As a skilled tradesperson, an electrician designs, installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems in residential homes, commercial enterprises, and industrial facilities. If you’re detail-oriented, have good organizational and time management skills, can work independently, and communicate effectively, a career as a General Electrician might be a great choice. Electrician training programs offered by vocational schools and colleges will provide the foundational knowledge and technical skills required for a career as an electrical technician. Programs include theory and hands-on work in electrical wiring, electrical codes, and workplace safety. Extensive hands-on projects provide the experience you need to transition to the work environment.
In California, it is essential that you attend a state-approved program to obtain a license from the State Board. You must apply for registration as an Electrician Trainee after enrolling in an approved program. As an Electrician Trainee, you must work under the supervision of a certified electrician that supervises only one electrician trainee.
InterCoast Colleges
The Electrical Training course offered by InterCoast Colleges provides students with knowledge and skills to qualify for entry-level employment in electrical trade. The theory and practical training will cover the fundamentals of electricity and power distribution, basic trade mathematics, commercial, industrial, and residential wiring requirements, national electrical code requirements, and employment options in residential wiring, electrical wiring, commercial and industrial wiring and other areas. A hybrid training option is available that gives students the opportunity to complete the lab and hands-on training on campus and complete the theory online. Practical activities guided by experienced and qualified faculty give students real-work experience in preparation for the world of work.
Program overview:
Electrical Technician Training Program
Duration: 50 Weeks
Contact hours: 900
Prerequisites:
- Must take and pass the Wonderlic entrance exam with a minimum score of 13
- Must have a high school diploma or GED – must provide documented proof of high school graduation
- Applicants without a high school diploma may be considered for admission after taking and passing an independently administered ability-to-benefit
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Complete an interview with a school representative
- Must demonstrate motivation and interest in the program
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must have a T Card (Electrical Trainee)
- Submit a completed application form and enrollment agreement
Program cost:
The cost of tuition is $19,500 for students who complete the program on time. The cost of books and supplies is not included in the cost.
Website: https://www.intercoast.edu/programs/electrical-training-program/
Address: 1720 E Garry Ave, Suites 103, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: 714-712-7900
California Electrical Training, Inc.
The Electrical Training Program offered by California Electrical Training teaches students the essentials required to work as an Electrical Trainee under a contractor. The content will cover fundamental concepts in preparation for the state exam. The program is approved by the State of California and is offered in both English and Spanish. Students have the option to attend classes online or on-site according to their needs and learning styles.
Program overview:
Electrical Training Program
Duration: 10 quarters (3 months/quarter)
Contact hours: 300
Prerequisites:
- Must have a high school diploma or GED – must provide documented proof of high school graduation
- Submit a registration form online
- Attend an interview with an admission representative
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must have a T Card (Electrical Trainee)
Program cost:
The cost of tuition is $3,000 for English online training and $3,500 for Spanish online training.
Website: https://www.californiaelectricaltraining.com
Address: 3301 E Hill St #408, Signal Hill, CA 90755
Phone: (562) 485-9144
Email: bkadar@nlcaa.org
Southern California Institute of Technology
SCIT’s General Electrician program covers installation and maintenance techniques for residential, commercial and industrial electrical systems based on the national electrical code (NEC). Students will learn residential electrical installation, commercial electrical installation, and industrial electrical installation in the classroom and lab. Skill building projects will provide opportunities to learn electrical installation in a practical way. Experienced faculty will cover special electrical programs such as renewable energy installation, low voltage electrical installations, and other topics related to the industry. Core modules include electricity fundamentals, National Electrical Code, electric motors, and Programmable Logic Controller. The General Electrician curriculum is approved by the State of California, so students will be eligible to register with the state as an Electrician Trainee. Graduates may be eligible to enroll in the Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering at SCIT. Morning and evening schedules are available.
Program overview:
General Electrical Training Program
Duration: 8 months
Prerequisites:
- Complete an Application for Admission
- Take and pass a standardized entrance exam
- Attend an interview and campus tour
- Must be at least 17 years old
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
Program cost:
The cost of tuition is $18,390 for students who complete the program in normal time.
Website: https://www.scitech.edu/programs/general-electrician-diploma
Address: 525 North Muller Street, Anaheim, CA 92801
Phone: (714) 300-0300
Email: info@scitech.edu
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
LATTC offers an Electrical Construction and Maintenance Construction Technologies program to help students prepare for a career as an Electrician. Two pathways are available – one that leads to an Associate of Science degree and one that leads to a Certificates of Achievement. Full-time attendance for students who plan to pursue the AS degree as classroom and lab activities account for 24 hours and outside work requires an additional 12 hours. An Associate in Arts degree is available for persons who are already employed in the field and want to expand their skills. The AA is offered in an evening only schedule. Students will learn how to use electrical tools and equipment in accordance with industry and safety standards, perform electrical mathematical problems, and interpret information from the National Electrical Code.
