ABC of Virginia

ABC of Virginia: Electrician

A U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship providing paid on-the-job training and related technical instruction in electrical installation and maintenance. Apprentices develop skills in wiring, conduit systems, panel installation, and code compliance under journey-level supervision, earning progressive wages toward a nationally recognized credential in the construction trades.

ABC of Virginia: HVAC

A U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship providing paid on-the-job training in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system installation and service. Apprentices develop skills in equipment setup, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance under journey-level supervision, earning progressive wages toward a nationally recognized credential.

ABC of Virginia: Painter

A U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship delivering paid on-the-job training in commercial and residential painting and surface finishing. Apprentices develop surface preparation, coating application, and finish quality skills under journey-level supervision, earning progressive wages toward a nationally recognized credential in the construction trades.

ABC of Virginia: Plumber

A U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship delivering paid on-the-job training in residential and commercial plumbing installation and repair. Apprentices develop skills in pipe fitting, fixture installation, and systems testing under journey-level supervision, earning progressive wages toward a nationally recognized credential in the construction trades.

ABC of Virginia: Welder

A U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship delivering paid on-the-job training in precision welding and metal joining. Apprentices develop skills in MIG, TIG, and arc welding techniques, blueprint reading, and quality inspection under journey-level supervision, earning progressive wages toward a nationally recognized credential in the manufacturing and construction trades.