Southeast Technical College Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Southeast Technical College’s Electrician program provides students with the skills and knowledge to excel in the high-demand construction industry. This comprehensive two-year associate degree program focuses on the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems in residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial settings. Students gain hands-on experience in wiring, circuit design, blueprint reading, and the use of power tools, all within the state-of-the-art Ed Wood Trade and Industry Center. A key benefit is the accelerated apprenticeship entry, granting graduates 2,000 hours towards certification and placement in the third year of an electrician’s apprenticeship. With a strong emphasis on practical application and problem-solving, graduates are well-prepared for diverse career opportunities as contractors or within retail/wholesale companies. The program also fosters entrepreneurship, empowering graduates to start their own businesses and capitalize on the growing demand for skilled electricians. The remarkable 100% job placement rate underscores the program’s effectiveness in equipping students for success in the electrical field.

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