Electrician

The 750 hour training program is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required for a successful career in the electrical industry.  This program covers fundamental electrical theory, safety practices, circuitry, wiring and the use of industry standard tools and equipment.  Students will gain hands on experience through practical labs, simulating real world scenarios and reinforcing classroom instruction. Students will also learn the necessary steps on how to apply for the Electrician Trainee Card with the State of California and will prepare students to pass the State Licensing Examination that is required for those seeking a job in California.  By the end of the program, students will be prepared to take on entry level positions as an electrician.  

 

This class will focus on:

     • Study of Basic Electricity
     • Residential Home Wiring
     • Industrial Wiring
     • Schematic Layout
     • Blueprint Reading
     • Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
   

Pre-requisite:

Assessment score of 7th grade level in reading and mathematics.

 

Day Program Class Fees:

This program will take 4 quarters to complete.  Registration Fee (per quarter) $330.00.   Additional costs:  Books $388.00, supplies and materials $1,530.00 (approx.).  The estimated total cost including books and supplies is $3,253.00.

 

Schedule:

Monday – Thursday:  8:00 am to 1:30 pm

 

Evening Program Class Fees:

This program will take 6 quarters to complete.  Registration Fee (per quarter) $210.00.   Additional costs:  Books $388.00, supplies and materials $1,410.00 (approx.).  The estimated total cost including books and supplies is $3,073.00.

 

Schedule:

Monday – Thursday:  6:00 pm to 9:30 pm

 

Class Locations:

Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education

(Main Campus)

4640 North Maine Avenue

Baldwin Park, CA 91706

and

Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education /

Baldwin Park High School Extension Campus

3900 North Puente Avenue

Baldwin Park, CA 91706

 

BPACE - Student Accident Insurance:

Student Accident Insurance is required for all students enrolled in Career Technical Education (CTE) programs, containing a clinical component and other programs with a safety requirement.  The fee must be paid each year of enrollment (July 2023 to June 2024 - $15.00)

 

Financial Aid:

Financial Aid services are available.  A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be repaid.  Federal Pell Grants usually are awarded only to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s or professional degree.  Grants start from $740.00 to $7,395.00 and students are able to apply online (click this link to go to our Financial Aid Section).

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