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Step 1
Take high school classes that will help you lay the foundation for a career as a skilled industrial worker. A general knowledge of mathematics as well as training in drafting, mechanical drawing and shop will help you. Such skills are very useful whether you become a pipe fitter or opt to pursue a different technical trade.
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Step 2
Check with your local community colleges to see if any of them offer a pipe fitter training course. You should anticipate attending school full-time while you complete your training, so make whatever financial arrangements may be necessary to finance your education.
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Step 3
Locate a trade school that offers specialized instruction in pipe fitter training. The Trade Schools Guide at Trade-Schools.net offers information on pipe fitter courses as well as a wide range of other trades (see Resources below). You may find the most comprehensive education at an institute that specializes in training pipe fitters, but you should always contact the institution if you have any questions about their accreditation.
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Step 4
Become an apprentice. There are several ways you can go about finding an apprenticeship. Most often, you will locate one by contacting the various pipe fitting companies in your town, city or region, but you can also take advantage of registered apprenticeship programs through the U.S. Department of Labor (see Resources below).
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Step 5
Complete any licensure examinations that may be required by the state in which you live. Your apprenticeship or enrollment in an accredited trade or vocational school will prepare you for success. You'll become a registered pipe fitter once you complete all state licensing requirements.
