Electrician programs at Massachusetts schools prepare students with a learning model implemented under the guidance of licensed electrician. Students also spend several hundred hours in the classroom during the typical four-year apprenticeship program. To be eligible to apply for an electrician school, students need to have a high school diploma or a GED, and acceptable scores on a basic skills test. Typical courses at Maryland electrician schools cover such topics as the National Electrical Code (NEC), electrical conduit installation, the wiring of residential, commercial and industrial properties, underground power systems installation and electrical system troubleshooting.
Most programs are formed through partnerships with local area colleges, training centers, electrical unions and electrical contractors. Students should expect keen completion for admittance due to the popularity of the major and limited space. The average electrician earns $22.32 an hour, according to the latest data published by the United States Department of Labor. The occupation is expected to grow 12%, which is slightly faster than the average for all jobs. Licensing is obtained through the Office of Consumer Affairs & Business Regulation (OCABR) - Board of State Examiners of Electricians.