Program overview:
Electrical Construction and Maintenance Construction Technologies program
Duration: 2 years
Major Units: 48
Prerequisites:
- Submit a completed LATTC Application online or in-person
- Complete the Self-Placement portion of the application using the HS transcript as a reference
- Login to the Student Portal and complete an Online Orientation
- Meet with a counselor and complete the education plan
- Make financial arrangements to pay for the program
Program cost:
The cost of tuition is $1,830 per year for resident students. The cost for books and supplies must be added to the final cost.
Website: http://www.lattc.edu/academics/pathways/cmu/certificates-degrees/electrical-construction-and-maintenance
Address: 400 West Washington Blvd, Los Angeles 90015
Phone: (213) 763-7000
Fax: (213) 763-5393
Long Beach City College
Long Beach City College prepares Electrical Technology students for entry-level employment in the electrical field. Students will learn how to install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment according to established standards. They will learn to lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on activities in the school’s modern Electrical Technology facilities. The program is approved by the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards and also meets the standards established by the California Department of Apprenticeship Standards for California Electrician Certification testing. Graduates will be eligible to take the Electrician’s Certification Exam.
Program overview:
Electrical Technology Certificate of Achievement
Duration: 45 weeks
Prerequisites:
- Apply to Long Beach City College
- Attend the LBCC Online Orientation
- Register on Learning Management System using a student ID number
- Attend an Electrical Technology Orientation
- Register for classes and pay the required fees
Program cost:
The cost of tuition is $5,748 for resident students who complete the program within normal time. The cost for books and supplies must be added to the final cost.
Website: https://www.lbcc.edu/program-electrical-technology
Address: 305 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90806
Phone: (562) 938-4111
West Valley Occupational Center
The Electrical Program at the West Valley Occupational Center follows a two-sequence. It provides students with technical instruction and practical experience in electrical concepts, trade mathematics, alternating current, direct current, Ohm’s Law, and resource management. Students will also learn wiring design, materials, and methods, permit requirements, wiring codes, compliance, and workplace safety. Classes meet Monday through Friday from 8:15 am to 12:30 pm.
Program overview:
Electrical I & II Fundamentals and Wiring and Codes
Duration: 8 weeks
Contact hours: 240
Prerequisites:
- Employment level English oral and written communication skills
Program cost:
The registration fee for the two-sequence program is $240 for Electrician I and $240 for Electrician II. The cost for books and supplies are not included
Website: https://www.wvoc.net/
Address: 6200 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Phone: (818) 346-3540 x220
Los Angeles Technology Center
The competency-based electrical course offered by LATC provides electrical technicians and electrical trainees with technical and practical experiences in trade mathematics, workplace safety, fundamental electrical concepts, storage batteries, permit requirements and code compliance, wiring design and protection, special occupancies, special conditions, communication systems and much more. The courses are offered in sequence and are aligned with the California High School Academic Standards and the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards.
Program overview:
Electrical I Fundamentals/ Electrical II and Wiring and Codes
Duration: 16 weeks
Contact hours: 240
Prerequisites:
- Employment level English oral and written communication skills
Program cost:
The registration fee for the program is $480 Electrical I and Electrical II. The cost for books and supplies are not included
Website: https://www.latcdace.com/
Address: 3721 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90018
Phone: 323-373-2300
Abram Friedman Occupational Center
Electrical Fundamentals is the first in a sequence of five competency-based courses geared towards electrical technicians and electrician trainees. It delivers technical instruction and practical experience in workplace safety, trade mathematics, Ohm’s Law, fundamental electrical concepts, resource management, and other topics. The competencies in this course are aligned with the California High School Academic Content Standards and the California Career Technical Education Model Curriculum Standards. Graduates can complete the other courses in the sequence to expand their skills in the industry. Morning and evening schedules are available.
Program overview:
Electrical I Fundamentals
Duration: 8 weeks
Contact hours: 120
Prerequisites:
- Employment level English oral and written communication skills
Program cost:
The cost of registration is $240. The cost for books and supplies are not included
Website: https://abramfriedmanoc.org/industrial-programs-new/
Address: 1646 S. Olive St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone: (213) 765-2400
Email: afoc9039@gmail.com