Electrician - Apprenticeship

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We offer a four-year Electrician - Apprenticeship program for those interested in becoming an electrical journeyperson (electrician).

After graduating the program, you will be able to:

  • Know and understand electrical theory and its application to lighting, power and control equipment
  • Layout and install electrical circuits in residential, commercial, industrial and institutional structures
  • Complete instructions from electrical installation plans and specifications
  • Troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems and equipment
  • Know and understand the work of other tradespeople in the construction industry and know the different types of building construction
  • Perform tasks in accordance with industry quality and production standards

Career opportunities

As an electrician, you will be ready for employment with construction and maintenance contractors, resource companies and other large-scale organizations. Experienced electricians may advance to supervisory roles or start their own contracting business.

Admission requirements

In order to register for the Electrician - Apprenticeship program, you must be an eligible indentured apprentice.

Find out more about the Alberta Apprenticeship Entrance Requirements.

Tuition and fees

View this program's tuition and fees in our Keyano College Credit Calendar.

Program structure

The Electrician - Apprenticeship program is a four-year program that includes:

  • A minimum of 1,500 hours of on-the-job training and eight weeks of technical training in each of the first three years
  • A minimum of 1,350 hours of on-the-job training and 12 weeks of technical training in the fourth year

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How apprenticeships work

An apprenticeship is a work experience based post-secondary education. As an apprentice, you will find a matching employer to help tutor you as you become a carpenter through an Apprenticeship Agreement.

Your time is divided by on-the-job training under a certified journeyperson (about 80%) and attending technical training courses at a training provider, such as Keyano College (about 20%).