Electrical 1 Training Program

Electrical 1 Training Program
Build the skills you need for in demand jobs in the electrical field with opportunity for wage growth.
Begin a career in the electrical field with this hands-on training, which prepares you for entry-level positions. The program includes OSHA 30 Hour certification and uses the industry recognized National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Construction Core and Electrical Level 1 curricula.

Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants.

Electrical 1 Information Sessions

Wednesdays, July 10 – August 28 (8 one-time sessions/2.5 hours)

4:30 pm – 7:00 pm FREE

Learn about our Electrical 1 training programs and how they can help you begin or advance a career in these fields

Find out about industry certifications earned after successful completion of these programs

Hear about possible scholarship opportunities for Electrical 1

For more information call (718) 482-5231. To register visit https://www.laguardia.edu/ept/.
COURSES
Electrical 1
Begin a career in the electrical field with this hands-on training course. You will learn about construction safety, construction math, and electrical theory and drawings. You will also study introductions to electrical circuits, National Electrical Code, device boxes, hand bending, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables, electrical test equipment and more. The course includes OSHA 30 hour certification and uses the industry recognized National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Construction Core and Electrical Level 1 curricula. Tuition includes cost of books and materials. Payment plan available. To be held at Queens Technical High School, 37-02 47th Avenue, Long Island City, NY. For more information call (718) 482-5231.
Mon, Wed & Thurs 4/1/2019 6/27/2019 4:30-9:30 $1884 A23ELE001A
REQUIREMENTS

Prerequisites

High school diploma/equivalency or related work experience

At least 18 years of age

Authorized to work in the U.S.
CAREER PROFILE

Potential Jobs

Potential jobs include electrical assistant, electrician helper, apprentice and other similar positions paying $15-$22/hour to start, with the possibility of on-the-job training and wage growth with demonstrated skills and commitment.

Salary

The median wage for electrician helpers in New York City is $35,300; for electricians it's $84,670.

Job Market Trends

Construction is projected to be the fastest growing industry in New York City from 2014-2024, with projected growth rates for employment in the electrician, electrician helper occupations between 28-35%.

New York State Department of Labor
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Contact Us

Workforce Development Programs

Phone

(718) 482-5231

(718) 482-6031

Email

ddaza@lagcc.cuny.edu

ynava@lagcc.cuny.edu

In person

29-10 Thomson Avenue, Room C-371

Long Island City, NY 11101

Monday - Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Apply Now

Before registering, apply to the Electrical 1 Training Program

Complete the application form. You will be invited to an information session and asked to participate in a reading assessment and interview. Upon acceptance into the program, you may register for the course.

Register

Please bring your acceptance letter to submit with your registration

Online

By phone

(718) 482-7244
with payment by MasterCard/Visa/Discover/American Express.

In person

M-Building, 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Room M143, Long Island City, NY 11101

Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Cash payments must be made at the Bursar's Office
(C-Building, Room C110)
Monday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Discounts and waivers apply to all courses except those designated ND.