ARPEC has transformed the lives of countless individuals in our local community by offering outstanding career opportunities, especially for those who may not have had the means to afford private technical school tuition or take on the burden of student loans required for college. As more people recognize that a college degree does not guarantee success, the trades are emerging as a powerful alternative.

ARPEC offers hands-on training with job placement, providing a direct, debt-free path to a rewarding, respected career in an industry known for its essential role in maintaining comfort and energy efficiency in buildings. With annual wage and benefit increases, our graduates enjoy strong earning potential from the start. To learn more, visit our Program Overview page.

We invite you to visit our school and see firsthand how ARPEC is creating meaningful career opportunities within the community. Contact us to schedule a tour and learn how we can work together to build a brighter future for those you serve.

Good candidates at ARPEC

ARPEC’s Local Impact

  • Safer, More Productive Workforce
  • Equal Pay for Equal Work
  • Keeping Money Local
  • Providing Opportunities to the Community

Unlike other tech schools, ARPEC combines classroom instruction with on-the-job training that we’ll arrange for each student. We’ll arrange employment that will provide the real-world experience they will need to learn and grow in their career. You can find our students working in a variety of settings, including hospitals, restaurants, office buildings, boutique stores, entertainment venues, manufacturing facilities and more.

Program Overview

ARPEC is different from other tech schools in several important ways.

  • No student loan debt. We provide a full scholarship for each student, including textbooks and tablet computers.
  • No hunting for jobs, hoping someone will give you a chance to get their foot in the door. ARPEC provides job placement for apprentices, so they will begin their career journey immediately.
  • Guaranteed hands-on training. We provide shops and labs equipped with the latest equipment. We’ll provide all of the tools and equipment they will need to train on.
  • No wondering if your instructor is qualified to teach. Each of our instructors is an industry expert.
  • No getting lost in the shuffle. We provide training in small groups, whether in the classroom or in our shops and labs.
  • No haggling with employers, wondering if they will ever get a raise. Each year, they will receive increases in wages and benefits, guaranteed.

Do you know of someone within your community who could benefit from a full scholarship and excellent career as a HVACR Service Technician or Pipefitter? Please share our website with them and encourage them to apply. Click here to view our admissions requirements.