Bluegrass Community and Technical College Lexington, Kentucky

The Electrician program at Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC) provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become successful electricians in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The curriculum covers a broad range of topics, including electrical theory, blueprint reading, wiring methods, and the National Electrical Code (NEC). Students gain hands-on experience in modern, well-equipped labs, learning to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems using industry-standard tools and equipment. A key focus is placed on safety practices and code compliance. The program prepares students for the Kentucky Electrical Certification exam, enhancing their job prospects upon graduation. Many students participate in apprenticeships or cooperative education programs, gaining valuable real-world experience alongside their classroom instruction. Graduates can pursue careers as residential, commercial, or industrial electricians, working for electrical contractors, construction companies, or maintenance departments. The program typically takes 2 years to complete, leading to an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree or a related certificate depending on the specific program track.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Bluegrass Community and Technical 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.