Classes Currently Enrolling
Plumbing Tier I

This class follows the State curriculum and is designed to introduce you to the plumbing field. This class will meet the required 110 hours of related theory instruction. In addition, provide 90 hours of hands on instruction from licensed instructors as well as industry representatives.
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Anyone interested in applying for this 15-week program please enter your information here and then you must contact one of the following MassHire Career Centers for program eligibility: For questions, visit minutemanti.org or call Minuteman Technical Institute at 781-861-7151. Additional Information: New Plumbing Board regulations allow students into Tier I without being a registered apprentice. Apprentice cards need to be in hand prior to the start of Tier II. Minuteman recommends that apprentice applications be submitted by November 1st to ensure apprentice applications have time to be processed through the Plumbing Board. |
Attendance for all classes is crucial. If you are absent for 2 classes, you may be dismissed from the program.
Required: All students must bring their current code book to all classes.
| Location | Minuteman Technical Institute |
| Dates | 1/20/2026 - 5/21/2026 |
| Days | Monday through Thursday |
| Times | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Instructor | Frank LaRosa and Kyle Romano |
| Fees | Free for qualified candidates |
Plumbing Tier II

Prerequisite: You must have completed Tier I. If you have completed this at a location other than Minuteman Technical Institute, please provide a copy of your signed verification form showing shop and school hours completed. You must be a registered apprentice and currently working in the plumbing trade. Apprentice verification will be determined prior to the start of class.
This class follows the State curriculum and is designed to prepare you to sit for the Massachusetts State Examination for the Journeyman Plumbing License. Class will meet for the required 110 hours.
Attendance for all classes is crucial. If you are absent for 2 classes, you may be dismissed from the program.
Required: All students must bring their current code book to all classes.
*Payment plans available upon request. Please call 781-861-7151.
| Location | Minuteman Technical Institute |
| Dates | 6/02/26 - 9/17/26 |
| Days | Wednesday |
| Times | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Instructor | Brazeau, Robert |
| Fees | $975.00 |
Plumbing Tiers III

Prerequisite: You must have completed Tier II. If you have completed this at a location other than Minuteman Technical Institute, please provide a copy of your signed verification form showing shop and school hours completed. You must be a registered apprentice and currently working in the plumbing trade. Apprentice verification will be determined prior to the start of class.
This class follows the State curriculum and is designed to prepare you to sit for the Massachusetts State Examination for the Journeyman Plumbing License. Class will meet for the required 110 hours.
Attendance for all classes is crucial. If you are absent for 2 classes, you may be dismissed from the program.
Required: All students must bring their current code book to all classes.
*Payment plans available upon request. Please call 781-861-7151.
| Location | Minuteman Technical Institute |
| Dates | 10/15/25 - 5/20/26 |
| Days | Wednesday |
| Times | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Instructor | Harding-Commane, Ryan |
| Fees | $975.00 |
Plumbing Tiers IV

Prerequisite: You must have completed Tier III. If you have completed this at a location other than Minuteman Technical Institute, please provide a copy of your signed verification form showing shop and school hours completed. You must be a registered apprentice and currently working in the plumbing trade. Apprentice verification will be determined prior to the start of class.
This class follows the State curriculum and is designed to prepare you to sit for the Massachusetts State Examination for the Journeyman Plumbing License. Class will meet for the required 110 hours.
Attendance for all classes is crucial. If you are absent for 2 classes, you may be dismissed from the program.
Required: All students must bring their current code book to all classes.
*Payment plans available upon request. Please call 781-861-7151.
| Location | Minuteman Technical Institute |
| Dates | 10/07/25 - 5/19/26 |
| Days | Wednesday |
| Times | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Instructor | Brazeau, Robert |
| Fees | $975.00 |
Plumbing Tiers V

Prerequisite: You must have completed Tier IV. If you have completed this at a location other than Minuteman Technical Institute, please provide a copy of your signed verification form showing shop and school hours completed. You must be a registered apprentice and currently working in the plumbing trade. Apprentice verification will be determined prior to the start of class.
This class follows the State curriculum and is designed to prepare you to sit for the Massachusetts State Examination for the Journeyman Plumbing License. Class will meet for the required 110 hours.
Attendance for all classes is crucial. If you are absent for 2 classes, you may be dismissed from the program.
Required: All students must bring their current code book to all classes.
*Payment plans available upon request. Please call 781-861-7151.
| Location | Minuteman Technical Institute |
| Dates | 10/09/25 - 5/21/26 |
| Days | Wednesday |
| Times | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Instructor | Brazeau, Robert |
| Fees | $975.00 |
Carpentry Pre-Apprentice Program

APPLYING FOR 15-WEEK PROGRAMS
This course is free for qualified applicants with a focus on unemployed or under-employed individuals, which includes recent high school graduates. The course is funded through a grant from the Governor’s Workforce Skills Cabinet.
Anyone interested in applying for this 15-week program please enter your information here and then you must contact one of the following MassHire Career Centers for program eligibility:
For questions, visit minutemanti.org or call Minuteman Technical Institute at 781-861-7151.
About the Program
The 200-hour program provides participants with training in proper use of hand tools and equipment, framing, concrete work, project management, and more.
Training will take place in the Minuteman's carpentry shop, at the Carpenter’s Training Centers in Dorchester and Millbury, and at other live sites in the area.
The instructors have many years of experience in construction and carpentry and are actively working in the field.
The MTI Carpentry program is held in collaboration with the North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (NASRCC) and the North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund (NASCTF).
| Location | Minuteman Technical Institute |
| Dates | 1/20/26 - 5/21/26 |
| Days | Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday |
| Times |
Tuesday and Thursday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Instructor | Tom Akers |
| Fees | Free for qualified candidates |
Welding

APPLYING FOR 15-WEEK PROGRAMS
This course is free for qualified applicants with a focus on unemployed or under-employed individuals, which includes recent high school graduates. The course is funded through a grant from the Governor’s Workforce Skills Cabinet.
Anyone interested in applying for this 15-week program please enter your information here and then you must contact one of the following MassHire Career Centers for program eligibility:
For questions, visit minutemanti.org or call Minuteman Technical Institute at 781-861-7151.
About the Program
The Welding program provides students with real-world experience and the opportunity to test for certifications sought by employers. The students will be trained in many forms of welding using up-to-date equipment, including but not limited to oxyacetylene cutting and welding (OAC/W), shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), resistance welding (spot welding), some soldering (silver soldering), arc gouging and cutting (air arc). Students can obtain the following certifications: OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety, Hot Work, American Welding Society d1.1, and Mass. Highway D1.5. Hours and experience can be used toward attaining an apprenticeship and Ironworker Journeyman's License following completion of the program.
| Location | Minuteman Technical Institute |
| Dates | 1/20/26 - 5/21/26 |
| Days | Monday through Thursday |
| Times | 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Instructor | Robert Malkasian, Paul Damon |
| Fees | Free for qualified candidates |
