Community College of Allegheny County Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The Electrician program at the Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed as entry-level electricians. The program typically provides a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory experience, covering essential topics such as electrical theory, blueprint reading, the National Electrical Code (NEC), wiring methods, motor controls, and safety procedures. Students learn to install, maintain, and repair electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. A significant portion of the curriculum focuses on practical application, allowing students to develop proficiency in using industry-standard tools and equipment through simulated work environments. The program duration varies, but it’s usually structured to be completed within one to two years, leading to a certificate or an associate’s degree. Graduates are prepared for immediate entry into the workforce as electrician’s helpers or apprentices, and potentially have a head start on the requirements to become licensed electricians. Opportunities for internships or apprenticeships with local electrical contractors may also be available, offering invaluable real-world experience.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Community College of Allegheny County 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.