Related training in the electrical trade covering safety, the National Electrical Code, equipment, and trade fundamentals — residential, commercial, and industrial wiring. Graduates qualify for entry-level electrical trainee roles in California.
Approved by the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). Students obtain an Electrical Trainee Card and accumulate hours toward California licensure. Not approved in other states.
This program will provide an overview of electrical occupations, including the training and employment options available electrical industry. The electrician school program will allow students the opportunity to learn in a variety of settings in electrical trades.
The curriculum covers the core knowledge and practical skills employers look for in entry-level candidates.
A certificate from this program is not a license to perform electrical work independently.
California requires electricians to hold a state contractor's license or work under a licensed contractor. Once enrolled, students are eligible to obtain their Electrical Trainee (ET) Card through the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) — there is no need to wait until completion. The ET Card allows you to accumulate on-the-job hours toward journeyman status under a licensed employer. InterCoast does not guarantee employment, licensure, or any specific outcome.
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Graduates of this program may pursue entry-level positions with titles such as:
No specific employment outcome is guaranteed. Labor market conditions vary.
A high school diploma or GED is required for enrollment. Students who do not hold a diploma or GED may qualify under the Ability-to-Benefit (ATB) alternative — speak with an admissions advisor to determine eligibility.
This program is eligible for Title IV federal financial aid. Financial aid is available to those who qualify — not all students will qualify for all types of aid. Contact the financial aid office for a complete picture of your options.
On-ground training at 5 California campuses:
A Certificate of Completion. Once enrolled, you are also eligible to obtain your California Electrical Trainee (ET) Card through the DIR — the first step toward accumulating hours for journeyman eligibility.
No. The Electrical Training Program is approved by the California Department of Industrial Relations and is structured around California licensure pathways. It is not approved in other states.
Yes. This program is Title IV eligible, meaning eligible students may qualify for federal financial aid. Contact the admissions office to learn what options may be available to you.
The program is 40 weeks (approximately 10 months) and includes 900 clock hours delivered in a hybrid format combining classroom instruction with hands-on lab work.
A high school diploma or GED is required. Students who do not have a diploma or GED may be considered under the Ability-to-Benefit (ATB) alternative — ask an admissions advisor for details.