Lowe’s Certificate Program Opportunities
Available Tracks
Ready to dive into the world of trades? Explore each track below to find the perfect fit for your skills and career goals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance, there’s something here for everyone.
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HVAC Track
The courses in the HVAC Track will start you off with the basic theoretical understanding you need to get started in the industry, including familiarity with the kinds of tools and components you’ll encounter in the industry and how to work with them safely. You’ll then get the chance to apply this knowledge by learning how to diagnose and fix a comprehensive range of faults in a number of different types of HVAC equipment.
A career in HVAC is perfect for those who:
- Enjoy math.
- Don’t mind working in harsh, hot, or humid conditions.
- Are comfortable with the need for Continuing Education Units (CEUs available through Interplay Learning) throughout career.
Plumbing Track
The Plumbing Track will lay the groundwork for your plumbing career by building familiarity with basic math, the fixtures and fittings you’ll encounter when on the job, the principles behind how plumbing systems function and plumbing code. You’ll then apply that knowledge by tackling a range of installation, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on water heaters, fixtures and piping systems.
A career in Plumbing is perfect for those who:
- Enjoy problem solving.
- Are comfortable working with sewage and other hazardous waste materials.
- Would prefer working traditional hours with only the occasional night or weekend.
Multi-Family Track
A career in the Multi-Family Maintenance industry often means wearing many different hats, Multi-Family Certificate Track covers diverse topics from HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical, always providing a basis of knowledge in theory and safety. You’ll also get the opportunity to become familiar with a diverse range of maintenance and repair tasks in each of these areas so that you’re prepared for any job that may come your way.
This pathway will also equip you with product knowledge across the trades that can lead to career opportunities with the Lowe’s outside sales team.
A career in Multi-Family is perfect for those who:
- Enjoy working with the same people on a daily basis.
- Would benefit from a discounted place to live (most apartment complexes offer discounts to their technicians in return for on-call maintenance hours).
- Enjoy solving many maintenance challenges across most major technical trades (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Appliance Repair, etc).
Appliance Repair Track
The Appliance Repair Track is a great way to get familiar with household appliances, starting with the tools you’ll use every day and how to work with them safely. Next, you’ll dive into learning electrical concepts so that you’re ready for your final step – a comprehensive understanding of dishwashers, refrigerators, and built-in cooking so you know how you will troubleshoot and repair these appliances in the field.
A career in Appliance Repair is perfect for those who:
- Want an entry-level career without an apprenticeship (many appliance repair providers do not require an apprenticeship to start).
- Want to own their own small business and set schedule, pricing, and service offerings.
- Enjoy problem solving across a wide array of appliances (ovens and stove tops, refrigerators, dishwashers, etc).
Electrical Track
The Electrical Track is a great way to get familiar with fundamental electrical concepts to help you get started in the industry. You’ll learn about circuits, electrical devices, and tools, including how to use them safely. Finally, you’ll be able to put it all together by diving in to electrical installation and wiring.
A career in Electrical is perfect for those who:
- Don’t mind having math weaved into their everyday duties. An electrician has to measure currents, volts, and calculate the correct amount of cable required.
- Enjoy critical thinking and frequent problem-solving. Electricians face problems ranging from complex issues, like wiring, to basic ones, like choosing the correct cable size.
- Are self-driven learners who can keep up with changing regulatory requirements.
Residential Construction Track
The courses in the Residential Construction Track will start with building a foundational knowledge of the tools and equipment you’ll encounter day-to-day and how to work with them safely. You’ll learn how to build a home from the ground up, from framing to exterior finishing, all while exposing you to critical knowledge of HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing practices.
A career in Residential Construction is perfect for those who:
- Can keep up with physically demanding work. Strength and stamina are essential for carrying out many tasks on a job site.
- Are interested in learning about building and engineering. Familiarity with the skills, materials, and tools needed on a job site is invaluable to a construction worker’s skill set.
- Enjoy collaboration. Workers who can communicate well will be able to motivate their team and ensure the project gets completed on schedule.
Utility Maintenance Track
The Utility Maintenance Track will equip Lowe’s learners with the skills they need in order to seek a Utility Maintenance role on the Lowe’s Supply Chain team.
The Utility Maintenance Track is perfect for those who:
- Are interested in learning and have a talent for understanding how things work.
- Excel at paying very close attention to the tiniest details. Whether it’s inspecting or fixing complex utility systems, they make sure everything is just right to keep everything running smoothly and safely.
- Are master problem solvers. They can quickly figure out what’s wrong with a machine and come up with clever solutions, even in high-pressure situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, however each user can only take one pathway at a time. Reach out to support@interplaylearning.com to be added to your next pathway once you have completed your current one.
Yes! Access the training here (and save this link for later). You are encouraged to train at home at your own pace. You may access your training at work during approved break times if you have access to a laptop or tablet from your break room, however, training in a quiet environment away from distractions is the fastest way to retain the knowledge you learn.
At this time, most of our courses are offered in both English and Spanish. For help on updating your language preferences, click here for instructions in Spanish, or here for English. Future languages are being considered, to submit your request, please contact lowes@interplaylearning.com.
The program is designed to help you start working in the trades, giving you the knowledge and skills to become more marketable to employers. Track to the Trades is like a pre-apprentice program. We work with your market leadership to connect you with a potential installer/provider.
To learn more about the different trades, including the skills required and earning potential, you can learn more on the Lowe’s Generation T website. We also encourage you to talk to your peers and browse the internet for advice about entry-level roles.
The Track to the Trades program is a self-paced, online course, including pre-recorded videos and simulations. You are welcome to complete all of the tracks, but they must be completed one at a time. Lowe’s covers the cost, so the program is free.
The curriculum gives you a baseline understanding of the trades. At the end, you will not be a professional, but you will have the terminology and know-how to get started in an entry-level role in the trades.
Send an email to support@interplaylearning.com, including your sales ID and store email, along with which Track you want to work on next, and they will get you enrolled!
These are optional certifications that can help boost your resume and are offered at no additional cost. OSHA 10 is recommended for all learners and applies to safety guidelines in every industry, while EPA 608 and NATE are specific to HVAC equipment and recommended for individuals who will be working in that field.