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  • Build the skills you need for in demand jobs in the electrical field with opportunity for wage growth.

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  • 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.

    Partial tuition scholarships are available for eligible students. A separate application process is required. Contact program staff for more information.


  • REQUIREMENTS

    Prerequisites
    • High school diploma/equivalency or related work experience
    • At least 18 years of age
    • Authorized to work in the U.S.

  • COURSES

  • Electrical 1 & Plumbing 1 Information Sessions

    Find out how you can begin or advance a career in the electrical and plumbing fields. Attend an Electrical 1 and Plumbing 1 Information Session and learn about the curriculum, industry certifications earned after successful completion of our training programs, and potential scholarship opportunities. You will be asked to complete a virtual assessment as the first step in the application process. Attendance at an information session is required before registration. 


  • 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. Hybrid program with didactic training online and hands-on training to be held at Positive Workforce, Inc., 109 East 125th Street, New York, NY. For more information email ACEelectricalplumbing@lagcc.cuny.edu.

    Mon, Wed & Thurs 9/15/2021 12/15/2021 4:30-9:30 $1884 ELEC101F21.T23.01.00


  • Electrical 2

    Advance your career in the electrical field with this hands-on training course. You will learn about fundamental concepts; theory and application on motors; alternating current; electric lighting; cable trays; grounding and bonding; pull and junction boxes; and conduit bending. You’ll also be introduced to conductor installations, terminations and splices, circuit breakers, fuses and control systems. The course uses the industry recognized National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Electrical Level 2 curriculum. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Electrical 1 or equivalent education and experience. Cost of books and materials included in course fee. 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. 

  • 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

  • RELATED PROGRAMS

    • Construction Safety Courses (Greenpoint)

    • Construction Management Certificate Program

    • Cursos de Construccion en Español

    • Plumbing 1 Training Program



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    ddaza@lagcc.cuny.edu



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    Click here to create a profile and register for one of the Electrical 1 & Plumbing 1 Information Sessions. Once you have been accepted into the program, you will log into your account and register for Electrical 1.

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31-10 Thomson Avenue
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