The companies are working together to build a scalable training ecosystem for the trades.
This collaboration aims to accelerate access, affordability and Innovation in NexTech Academy Technical Training curriculum across HVAC, plumbing & electrical trades.
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.
The company is preparing to open a new hub for trades education in Northeast Ohio.
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.
’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.
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.
Interplay Learning is introducing new tools to make apprenticeship management and training engagement more accessible.
The company’s expanded Apprenticeship Services aims to simplify the process of launching and maintaining Registered Apprenticeship Programs, while its new Engagement Services provides ongoing support to keep trainees motivated and progressing.
This new facility utilizes an ice storage HVAC system as an educational tool.
St. Charles Community College’s new Regional Workforce Innovation Center in Wentzville, Missouri, integrates hands-on education with sustainable design.The 48,000-square-foot facility, designed with JEMA and built by River City Construction, is targeting LEED Gold certification.