Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter
Program Availability
Schools Offering
27
57 total including inactive
States
12
Across 12 states
Graduates (2024)
576
Total completions
Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 12 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Texas, Wisconsin and Tennessee.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$78,690
First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
Job Growth
+5.3%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$4,912
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers. In-state tuition ranges from $2,040 to $11,520, and the work is primarily outdoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Building things
- Working with hands
- Organization
- Data management
- Leadership roles
- Sales
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; leading, influencing, and persuading others?
Do you value coordination?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter?
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