Catawba Valley Community College Hickory, North Carolina

The Electrician program at Catawba Valley Community College is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the high-demand electrical field. This comprehensive program typically involves a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on lab experiences, covering topics such as electrical theory, wiring techniques, blueprint reading, motor controls, and the National Electrical Code (NEC). Students can expect to learn how to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The program often emphasizes safety protocols and best practices to ensure graduates are well-prepared for a safe and productive career. Upon completion of the program, graduates may find employment as electrician apprentices, electrical technicians, maintenance electricians, or electrical helpers. Many programs also prepare students to pursue further certifications and licenses as they gain experience in the field. The duration of the program can vary, often spanning from a certificate program to an associate’s degree, depending on the depth of study and career goals.

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