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Electrical Apprenticeship - Baltimore
Electrical Apprenticeship - Baltimore
at Howard Community College
Baltimore Catalog
The need for skilled electricians is on the rise. In fact, a report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the demand for skilled technicians could increase by as much as 20 percent in the near term. HCC provides students an opportunity to gain the skills needed for success through its comprehensive Electrical Apprenticeship Program. The four-year experience is facilitated in partnership with Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) Chesapeake, recognized as the Mid-Atlantic Region’s premier electrical and renewable energy contractor association.
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Electricians
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. Ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes. May install or service street lights, intercom systems, or electrical control systems.
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$38,470
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$104,180
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Admissions
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis (due July 15) for cohorts scheduled to start during the fall semester. Standard requirements for admission are:
- Have a driver’s license.
- Earned a high school diploma or equivalent, or be a dual-enrolled high school senior.
- Have a letter of recommendation (non-family member).
- Successfully complete a 10-hour OSHA training course.
- Complete a screening interview, including a math and reading evaluation conducted by IEC Chesapeake.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screening.