Find your
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the trades

Providing pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship and certification training in the Piping Trades: Plumbing, Sprinklerfitting, Steamfitting and Welding.

UAPICBC is dedicated to providing an educational pathway for women, youth, newcomers, and Indigenous Peoples. Please contact our offices to inquire about our tuition free, funded programs and start your journey today!

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Programs

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Pre-Apprenticeship

Pre-Apprenticeship programs provide you the fundamental skills necessary to succeed in your selected trade.

Apprenticeship

The apprenticeship programs gives you the opportunity to obtain your RED Seal certification, a nationally recognized certification.

Welding

Ever been fascinated by the idea of joining metal? Interested in having a good-paying, portable, practical skill? Learning to weld can open many career doors.

UA Piping Industry College of BC

The Piping Industry Apprenticeship Board (PIAB); doing business as the UA Piping Industry College of BC (UAPICBC) is a United Association Trade School providing pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship and certification training in the Piping Trades: Plumbing, Sprinklerfitting, Steamfitting and Welding.