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Electrical Apprenticeship

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Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment in a variety of settings. They may work in residential, commercial, or industrial environments, and often choose to specialize in specific areas such as system installation, ongoing maintenance, or troubleshooting and repairs. 

The Electrical Apprenticeship Program is a collaborative effort between the Harford County Electrical Contractors Association (HCECA) and Harford Community College. This program blends paid on-the-job training with structured classroom instruction, giving you the skills, experience, and education needed to succeed in the high-demand electrical trade. 

CLASSROOM TOPICS INCLUDE:

  • Basic Theory & Fundamentals of Electricity
  • AC/DC Circuitry
  • Motors, Generators, Transformers
  • Grounding & Bonding
  • Power Quality
  • Raceway, Box & Conductor Sizing
  • Calculations, etc. 
  • National Electrical Code (NEC)

 On-the-job training enables you to learn skills to troubleshoot, repair, replace, and build/wire electrical systems for sports facilities, factories, homes, shopping centers, and restaurants, along with learning safety guidelines and regulations required for electricians.

TIME NEEDED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
4 years  |  September to April

COSTS
$1,825 (includes books and access to online curriculum) 

CREDENTIAL(S) OFFERED:
Maryland State Electrical Journeyworker License
(Journeyperson licenses will be issued by the State of Maryland.) 

CONTACT:
Harford County Electrical Contractors Association (HCECA)  |  443.412.2800  |  hcecamd.org  |   hceca@harford.edu

What's Next?

Upon successful completion of the program, you'll earn a journeyperson certificate, making you more competitive in the job market and eligible for journeyperson wages. Journeyperson Electrician licenses are issued by the State of Maryland. From there, you can continue your training to become a Master Electrician — or even start your own business. Students also have the option to apply up to 21 credits from the apprenticeship program toward certain associate degrees at Harford Community College. 

Electricians work in a wide range of environments, from new construction to maintenance. While some focus on wiring systems in homes, factories, or commercial buildings, others expand into specialized areas like solar energy, EV charging stations, power distribution, fire alarms, or IT infrastructure. 

All electricians must follow the National Electrical Code and local building regulations while performing their work. With growing demand for skilled tradespeople — and many current electricians nearing retirement — job opportunities are strong, especially for those with broad technical skills, including voice, data, and video systems.