About The Plumbing Training Institute
The Plumbing Training Institute was established to strengthen the plumbing and related skilled-trades workforce through focused education, preparation, and professional development.
Our purpose is rooted in a simple principle: a well-trained workforce plays a vital role in protecting public health, safety, and welfare. Plumbing professionals are responsible for systems that directly affect safe water, sanitation, gas distribution, and the everyday operation of homes, businesses, and communities. PTI exists to help those professionals build and demonstrate the knowledge needed to perform that work safely and successfully.
At this stage, the Institute’s primary focus is on licensing exam preparation and technical readiness. Our training is designed to help industry professionals strengthen their understanding of applicable codes, technical principles, and practical concepts as they prepare for the next step in their careers.
PTI was created with the long-term goal of supporting a stronger, more capable skilled-trades workforce in Louisiana. As the Institute grows, its programs may expand to meet evolving workforce, training, and professional-development needs while remaining grounded in industry relevance and public safety.
Our Focus
PTI is committed to:
Providing practical, industry-relevant training
Supporting professionals preparing for licensing examinations
Strengthening technical and code knowledge
Promoting competency and professionalism within the trades
Supporting the protection of public health and safety through a qualified workforce
Built for the Trades
The Plumbing Training Institute was developed with an understanding of the real-world demands faced by plumbing and skilled-trade professionals. Our goal is to provide straightforward, meaningful training that helps participants build confidence, strengthen knowledge, and advance professionally.
Whether preparing for a licensing examination or building a stronger technical foundation, PTI is committed to helping skilled professionals prepare for what comes next.
Board of Directors
Aubrey Brand, Chair
Luke Hall, Vice-Chair
Cristen Marcotte, Secretary/Treasurer
John Amedee, Director
Jason Martin, Director
Crystal Carter, Executive Director
PTI was founded with the support of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of Louisiana (PHCCLA), building on the association’s longstanding commitment to education and a strong, qualified skilled-trades workforce. PTI is separately governed as an independent nonprofit organization.
The Plumbing Training Institute is a Louisiana nonprofit corporation organized for educational and charitable purposes. An application for recognition of federal tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) is pending with the Internal Revenue Service.
