI has offered students the necessary
occupational training and certifications that
can lead to employment in the welding field
for over 44 years. WTTI is accredited by the
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools
and Colleges (ACCSC) and licensed by the
Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed
Schools” – WTTI
Education Focus: Welding
Website: wtti.com
Telephone: 800.223.WTTI
5. Missouri Welding Institute
(MWI)
“Our philosophy is to train superior
welding craftsmen to fulfill their
dreams. It is our goal to prepare our
students for a broad background in
welding with many diverse
employment opportunities.”
– Missouri Welding Institute
Education Focus: Welding
Website: mwi.ws
Telephone: 800.667.5885
6. Coyne College
“Every Coyne College degree and diploma is
backed by more than a century of career
training excellence, along with our
commitment to every student’s academic and
career success. Student services – from
tutoring to technical advising to career
development and job placement assistance –
are structured to enhance career preparation
by addressing each student’s unique needs.”
– Coyne College
Education Focus: HVAC-R, Electrical
Website: coynecollege.edu
Telephone: 800.707.1922
7. Refrigeration School, Inc.
(RSI)
“At RSI we offer career focused
training. RSI offers training
programs for entry-level careers
in heating, ventilation, air
conditioning, and refrigeration
(HVAC/R), residential and
commercial electrical wiring
(maintenance electrician), and
solar installation.” – RSI
Education Focus: HVAC-R, Electrical, Solar Installation
Website: refrigerationschool.com
Telephone: 888.943.4822
8. United Association (UA)
“The United Association of
Journeymen and Apprentices of the
Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry
of the United States, Canada (UA),
affiliated with the national building
trades, represents approximately
340,000 plumbers, pipefitters,
sprinkler fitters, service technicians
and welders in local unions across
North America.” – UA
Education Focus: Welding, Plumbing, HVAC-R,
Sprinkler Fitting, Steamfitting-Pipefitting
Website: ua.org
Telephone: 410.269.2000
9. We are proud to support our
tradesmen, and help build the next
generation of workers.
For more information about us visit www.markal.com