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Electrician Training Program Overview
What Makes MTI's Electrician Program Different?
Hands-On Focused
Hands-on training in labs designed to simulate real working environments
Accelerated Training
Complete your electrician training in just 7 months
Experienced Instructors
MTI’s electrician instructors have experience in the field
Daytime Classes Available
Monday - Thursday from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Employment Preparation
No general education courses, you’ll gain the skills you need for entry-level employment
Job Placement Assistance
Job placement assistance available to all qualified graduates
Find an Electrician Training Program Near You
Start your electrician career at Midwest Technical Institute! Visit or contact the Springfield, Missouri campus for more information on the electrician training program.
What Will I Learn as an Electrician Student?
MTI’s instructors bring real-world experience into the classroom, combining hands-on instruction with personalized support to help you master the skills you need to start a career as an electrician.
In MTI’s electrician program, you’ll learn:
- Electrical Theory
- National Electrical Code
- Grounding & Bonding
- Meters, Lighting & Blueprints
- Electrical Mathematics
- Conduit Bending
- Terminations & Standby Systems
- Overcurrent Protection
- 3 Phase Distribution
- Load Calculations
- Fire Alarm Systems
- Control Circuits
- Motor Calculations & Controls
- Safety (Electrical/Construction)
- And more!
MTI’s electrical program will prepare you for entry-level employment as an electrician, electricians helper or electrical apprentice!
Electrician Program FAQs
Electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical power, communication, lighting, and control systems in homes, businesses, and factories. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, electricians help make daily life easier and more comfortable by maintaining the systems that power lights, appliances, and essential equipment.
What is the average electrician’s salary?
As of May 2023, the median annual wage for electricians was $61,590, with the top 10% earning more than $104,180, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Apprentices typically earn less than fully trained electricians, but their pay increases as they gain experience and advance in their careers.
What’s the job outlook for electricians?
Employment for electricians is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations (4% through 2033). According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, electrician jobs are expected to increase by 11% from 2023 to 2033, with approximately 80,200 job openings for electricians projected each year.
Where can I work as an electrician?
After graduating from the electrician program at MTI, you’ll be prepared to perform in entry-level positions typically found in homes, businesses, factories, and construction sites.
How much does MTI’s electrician program cost?
For additional information on MTI program costs, please contact Financial Aid or visit Tuition & Cost.
Financial Assistance
MTI’s Financial Aid Team provides personalized support to students applying for federal financial aid and help with understanding all the funding options, including scholarship opportunities.
Scholarship Opportunities
MTI is here to help you attain the funding you need to take the next step in your education. MTI’s Financial Aid Team can help match you with scholarship opportunities you may qualify for.
Accreditations
- Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges (ACCSC).
- MTI is approved by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in federally-funded financial aid programs.
For more information about our accreditations and approvals, please visit: https://www.midwesttech.edu/about-us/accreditation/
Midwest Technical Institute is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education: 1 N. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333, Springfield, IL 62701. For more info: www.ibhe.org
Midwest Technical Institute is approved to operate by the Missouri Department of Higher Education.