Union apprenticeship program that offers electrical training for the occupation of Construction Electrician.
Degrees offered
Certificate, Pre-licensing Training
School accreditation
Approved by the Washington State Apprenticeship Council and the Oregon State Apprenticeship Council and registered with the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries.
Specialized licensure
Department of Labor & Industries Electrical Licensing Division
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act eligible training provider
Yes
School setting
Setting
Small town-rural area (not within commuting distance of a large city)
The JATC currently offers a five-year Construction Electrician Apprenticeship program. Although not active at this time, the JATC has also offered a three-year Limited Energy and a two-year Residential Electrician Apprenticeship Program. Apprentices are placed on job assignments learning their trade under the supervision of a licensed electrician. They also attend 200 hours of related training per year to become a well-rounded electrician.
Student Body
Enrollment
Number of full time, male students
149
Number of full time, female students
18
Total number of full time students
167
Total number of students
146
Average class size is 20 students. About 40 new apprentices start each year.
Costs
Program costs
Tuition, Blended Learning session fees and books average $1,500 per year.
Algebra with a "C" or better. Successfully pass the NJATC Aptitude Test.
Exams
Required exams
Applicants must take the National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (NJATC) aptitude test for reading comprehension and math.
Other admissions information
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Academics
Degrees offered
Pre-licensing training
Certificate or diploma
Graduation requirements
Five years related training and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a licensed electrician and pass the Washington State 01 Electrical License Exam.
Attendance options
Days
On-line/distance learning
Part time
Computing
Computers on campus for student use
Computer lab available to students
Student Services
Academic services for all students
Academic advising
Tutoring
Other services for all students
Basic job skills
Placement testing
Career Services
Career services offered
Job fairs
Job interviews
Placement assistance
Registered apprentices are assigned to our electrical contractors and earn an identified and progressive rate of pay and substantial benefits during their 8000 hour apprenticeship program.
