PHCC Academy®
Education built for contractors by contractors
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Discover training designed specifically for plumbing, HVACR, and business leadership. Click a category below to view all courses and start learning today.
What is PHCC Academy®?
The PHCC Educational Foundation empowers the plumbing and HVACR industry workforce through innovative education and training designed for every stage of a career through PHCC Academy®.
From those just exploring their options to seasoned business owners, our programs help individuals and contractors thrive because a skilled, knowledgeable workforce drives the success of every business and the industry as a whole.
Through a comprehensive contractor life cycle education model—starting with workforce development—PHCC Academy® offers tailored training for apprentices, technicians, and business leaders. Our programs:
- Help you decide if plumbing or HVACR is the right career path.
- Equip you to become an expert in your trade.
- Support contractors in hiring, developing, and retaining skilled employees.
By investing in education, we’re not just teaching skills—we’re building confidence, professionalism, and a stronger future for the industry. With PHCC, every lesson is a step toward better careers, better businesses, and a thriving plumbing and HVACR workforce.
Why Use the PHCCWA Academy?
- Virtual & On-Demand: Train your team anytime, anywhere with no travel, no downtime, no excuses.
- Strengthens Company Culture: Structured learning fosters accountability, pride, and teamwork that raises the standard across your business.
- Boosts Profitability: Better-trained employees mean fewer callbacks, faster jobs, and happier customers with clear return on investment.
- Retains & Attracts Talent: Offering education signals you're invested in your people and top talent stays where they can grow.
- Maximizes ROI: A modest investment in education leads to long-term gains in productivity, loyalty, and brand reputation.
- Built by Contractors, for Contractors: Content is practical, relevant, and shaped by the challenges of real jobsite experiences.
- Soft Skills that Stick: Students are encouraged to opt into Trade Traction with Dennis the Apprentice covering real-world skills like: Accountability & punctuality, strong communication, work ethic & initiative, professionalism & respect, goal setting & personal growth, and adaptability on the jobsite.