Plumbing Schools in Burlington, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare plumbing programs in Burlington, North Carolina. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Plumbing Schools Near Burlington, NC

#1

Guilford Technical Community College

Jamestown, NC 25.6 miles away BOC Score 35.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,320
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,696
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 31%
  • Programs offered: 72
  • Annual completions: 2,212
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Forsyth Technical Community College

Winston-Salem, NC 44.8 miles away BOC Score 52.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 2,058
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Wake Technical Community College

Raleigh, NC 52 miles away BOC Score 55.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 5,606
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Fayetteville Technical Community College

Fayetteville, NC 76 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 4,671
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

North Carolina Plumbing Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $57,080 $27.44 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $63,800 $30.67 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 47-2152 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Plumbing code taught (IPC, UPC, or state-specific code)
  • Apprenticeship connections (4-5 year, 8,000+ hour pathway)
  • State journeyman and master plumber licensing steps
  • Hands-on lab hours (residential and commercial systems)
  • OSHA safety certification and backflow prevention training

Next Steps

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

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