Rock Valley College Rockford, Illinois

The Electrician program at Rock Valley College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become successful electricians in a variety of industries. The program focuses on a comprehensive curriculum covering residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems. Students can expect to gain hands-on experience in wiring, conduit bending, motor controls, and programmable logic controllers. A strong emphasis is placed on safety practices, code compliance (NEC), and industry standards. The program is likely aligned with NCCER standards. Upon successful completion, graduates may be eligible for entry-level positions such as electrician’s helper or apprentice electrician in construction, maintenance, or manufacturing. Rock Valley College’s Electrician program is designed to prepare students for a challenging and rewarding career in the electrical field by blending classroom instruction with practical lab experiences to enhance learning and skill development. Graduates are well-positioned to pursue further training through apprenticeships or advanced certifications, leading to career advancement and increased earning potential. Consult the Rock Valley College website directly for information on program duration, specific course offerings, and certification opportunities.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Rock Valley 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.