TVCC currently offers a four year Electrical Apprenticeship program. Apprentices are required to attend approximately 144-hours per year (or 48 hours per quarter). To qualify for the program, students must have either a high school diploma (with a C grade or better in beginning Algebra) or completed a GED (all five tests with a score of 255 or better). In addition, all students need to be employed in an approved electrical shop and certified by the state as an electrical apprentice. Questions? Call 541.881.8822 ext. 407.
Additional information on Electrical Apprenticeship programs can be found at the following websites: What is Apprenticeship?
Apprenticeship is an occupational training that combines on-the-job experience with classroom instruction. Apprentices usually begin at half the salary of journey persons - those who have completed their training and have industry certification. Apprentices receive pay increases as they learn to perform more complex tasks. When they become journey persons, they increase their chances of entering a well-paying job industry and may become supervisors or go into business for themselves. The Electrical Apprenticeship program at TVCC consists of classroom instruction and training for apprentices in either their first, second, third, or fourth year of instruction.
Are Electrical Apprentices Required to Attend School?
Apprentices are required to attend approximately 144 hours of related training each year unless otherwise determined by the apprenticeship committee. This equates to meeting one evening per week for approximately 4 hours. Apprentices receive 4 credits per quarter for their classroom hours, which leads toward their completion of the Electrical Apprenticeship Program.
What are the Minimum Qualifications? - AGE: must be at least 18 years of age
- EDUCATION: High School graduate or GED
- OTHER: 1 year of high school mathematics (C or better in beginning algebra)
- Submit copy of high school transcript or GED test scores. (If GED, all 5 tests with a score of 255 or better.)
What are the Costs per Quarter?
Treasure Valley Community College charges both Oregon and Idaho student course fees plus books and universal fees each quarter. Students must complete an application for admission and take the college placement exam upon entering the program.
In addition, students are required to purchase all books associated with each year of their training on or before the first night of class. IEC student manuals are required for each year.
When and Where Should I Register?
Register for the program prior to the first night of class. To register, contact the Division of Extended Learning, (541) 881-8822 ext. 358 or 281.
How Do I Apply for an Apprenticeship? Applicants can fild Apprenticeship opening announcements posted at the Bureau of Labor and Industries, local schools, community colleges, Oregon Employment Department offices, local newspapers, and community organizations. Announcements contain all the details about the application process.
How Many Hours of Employment are Required to Complete an Apprenticeship Program?
A minimum of 8000 hours of on-the-job training are required for completion of the apprenticeship.
How Long Must I Serve as an Apprentice?
Typically, apprenticeships last two to four years depending on industry requirements.
Can I Expect Steady Work as an Apprentice?
An apprentice works as steadily as the average industry worker. And, like fellow workers, an apprentice can also be subject to industry layoffs. Most employers make an effort to have the apprentice work as steadily as possible. However, there are no guarantees.
How Much Pay Does an Apprentice Receive?
Although it varies from industry to industry, the average starting wage of an apprentice is about 50 percent of a journey persons rate of pay. Apprentices are usually given a percentage raise periodically during their on-the-job training and if school attendance is satisfactory. | 
Areas of Related Training in the Electrical Apprenticeship Program
- Electrical mathematics
- Safety and accicent prevention
- Care and use of hand/power tools
- Blueprint reading and electrical symbols
- Introduction to National Electrical Code
- Electrical fundamentals and basic theory, inclucing A/C and D/C
- Electric measuring devices
- Wiring Methods
- Low voltage and limited energy circuits
- Industrial and commercial calculations
- Motors, generators, and transformers
- Practical circuits sketching
- Lighting circuits
- Fundamentals of electronics
- Welding and cutting
- High voltage distribution and equipment
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