Electrician at Electrician Training Academy Knoxville
at Electrician Training Academy Knoxville in Knoxville, TN
About This Program
The Electrician Training Academy Knoxville offers a registered electrician apprenticeship program in Knoxville, TN. This is a non-union, employer-sponsored program that provides apprentices with a structured path to a career in the electrical trade while earning a paycheck from day one.
The program runs for five years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work alongside experienced electricians to develop skills in wiring, circuit installation, electrical systems troubleshooting, blueprint reading, and compliance with the National Electrical Code. Classroom instruction reinforces the hands-on work with foundational knowledge in electrical theory, safety practices, and local codes.
Upon completing the program, graduates are qualified to work as journey-level electricians. Electricians are in steady demand across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, and completing a registered apprenticeship provides a recognized credential that supports long-term career advancement and earning potential.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$30
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
Electrician Career Outlook
National Median
$29.61/hr
~$61,588.8/yr
Apprentice Start
$15/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Electrician employment is projected to grow significantly, driven by construction activity, renewable energy expansion, and EV infrastructure buildout. The increasing electrification of buildings and transportation systems creates strong long-term demand. Licensed electricians with experience in solar, battery storage, or industrial controls are especially sought after.
What to Expect as an Electrician Apprentice
Duration
5 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~32 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~115 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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