South Mountain Community College Phoenix, Arizona

The Electrician program at South Mountain Community College is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in the electrical trades. This comprehensive program covers a broad range of topics, including electrical theory, blueprint reading, wiring methods, the National Electrical Code (NEC), and safety practices. Students will engage in hands-on training in well-equipped labs, simulating real-world electrical installations and troubleshooting. You can expect to learn how to install and maintain electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The program duration is likely between one and two years, culminating in a certificate or Associate’s degree. Graduates of the program are prepared to enter the workforce as entry-level electricians, electrical apprentices, or maintenance technicians, with the potential to advance into roles such as electrical contractors, supervisors, or project managers. This program helps students gain important certifications to make them competitive in the job market. Apprenticeship opportunities through the program’s affiliations give students the advantage to work and learn at the same time.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at South Mountain Community College 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.