Electrician at Mike Holt Electrical Apprenticeship Program
at Mike Holt Electrical Apprenticeship Program in Leesburg, FL
About This Program
The Mike Holt Electrical Apprenticeship Program offers a non-union electrician apprenticeship based in Leesburg, FL. Sponsored by one of the electrical industry's most recognized training organizations, this program provides apprentices with a rigorous, structured education grounded in the principles Mike Holt Enterprises is known for. Apprentices are paid throughout the training period while working toward a journeyman credential.
The program spans five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices build hands-on skills in electrical installation, wiring methods, panel work, and system troubleshooting across various project types. Classroom and technical instruction is known for its emphasis on thorough National Electrical Code understanding, electrical theory, and practical application — areas where the Mike Holt curriculum has a strong reputation.
Graduates complete the program as journeyman electricians, equipped with both field experience and deep code knowledge. This combination prepares them for a wide range of electrical work and licensing examinations in Florida and beyond.
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.
How to Apply
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.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Electrician
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Florida
Electricians in Florida are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Florida Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board.
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