Plumbing Schools in Kannapolis, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare plumbing programs in Kannapolis, North Carolina. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Plumbing Schools Near Kannapolis, NC

#1

Forsyth Technical Community College

Winston-Salem, NC 45.9 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

#2

Cleveland Community College

Shelby, NC 49.9 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 837
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Guilford Technical Community College

Jamestown, NC 54.2 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

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

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Career Overview

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