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Training NYC Tradespeople Since 1945
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Long Island City, NYC
Berk Trade & Business School

Your Trade Career Starts Here.

Train as an electrician or plumber in as little as 5 months. 600 hours of hands-on, job-ready skills at one of NYC’s longest-running trade schools — founded 1945.

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80+ Years Training NYC
95% Graduation Rate
5 Mo. Complete Daytime
~70% Job Placement Rate*
Our Programs

Two Trades. One Address.

Focused 600-hour programs in electrical installation and plumbing — each combining classroom theory with approximately 70% hands-on shop training.

Student practicing electrical wiring in Berk Trade School lab
Electrical

Electrical Installation Program

Master residential and commercial wiring, panel installation, conduit work, NEC code, and job-site safety in a professional lab setting — with instructors who have lived the trade.

Duration
5 Months (Day) · 7.5 Mo. Evenings
Training Hours
600 Hours ~70% Hands-On Lab
Entry Req.
HS Diploma or GED · Age 18+
Includes
Tool Kit In Tuition
Curriculum Covers
Residential WiringPanel Installation Conduit WorkBlueprint Reading NEC & NYC CodeOSHA Safety Load CalculationsTroubleshooting
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Student installing plumbing pipes in Berk Trade School lab
Plumbing

Comprehensive Plumbing Program

Learn pipe layout, fixture installation, DWV systems, gas piping, and NYC plumbing code in a fully equipped lab — covering the hands-on skills plumbing employers need from day one.

Duration
5 Months (Day) · 7.5 Mo. Evenings
Training Hours
600 Hours ~70% Hands-On Lab
Entry Req.
HS Diploma or GED · Age 18+
Includes
Tool Kit In Tuition
Curriculum Covers
Pipe InstallationDWV Systems Fixture InstallGas Piping PVC & PEX MethodsBlueprint Reading NYC Plumbing CodeSoldering & Threading
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Bureau of Labor Statistics Data

The Trades Are Booming. Your Timing Is Right.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects faster-than-average growth for electricians through 2034 — with tens of thousands of new openings each year across the country and strong median wages in both trades.

9%
Electrician Job Growth
2024–2034 projected growth, much faster than the average for all occupations
Much Faster Than Average
BLS Source ↗
81K
Electrician Openings / Year
Projected average annual openings in the electrician field over the next decade
Annual Average
BLS Source ↗
44K
Plumbing Openings / Year
Projected average annual openings for plumbers, pipefitters & steamfitters through 2034
Annual Average
BLS Source ↗
818K
Electricians in the U.S.
Total current employment of electricians — a large, established trade with growing demand
Active Workforce
BLS Source ↗

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook — Electricians and Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters. Data reflects 2024–2034 national projections. Individual outcomes vary.

Career Pathways

From Classroom to Career.

Berk graduates enter the workforce at the entry level and build from there. Explore how your career can develop after graduation.

1
At Berk · 0–5 Months
Electrical Installation Program

600 hours of classroom theory and hands-on shop training. NEC code, panel installation, conduit, blueprint reading, and OSHA safety. Tool kit included.

2
Entry-Level · 0–2 Years
Electrician Helper / Electrical Technician Aide

Supervised entry-level roles in electrical installation, facilities, construction, and building maintenance across NYC. Graduates have found roles with employers including MTA and Con Edison.

💼 MTA, Con Edison, Facilities & Contractors
3
Intermediate Field Experience · 2–5+ Years
On-the-Job Experience & License Progress

Gain supervised field experience with licensed electrical contractors while working toward local electrician licensing requirements in New York State and NYC. This stage focuses on structured, real-world jobsite training that builds your skills, hours, and readiness for more advanced licensed roles in the region.

📋 New York Electrician Licensing & Experience Overview
4
Advanced Licensed Roles · 5–10+ Years
Experienced Licensed Electrician / Master-Level Paths

Experienced, fully licensed electricians often see their opportunities grow over time. With additional experience and credentials, many move into leadership roles such as lead electrician, foreman, master electrician, or business owner, overseeing teams and larger projects.

1
At Berk · 0–5 Months
Comprehensive Plumbing Program

600 hours covering pipe systems, DWV, fixture installation, gas piping, blueprint reading, and NYC plumbing code — all in fully equipped lab settings. Tool kit included.

