Please find down below our Frequently Asked Questions:
PHCC is a national federation of associations that represent and promote the Plumbing and HVAC trades.
It is an acronym for Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors of the Greater Los Angeles Area.
PHCC-GLAA serves Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties and is an affiliate of the California PHCC and National PHCC.
In order to become a member of PHCC-GLAA you must be a California Licensed Plumbing or HVAC contractor.
Licensed California Plumbing and HVAC contractors may join as Contractor Members; California Licensed Trades Contractors other than Plumbing and HVAC (ie. Electricians, Carpenters, Drywallers, etc) may join as Trades Members; Companies that supply or support the trades industry may join as an Affiliate Member, these may include suppliers, manufacturers, representatives and related non-contractor companies.
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PHCC offers Contractor Training through the PHCC National Education Foundation with online workshops, webinars and publications; PHCC-GLAA offers Contractor and Sales training through a partnership with Paul Webb Training Solutions; Through the PHCC-GLAA Training Program we offer a four year Plumbing Journeyman program, a multi-year HVAC program and a 14 week Backflow class.
PHCC-GLAA is a community designed for the professional contractor and their employees. With more than 50 Contractor Member companies, 30+ Affiliate Member companies, one of the greatest benefits is our networking resource. By joining PHCC-GLAA, members become a part of local, state and national chapters who share ideas, standards and a passion for the plumbing and HVACR industries.
PHCC protects the plumbing-heating-cooling industry by providing legislative efforts on the local, state and national levels, as well as representation to licensing and governmental agencies. PHCC works alongside other construction industry groups to fight for the rights and laws that effect contractors, trade professionals and small businesses.
PHCC-GLAA offers valuable educational and networking opportunities at the Flow Expo, one of the largest and oldest trade shows for the PHC trades. For over 45 years the Flow Expo has been connecting trades professionals with industry leading manufactures, products and best practices from around the world. Throughout the year PHCC-GLAA holds other special events for networking and education, including our annual golf tournament and turkey fry, as well as member meetings.
There are many tangible benefits that offer savings to member companies, such as the Aramark, Exxon/Mobil fleet gas credit card program, Green Sky, Hudson Ink, Market Hardware Inc., Times Communications and Clearent Merchant Services, health/liability/workers comp insurance, retirement programs, safety program builder, resource library, Consensus Doc’s for Contractors, Construction Attorney on Retainer, PHCC National Tech Line, direct connection to CSLB and more.
Members enjoy up to a 60% discount on all PHCC-GLAA educational programs and products, as well as National PHCC discounts. Scholarships are also available to members and their employees through local, state and national chapters. Through PHCC National there are additional Enhanced Service Groups including QSC, CCA and UAC
Members receive up-to-date industry information through emails, association website and National PHCC e-newsletters.
PHCC protects the plumbing-heating-cooling industry by providing legislative efforts on the local, state and national levels, as well as representation to licensing and governmental agencies. PHCC works alongside other construction industry groups to fight for the rights and laws that effect contractors, trade professionals and small businesses.
PHCC-GLAA offers valuable educational and networking opportunities at the Flow Expo, one of the largest and oldest trade shows for the PHC trades. For over 45 years the Flow Expo has been connecting trades professionals with industry leading manufactures, products and best practices from around the world. Throughout the year PHCC-GLAA holds other special events fo
Since 1968, the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of the Greater Los Angeles Area (PHCC GLAA) has conducted this training program to provide skilled personnel to meet the needs of the PHC industry.
Our program provides training at both the apprentice and journeyman level, with classes held during evening hours, allowing students to complete a full work day gaining on-the-job experience and putting their training to practice.
Our combination of “Hands-On” training and classroom theory under the supervision of our field-experienced instructors has proven effective in preparing our graduates with marketable job skills.
The program is administered by PHCC-GLAA through its training committee, which is composed of contractors with a deep abiding interest in the training and education of the industry that meets the needs of today’s job market.
Plumbing, HVAC, and Backflow Certification
It is not necessary to have any experience. Apprentice usually have little to no experience before starting a training program. As a student you will receive both On-the-Job-Training and classroom instruction.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Current high school seniors may apply for early admission before reaching age 18 with parents’ consent. You will need to be reasonably physically fit in order to lift and carry equipment and gain access to awkward spaces where systems may be installed.
Apprentices earn wages from their employers during training. They are provided on-the-job learning in the work setting under the direction and supervision of a contractor or journey-man and receive job-related classroom training from their instructor.
You will have to pass a written exam in the specific trade you are applying to enter in order to advance in the program. Exam passing rate is a 70% or higher. A study guide for the placement exam will not be provided to applicants.
Programs generally begin every August and end mid-June. Students will attend school once a week for a total of 42 weeks per year. Class lectures are three (3) hours long and are held on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday nights from 6:30-9:30 pm.
No, all curriculum is in English.
Los Angeles, CA in the Atwater Village/Northeast Los Angeles area near Dodger Stadium.
Students graduate to journeyman status once exams are passed and curriculum is completed.
They are awarded PHCC completion certificates and are accredited by the Department of Labor if on-the-job training records were kept during the four years.
All graduates will also receive the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) blue wallet card upon completion. NCCER maintains a national registry of an individual’s credentials, which provides a way of tracking a craftsman’s credentials and training
The average apprenticeship program is completed in four to five years.
PHCC GLAA is not a job placement center, we are a member-based association. However, if you are enrolled in the program and are looking for employment, we can provide the information of our members looking to hire, if any.
As long as the age requirement is met, you will be eligible to enroll into our training program. If the contractor you are employed by is not a member of PHCC, speak to your employer about becoming one to qualify for the member-tuition rate and benefits.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for apprentice plumbers is expected to grow by 14% through to 2028. HVAC technician employment is expected to increase by 15% through 2026. The continuing growth of construction, both commercial and residential, is a factor in the projected growth, in addition to the increasing prevalence of service contracts.
Plumbers install and repair the pipes that carry liquids, like water, or gases into and out of buildings, including homes, businesses, and factories. Plumbers install plumbing fixtures such as bathtubs and toilets, and appliances, such as dishwashers and water heaters. Plumbers also maintain septic systems, which are the large, underground holding tanks that collect waste from houses that are not connected to a sewer system.
Plumbers should be comfortable working in both indoor and outdoor conditions at all times of the day. Their work is physically demanding as it requires; lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces using hand and/or power tools. They should be detail oriented and have excellent customer service skills.
HVAC, is an abbreviation for “heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.” A HVAC technician installs, maintains, and repairs heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. Some technicians concentrate on only one type of system, while others offer a wide range of services for heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems (HVAC/R) that control the temperature and humidity in buildings.
Their work is physically demanding as it requires; lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces using hand and/or power tools. While HVAC technicians mostly work indoors, they sometimes also handle outdoor equipment, sometimes under strenuous weather conditions. They should be detail oriented and have excellent customer service skills.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median income for plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters nationwide is over $50,620 annually. That’s significantly higher than the national median income for all occupations at $36,200.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary of HVAC technicians as of May 2016 was $45,910. The highest 10 percent of earners in the HVAC field earned upwards of $73,000.
