Q. How can I become an Electrician?
A. Becoming an Electrician typically requires a HS diploma or equivalent and formal training through an accredited institution can also be helpful. After completing a recognized program, most electricians learn their trade in a 4 or 5 year apprenticeship program. Each year, apprentices get 1000’s of hours of paid training and technical instruction. This program is intended to give you foundational electrician knowledge to help you when you find your apprenticeship position.
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Q. Do you find an apprenticeship for me?
A. USCI will not find an apprenticeship for you, it is your responsibility to look for this opportunity upon completing our program. USCI does offer graduate support through our Career Coach program which is designed to give you the tools you need to market yourself including cover letter, resume, interview skills and job search techniques.
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Q. What does an Electrician do?
A. The main focus for Electricians is to install, repair and maintain electrical power, lighting, communications and control systems in businesses, homes and factories.
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Q. Do I need to get Certified as an Electrician?
A. Most states will require electricians to pass a certification test and be licensed. These requirements will vary by state. You can contact your local or state electrical licensing board for more information. Many requirements will be found on the National Electrical Contractors Association’s website.
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Q. Does this online Electrician trade school meet my state requirements?
A. Most states require apprenticeship hours and experience before being licensed. This course serves as the first step in your path to becoming an electrician by teaching you the foundational electrician knowledge that will help you when you find your Electrician Apprenticeship position.
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Q. What is the salary for an Electrician Apprentice?
A. According to Indeed.com, Electrician Apprentices have a median salary of $37,000 per year**. Job growth is projected to increase as fast as average in the next several years.
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Q. How much does an Electrician apprentice course cost?
A. Tuition for this program is $1239 total when you pay in full. Payment plans are also available.
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Q. Is this Electrician Program accredited?
A. U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
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Q. Where Can I Work as an Electrician Apprentice?
A. Apprentices work alongside electricians. Demand for Electricians can be found in homes, factories, businesses and construction sites.
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Q. What skills will I learn in this Electrician program?
A. Skills covered in the online Electrician training program include basic customer service principles, understanding and applying important safety standards, trouble shooting, calculating values in resistive circuits, preparing conduits, installing raceway systems, interpreting construction blueprints and installing various residential wiring devices.
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