Electricians
Education & Credentials
Educational Requirements
Vocational training
Education level attained (national data)
Work Experience and Training Requirements
Nationally, this career typically requires:
- No related work experience for entry.
- Apprenticeship to become competent.
Related Short-Term Training (Courses)
Majors
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Transfer Options
Apprenticeship
A registered apprenticeship is a structured way of learning a skilled occupation, craft, or trade. It combines on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
View the recent 13 apprenticeship(s) for this occupation.
Certifications
Certifications are examinations that test or enhance your knowledge, experience or skills in an occupation or profession.
View certifications related to this career.
Licenses
Licenses are knowledge and skill credentials that are legally required in some careers.
This occupation requires a license.
Apprenticeship Registration
Electrical Contractor Class A
Electrical Contractor Class B
Electrical Installer Class A
Electrical Installer Class B
Journeyman Electrician Class A
Journeyman Electrician Class B
Maintenance Electrician
Master Electrician Class A
Master Electrician Class B
Power Limited Technician
Technology Systems Contractor
Unlicensed Individual (Electrical Worker, Elevator Constructor and Power Li
Helpful High School Courses
Examples of helpful classes that help you prepare for this career:
- Accounting
- Algebra I and II
- Blueprint Reading
- Business Computer Applications
- CAD Design
- Drafting
- Electronics
- Geometry
- Physics
- Technical Writing
- Trigonometry
- Woodworking
In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:
- Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
- Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
- Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
- See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
- Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose
Learn more about Programs of Study at your high school.
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