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National Technical Institute expands with second Houston campus

New Southeast location broadens access to career training to meet growing demand for skilled trades in Houston.

November 25, 2025

Enrollment is now open for the new Houston campus.

An overhead shot of the Global Mercy, the largest civilian hospital ship in the world, carries out life-saving surgeries every day.

Training and Education

How Do Volunteers Save Lives Through Ship Plumbing Training?

Mercy Ships’ partnership with SkillCat trains volunteers to maintain life-saving plumbing systems aboard hospital ships.

Kristen R. Bayles

November 19, 2025

At sea, there’s no backup system for clean water. Every drop must be filtered, pumped and protected — and that’s where plumbers come in. On Mercy Ships’ floating hospitals, skilled volunteers work to maintain these life-sustaining systems, ensuring that the ability to deliver safe, reliable care doesn’t leave when the ship sails away.

Famous Supply announces January 2026 opening of 25,000 sq ft training center

The company is preparing to open a new hub for trades education in Northeast Ohio.

November 14, 2025

Set to debut in January 2026, the Jay Blaushild Training and Education Center will offer hands-on training, industry certifications and community partnerships aimed at strengthening the next generation of HVAC and plumbing professionals.

Housecall Pro announces Winter Summit 2025, featuring Emmy-winning host Mike Rowe

’The Real Dirt on Building a Year-Round Business‘ will feature actionable insights to help home service professionals stay booked and profitable through every season.

November 13, 2025

Housecall Pro’s Winter Virtual Summit 2025, featuring Mike Rowe, offers trade professionals a chance to dig into “the real dirt” on running a stronger business year-round.

CEO Warrior launches new Path to Profit series

This series is designed to help service business owners build growth plans.

November 3, 2025

These small-group workshops in Charlotte and Cincinnati will guide attendees through SWOT analysis, competitor insights and financial planning.

From your phone to the field: SkillCat and NATE partner for HVAC Training

The two companies are working together to make NATE RTW certification more accessible.

October 31, 2025

Houston-based SkillCat and North American Technician Excellence (NATE) join forces to launch the first fully mobile path to NATE RTW certification.

A Watts expert teaching a training class.

Watts launches Q4 training focus: “Labor Savings Drains” campaign

The company will focus on courses highlighting labor-saving systems.

October 30, 2025

Through immersive, hands-on education, Watts aims to deliver training and continuing education for professionals.

BDR launches marketing courses for home service professionals

The new training programs are available now.

October 21, 2025

New training resource aims to equip contractors with the complete playbook for marketing success, positioning them for improved lead generation and increased brand awareness.

Interplay Learning wins IACET Instructional Impact Award

The provider of VR- and simulation-based training technology has been honored by the continuing education accreditor.

October 16, 2025

Interplay Learning also earned the Innovation of the Year Award for Technology Integration in 2024.

An apprentice from PHCC member companies competing at PHCC Connect.

Voices of the future: Apprentices reflect on learning and leadership

PHCC Foundation expands training to meet contractors’ evolving needs.

Natalie Forster

October 10, 2025

Apprenticeship has long been the heartbeat of the plumbing and HVAC trades. But for today’s apprentices, training looks different than it did for their mentors and parents. With new online programs, flexible learning schedules, and updated curriculum that reflects the latest industry standards, apprentices are able to gain both the technical “booksmarts” and the on-the-job confidence needed to thrive.