Plumbing & HVACR Home Study Apprentice Training

The PHCC Educational Foundation offers online plumbing and HVACR home study (distance learning) apprentice training courses for apprentices who need a non-traditional method of receiving their apprenticeship-related instruction. This program is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration, Office of Apprenticeship, as a reasonable option for apprentice training. Each course is the equivalent of one year of classroom instruction. On-the-job training must be coordinated with a participating employer.

The online courses offer enhanced course quality and give students fast feedback on their performance.

• For ordering and pricing on the HVACR Home Study Program, click here.
• For ordering and pricing on the Plumbing Home Study Program, click here. 

Prior to enrolling, the apprentice should confirm with his or her state licensing and/or labor department to ensure that this program is acceptable as a substitute for classroom instruction.

For more information, click on the links below, or e-mail vasquez@naphcc.org.

• Advantages of Home Study
• How to Implement in Your State
• How is Program Administered?

Code of Federal Regulations

This online course is expressly permitted in the Code of Federal Regulations as follows:

29 CFR 29.5(b)(4) - Standards of Apprenticeship

"…. A minimum of 144 hours for each year of apprenticeship is recommended. This instruction in technical subjects may be accomplished through media such as classroom, occupational or industry courses, electronic media, or other instruction approved by the Registration Agency."