2
Entry-Level · 0–2 Years
Plumbing Helper / Pipe Installation Support

Entry-level plumbing roles in residential, commercial, and facilities settings across NYC. Building maintenance, construction support, and contractor helper positions available.

💼 Contractors, Facilities, Property Management
3
Intermediate Field Experience · 2–5+ Years
Plumbing License Development

Gain supervised, real-world plumbing experience while working toward local licensing requirements in New York State and NYC. As you build your skills and qualifications, you become more competitive for licensed plumbing roles in a market where NYC’s strict standards keep demand high and wages strong.

📋 New York Plumbing Licensing & Experience Overview
4
Long-Term · 5–10+ Years
Licensed Plumber / Advanced Roles

Licensed plumbers are needed in communities across the country, especially in busy metropolitan areas. In the NYC region, strict building codes and the scale of construction and maintenance work create ongoing demand for experienced licensed plumbers, particularly those who move into supervisory or business‑owner roles.

Students training in Berk Trade School hands-on lab with experienced instructor

70% of Your Training Is Hands-On.

At Berk, you’re not watching a screen or reading from a manual. You’re in the shop, working with real tools, real materials, and real electrical and plumbing systems — under the guidance of instructors who spent their careers in the field.

70%
Hands-On Lab
30%
Classroom Theory
Free
1-on-1 Tutoring
95%
Graduation Rate
Why Students Choose Berk

Built for Students Who Finish.

Our 95% graduation rate — far above the 56% national college average and outperforming 76% of private vocational schools in New York — is the result of five deliberate commitments baked into every program.

01

Instructors From the Trade

Our instructors are working tradespeople with decades of field experience — not career academics. They know NYC codes, union standards, and what employers actually look for on day one.

02

Dedicated Academic Support

Academic advisors monitor every student’s progress and intervene proactively. You won’t fall through the cracks — advisors know your name, your schedule, and your challenges.

03

Flexible Makeup Hours

Life happens. Berk’s formal makeup-hours policy ensures that unavoidable absences don’t derail your path. Every missed hour is recoverable through structured, supervised sessions.

04

Free One-on-One Tutoring

Complimentary tutoring is available to every enrolled student at no extra cost. Instructor-led sessions target your specific knowledge gaps — not generic review material.

05

Hands-On Learning That Sticks

With approximately 70% of training in the shop lab, you build real skills through repetition and practice — not memorization. Muscle memory and professional habits develop from day one.

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Professional Tool Kit — Included

Every enrolled student receives a professional-grade tool kit at the end of the theory section of their program. No need to purchase tools before your first class.

Financial Aid

Multiple Ways to Pay.

Berk is approved to accept a range of federal and state funding sources. Eligible students may be able to significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs.

Federal Pell Grant
Need-based federal grant for eligible students — does not need to be repaid. Complete the FAFSA at studentaid.gov to find out if you qualify.
Federal Student Loans
Federal student loans may be available to eligible students who complete FAFSA. Flexible repayment options available. Contact admissions to learn more.
Veterans Benefits (VA)
Berk accepts VA education benefits for eligible veterans and service members. Contact our admissions team to learn about VA-approved funding for your program.
ACCES-VR Funding
New York State’s vocational rehabilitation program may fund training for eligible individuals with disabilities. Berk is approved to accept ACCES-VR funding.

Questions about financial aid? Our admissions team will walk you through every option. Call 718-729-0909 or fill out the form below.

Student Voices

Real Students. Real Results.

Berk Trade School’s electrical program gave me the exact skills I needed to launch my electrical career — from multimeter testing and system wiring to a deep understanding of electrical theory and Ohm’s law.

Savannah B.
Class of 2026 · Electrical Program · Field Technician, Hercules

I was inspired by my instructor Ibrahim, who is both a licensed electrician and an electrical engineer. I’m incredibly thankful for his mentorship — and for the strong, supportive bond I shared with my classmates.

Ayelle B.
Class of 2026 · Electrical Program

Around 30–40% of new students come to Berk through referrals from graduates, alumni, and their families. That’s the most powerful endorsement any school can have.

Training NYC Tradespeople Since 1945

Start Your Trade Career This Year.

Day and evening schedules available. Financial aid for those who qualify. No prior experience required.

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30–40% of New Students

Come to Berk through referrals from graduates, alumni, and their families — the strongest endorsement a trade school can earn.