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Hilbert College and Cellino Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric are partnering to expand workforce development opportunities in the skilled trades. Together, the organizations are developing educational and training pathways that prepare students for careers in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and other high-demand fields while supporting workforce needs across Western New York.

Cellino's Trades Program

Interested in exploring a career in the skilled trades? Visit Cellino's Trades Program to learn more about available career pathways and current opportunities, or contact Hilbert College to learn about upcoming workforce development programs and educational offerings made possible through this partnership.

A New Approach to Workforce Development

Together, Hilbert College and Cellino are developing innovative training opportunities designed to make careers in the trades more accessible for students, career changers, veterans, and adult learners.

Current and future initiatives may include:

  • Trade-focused certification programs
  • Continuing education and professional development courses
  • Hands-on technical boot camps
  • Apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship pathways
  • Workforce development partnerships with regional employers
  • Career exploration opportunities for high school students and adults

These programs are being designed to provide practical, industry-relevant training while preparing participants for immediate employment and long-term career growth.

Industry-Aligned Learning

As one of Western New York’s leading home service providers, Cellino brings real-world expertise to the partnership. Through collaboration with industry professionals, Hilbert College will continue exploring opportunities that connect classroom learning with workforce needs, ensuring students develop the skills employers are seeking.

The partnership also supports broader regional economic development by strengthening the pipeline of qualified professionals entering high-demand skilled trades careers.

Expanding Educational Opportunities

This collaboration is part of Hilbert College’s ongoing investment in innovative workforce initiatives that complement the College’s traditional academic programs.

By working alongside industry partners, Hilbert is expanding educational offerings that serve learners at every stage of their careers—from individuals entering the workforce for the first time to experienced professionals seeking to build new skills or transition into growing industries.

As new programs become available, additional information, enrollment details, and application opportunities will be announced.

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