Electrical Trades

Electrical Trades is a two-year nationally accredited program from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) designed for juniors and seniors. It consists of classroom instruction of theory and hands-on skillbuilding exercises in the shop area. Students can obtain 576 classroom hours required to sit for the Maine Journeyman’s test with the completion of the 2-year course. By the end of a student’s first year, the student can receive the Maine Electrical Helpers License (HPE). This will allow the second year student to work on school projects outside of the classroom environment and obtain employment under one of Maine’s Master Electricians. Students that are mature, selfconfident, self-starters, conscientious, ready to take on responsibilities, likes physical and mental challenges, can accomplish safe and precise work, has good hand-eye coordination and can work with little supervision, may be a great candidate for this trade. Mandatory safety footwear is required for this class by the third week. Second year students provide their own hand tools. Financial assistance is available for students who qualify. Students who successfully complete the 2-year course may earn 3 or more credits through the Maine Community College System.

CREDENTIALS OF VALUE 

Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, Power Company Lineman, Telephone/Cable Worker, Electrical Supplies Salesperson, Industrial Electrician, Limited Licensed Electrician, and Electrical/Electronic Trades in any of the military services Maine State Electrician Helpers License 10- hour OSHA Certification National accreditation by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), for Core Requirements and Electrical Level 1. Werner Ladder & Safety Certifications Werner Fall Protection and Horizontal Lifeline Certification Ideal Tagout/Lockout Certification American Heart Association CPR Certification

CAREER PATHS

Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician, Power Company Lineman, Telephone/Cable Worker, Electrical Supplies Salesperson, Industrial Electrician, Limited Licensed Electrician, and Electrical/Electronic Trades in any of the military services