Horry-Georgetown Technical College Conway, South Carolina

The Electrician program at Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) prepares students for a rewarding and in-demand career as a skilled electrician. Students will gain a solid foundation in electrical theory, safety practices, and the National Electrical Code (NEC), which governs safe and effective electrical installations. The curriculum typically encompasses blueprint reading, wiring methods, motor controls, and possibly programmable logic controllers (PLCs). A major component of the program is hands-on training, allowing students to develop practical skills in electrical installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance through lab work and simulated real-world scenarios. Graduates of the program are prepared for entry-level positions in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Common career paths include becoming a residential electrician, a commercial electrician working in businesses, an industrial electrician maintaining machinery and equipment in factories, or an electrical technician. The program may also prepare students to pursue industry-recognized certifications, improving their job prospects and earning potential. While program length can vary, most electrician programs at technical colleges are designed to be completed in one to two years, depending on full or part-time enrollment.

You can view detailed information about the programs or certificates available at Horry-Georgetown 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.