Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown, North Carolina

The Electrician program at Guilford Technical Community College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter the electrical trades. The curriculum typically covers a wide range of topics, including electrical theory, blueprint reading, wiring methods, electrical codes (NEC), and safety regulations. Students engage in hands-on training using industry-standard equipment to develop proficiency in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems. A strong emphasis is placed on understanding and applying the National Electrical Code (NEC) to ensure safe and compliant installations. The program is designed to prepare graduates for entry-level positions as electricians in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Upon completion, students are often prepared to sit for industry-recognized certifications like NCCER. The duration of the program is generally one to two years, culminating in an associate’s degree or diploma. Graduates may find employment with electrical contractors, construction companies, or industrial facilities, or they may choose to pursue further education in electrical engineering.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Guilford Technical 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.