Electrician at Penn Foster Michigan Electrical Apprenticeship Program
at Penn Foster Michigan Electrical Apprenticeship Program in Scottsdale, AZ
About This Program
Penn Foster Michigan Electrical Apprenticeship Program sponsors a registered electrician apprenticeship with administrative offices in Scottsdale, Arizona. This non-union program leverages Penn Foster's established educational resources to deliver structured technical instruction alongside hands-on field training. Apprentices are paid throughout the program, combining income with skill development from the beginning.
The five-year, time-based program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. The curriculum addresses electrical theory, wiring methods, the National Electrical Code, circuit analysis, conduit installation, and workplace safety. Penn Foster's instructional approach integrates technical coursework with practical field experience to build well-rounded electricians.
Upon completing the program, apprentices earn journeyman electrician standing, a credential that validates their competency in the electrical trade. Graduates are prepared to pursue skilled electrical work in a variety of settings, with qualifications that are recognized by employers across the industry.
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.
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