Mid-Plains Community College North Platte, Nebraska

The Electrician program at Mid-Plains Community College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the electrical trade. This comprehensive program blends theoretical instruction with extensive hands-on training, preparing graduates for entry-level positions as electricians in various industries. Students learn about residential, commercial, and industrial wiring techniques, electrical theory, motor controls, and the critical National Electrical Code (NEC). A significant portion of the program is dedicated to practical lab work, where students gain experience using industry-standard tools and equipment to simulate real-world electrical installations and troubleshooting scenarios. Typically lasting around one to two years, this program equips students with the skills and understanding to pursue careers with electrical contractors, industrial facilities, utility companies, or even start their own electrical businesses. Successful completion of the program may also allow students to receive apprenticeship credit towards state licensing requirements, paving the way to becoming a licensed electrician. Graduates are prepared to contribute to the workforce ensuring electrical systems are installed and maintained safely and efficiently.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Mid-Plains 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.