Fortis Institute-Birmingham Birmingham, Alabama

The Electrician program at Fortis Institute-Birmingham provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to begin a career as an entry-level electrician. The program combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training, allowing students to develop proficiency in electrical wiring, installation, maintenance, and repair. Coursework typically covers electrical theory, blueprint reading, residential and commercial wiring, motor controls, and the National Electrical Code (NEC). Students learn to install and troubleshoot electrical systems, ensuring they meet safety standards and code requirements. The program generally lasts for approximately [insert typical program length, e.g., 9-12 months], preparing graduates to work as electrical apprentices, maintenance electricians, or electrical technicians. Career services support is often provided to assist graduates with job placement. Upon completion, graduates may be eligible to pursue apprenticeships and work toward earning journeyman or master electrician licenses, depending on state and local regulations. Check directly with Fortis Institute-Birmingham for the most up-to-date program details, specific certifications offered, and career placement rates.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Fortis Institute-Birmingham on the NCES website.

* Cohort Year represents the year for which students began their studies and applies to Graduation and Transfer Out Rates.
** Net Price is Average Net Price for 2022-2023 generated for full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. For public institutions only students paying the in-state or in-district rate are included. For institutions that charge students by program, net price is generated for the institution’s largest program.
NA (Not applicable) – Graduation rate, transfer-out rate and the net price are not applicable to institutions that do not have full-time, first-time degree-seeking undergraduate students in the applicable cohort year or the financial aid year.