More Information to Follow for 2027
We initiated our apprenticeship program in 1976, celebrating the first graduating class in 1980.
From the first class of 43 apprentices in 1980, to the Class of 2026’s 278 graduates, ABC of Iowa has graduated a total of 5,946 apprentices.
Outstanding Graduate Award
Among 2026's graduates, ABC honored four with the Outstanding Graduate Award. The Board of Trustees select one graduate from all of the instructor’s nominations to represent each trade.
The Outstanding Graduate Award is given to the exceptional apprentice in each trade. Each of these graduates was nominated by an instructor based on attendance, attitude, effort, grades, participation and for going above and beyond.
ELECTRICAL
Matthew Oakley, A-Lert Construction Services
HVAC
Tanner Spurlin, Reeves Heating & Cooling Inc.
PLUMBING
LaSane Bitterman, Hometown Mechanical
SHEET METAL
Andrew Jillson, Lozier Heating & Cooling, Inc.
MILLWRIGHT
Edgar Carrion, Keen Project Solutions
