Electrician Schools in Minnesota



Electrician schools in Minnesota offer four-year apprenticeship programs that teach students about the electrical trade. Electrician work is very technical and is best learned in a hands-on environment under the watchful eye of a licensed electrical mentor. Apprenticeships allow students to learn on-the-job in a real world environment. In addition to on-the-job training, students also spend time in a learning lab and classroom, going over the principles of electrical wiring and installation, National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements, licensing requirements, safety procedures and codes, occupational safety, and construction project management.

Students need to have a high school diploma, GED and acceptable test scores to gain admittance to a program. Competition is keen as there are limited spots in each program. Upon graduation, students are prepared to sit for the required state licensing exams. In Minnesota electrician licenses are handled by the Department of Labor and Industry. Electrical work pays $17- $30 an hour, and is expected to grow 12% by 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Approximately one-third of all electrical workers belong to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).