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Articles Tagged with ''training and education''

A young tradesperson at work.

Six ways to build and keep the next generation of plumbing and mechanical pros

Kit Dickinson, Industry Executive at ADP, sheds a light on the younger workforce joining the plumbing and mechanical industry.
December 8, 2025

Kit Dickinson explores six strategies contractors can use to train, retain, and motivate a younger workforce in an industry undergoing rapid change.


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The BDR logo.

BDR announces Q1 2026 slate of BDRU classes

Q1 2026 classes are aimed at empowering home service contractors.
December 4, 2025

Upcoming courses aim to provide strategies for business owners to strengthen their teams and accelerate growth in areas including sales, marketing, financials, service delivery and more.


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The Trade Academy logo.

Trade Academy opens applications for trade school scholarships

Students in the plumbing, electrical and HVAC fields are invited to apply
November 26, 2025

Trade Academy has opened applications for its expanded Scholarship program, aiming to break down financial barriers and equip the next generation of plumbers, electricians and HVAC technicians with the tools, training and tuition support they need.


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The NTI logo.

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. 


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The CEOs of Nexstar Network (Julian Scadden) and SkillCat (Ruchir Shah).

Nexstar Network and SkillCat announce expanded partnership

The companies are working together to build a scalable training ecosystem for the trades.
November 21, 2025

This collaboration aims to accelerate access, affordability and Innovation in NexTech Academy Technical Training curriculum across HVAC, plumbing & electrical trades.


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Sheldon Shapiro.

Sheldon Shapiro named to the PHCC Educational Foundation Board of Governors in memoriam

Shapiro was dedicated to continuing education and apprenticeship programs.
November 19, 2025

While Shapiro passed away in 2019 at just 53 years old, his impact due to his sponsorships and support of education are still felt today.


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 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.
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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.


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The Famous Supply logo.

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.


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The Housecall Pro logo.

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.


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A pair of boots with the Watts logo.

Watts announces Q3 “Golf Essentials” Learn & Win sweepstakes winners; launches Q4 “Tools for Pros” initiative

Watts has announced the winners of its Q3 Golf Essentials Learn & Win Sweepstakes and launched its Q4 Tools for Pros program.
November 5, 2025

The sweepstakes offers jobsite-ready gear to participants who complete product training.


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