Nashville State Community College Nashville, Tennessee

The Electrician program at Nashville State Community College provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the dynamic and in-demand electrical industry. Students can expect to learn the fundamentals of electrical theory, wiring techniques, and safety practices, including a deep dive into the National Electrical Code (NEC). The curriculum typically covers residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems, giving graduates a broad skillset. The program duration is often designed to be completed in one to two years, depending on whether students pursue a certificate or an associate degree. Through extensive hands-on training in well-equipped labs, students gain practical experience installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, using industry-standard tools and equipment. Graduates of the program are well-prepared to enter the workforce as entry-level electricians, apprentices, or electrical technicians. Career paths can range from working on residential projects to large-scale industrial installations, with opportunities for advancement into specialized areas and eventually, possibly becoming licensed electrical contractors.

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