Residential Electrician

Are you looking for a hands-on career that can lead directly to employment, industry credentials, and advancement in a high-demand skilled trade? You can develop job-ready electrical skills through hands-on training designed to prepare you for real-world work opportunities.

Why should I choose this program?

The Residential Electrician Program provides hands-on training that prepares students for careers in the electrical trades. Students develop practical skills in residential wiring, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting while gaining workforce-ready experience that is valued by employers. The program provides opportunities for employment, apprenticeships, journeyman card pathways, and future licensure, offering a direct route to a high-demand career without the time and cost associated with a traditional four-year degree.

What skills will I learn and improve?

Close-up of electrician, wearing gloves, installing an outlet with a red drill.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of electrical theory and its application to residential wiring, installation, maintenance, and repair.
  • Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and code requirements to support the safe installation and operation of residential electrical systems.
  • Use industry-standard tools and testing equipment to identify, evaluate, and resolve electrical system issues.

What are my career opportunities?

Electrician standing outside, pointing to brick building and talking to customer.

Median Pay

  • Electrician
  • Electrical and Electronics Repairer, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
  • Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installer
  • Electrical Power-Line Installer and Repairer

Program features and benefits

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  • Hands-on, applied learning that mirrors real-world jobsite and workplace conditions, allowing you to develop practical skills from day one.
  • Multiple pathways to success through certificates, associate degrees, industry-recognized credentials, apprenticeships, and workforce training aligned with employer needs.
  • Strong employer and community partnerships that connect students to internships, apprenticeships, work-based learning opportunities, and career pathways in high-demand industries throughout the region and the nation.

Faculty

Lists the faculty associated with this program and their contact information.

Wilbert McAlister, A.A.
FT Faculty - Trades
wmcalister@hfcc.edu
313-317-1550