Electrical Technician
Locations: Hermitage, Morgantown, Uniontown, Penn Township听 |听 16-Month Degree
Become an Electrical Technician Through Hands-On Training
91福利社鈥� Electrical Technician program is designed to help students develop foundational skills in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical systems. Students receive hands-on training in electrical theory, wiring methods, circuitry, safety practices, troubleshooting, and electrical code concepts.
The program is intended for individuals interested in preparing for entry-level opportunities in the electrical field, including roles such as:
Electrical Technician
Electrical Apprentice
Electrical Helper
Maintenance Technician
Industrial Support Technician
Students learn in lab-based environments designed to simulate real-world electrical work settings.
Electrical Technician Program Quick Facts
Program Type
Diploma / Career Training Program
Career Focus
Electrical Systems & Wiring
Training Style
Hands-On Lab Training
Campus Availability
Export, Hermitage, Morgantown, Uniontown, Fort Mill
Skills Covered
Wiring, circuits, troubleshooting, safety
Ideal For
Students interested in skilled trades and hands-on careers
Financial Aid Available
Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. Laurel鈥檚 Financial Aid team helps students explore grants, scholarships, community programs, and federal aid assistance.
Career Services Assistance
Career Services provides support with internships, job search guidance, and part-time employment opportunities.
Skills Development:
PLC Programming
Transformers
Raceway Systems
Wiring
Load calculations
Motors
Blueprint reading
Gain hands-on electrical technology experience while earning a Specialized Associate Degree. Laurel’s 16-month Electrical Technician program will prepare graduates for entry-level positions as residential, commercial and industrial electricians according to state eligibility requirements. As the demand grows for quality electricity, so does the need for qualified electricians. The program will provide extensive training in advanced motor control, conduit installation and bending techniques, and wiring practices. The program will also emphasize special features of commercial electrical systems and demonstrate diagnostic procedures to determine causes of electrical failures.
At Laurel, we have qualified and accessible faculty with real-world experience, whose primary responsibility is teaching. Our faculty care about our students’ success, and with an average class sizes of less than 20 students, you will never be lost in a crowd at Laurel!
In addition, students also receive instruction in field and shop safety, NEC requirements, commercial and industrial wiring.
Local Partnerships Encourage a New Generation of Technicians
Automated Logic and the 91福利社 are partnering together to help build a new generation of HVAC technicians while outfitting campuses in three states with the latest technology in building automation systems.
Certifications
Laurel鈥檚 program prepares you to take the following industry-recognized credentials:
Program Highlights
Focused understanding of PLC programing from education professionals
Unique lab spaces for real-life situational simulation
Learn to install, maintain, and repair electrical power, communications, and control systems
Skills You May Learn in an Electrical Technician Program
Students may receive training in areas such as:
- Electrical theory fundamentals
- Wiring methods
- Blueprint reading
- Circuit troubleshooting
- Electrical safety procedures
- Conduit bending
- Residential electrical systems
- Commercial electrical systems
- Industrial electrical concepts
- National Electrical Code (NEC) basics
- Tool identification and usage
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How long is the Electrical Technician program?
The program is a 16-month Specialized Associate Degree.
Do I need previous electrical experience?
No! This program is a 鈥榣earn from the ground up鈥� program, no prior exposure to the trade is necessary to learn! We guide you from foundational basics to job-ready mastery.
Will I receive hands-on training?
Yes! Our programs are built to get you in the labs and using your hands within the first few weeks of classes!
What tools or equipment will students use?
Students in this program will receive a Klein tool kit as part of their education and utilize the tools throughout the entire program.
Can this program help prepare students for apprenticeships?
Upon completion of this program, students will possess the foundational knowledge, safety certifications, and practical skills necessary to immediately enter the workforce as apprentices.
Is financial aid available for qualified students?
At Laurel, we do everything in our power to make your education affordable. In fact, our Financial Aid experts actively search for grants, scholarships, and different programs within the community to find money for our students. This program is also eligible for Federal Aid Assistance.
What is the difference between an electrician and an electrical technician?
Electrical technicians often assist with installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and electrical support work. Some graduates may later pursue apprenticeship opportunities or additional licensing depending on state requirements and career goals.
Are electrical technicians in demand?
Electrical skills continue to be important across construction, maintenance, infrastructure, manufacturing, and industrial industries.
Where are Laurel鈥檚 Electrical Technician programs offered?
This program is available at our Export, Hermitage, Morgantown, and Uniontown locations.
Does Laurel offer career services support?
Our Career Services team recognizes the need for career development even after graduation and thus promotes a greater awareness within the institution regarding the importance of developing professional interests and competencies and exploring future career possibilities.
For a full program outline, see our school catalogs
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GRADUATION: January 2023
PROGRAM OF STUDY: Electrical Technician
OCCUPATION: Technician at Kratt Electric
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PROGRAM OF STUDY: Electrical Technician
OCCUPATION: Electrician at Fayette Furnace
Aiden Mohr
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PROGRAM OF STUDY: Electrical Technician
OCCUPATION: Electrical Technician at Taylor Coil Processing
Meet the Program Directors
Justin Caldwell
REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF TRADES
20+ years in Construction Trades
鈥淭he trades department at Laurel is one of the best. We have passionate instructors that put the students’ education first. We help people change their lives everyday.鈥�
Graduate Testimonial
Enrolling in the Electrical Technician program at Laurel College of Technology has been a transformative and rewarding experience. The curriculum is hands-on and industry-focused, blending technical theory with real-world applications. From day one, I was immersed in practical labs that taught me the fundamentals of electrical systems, circuit design, troubleshooting, and safety protocols鈥攁ll critical for a career in the field.
JEREMY
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
"Laurel helped me out in a big way when my first trade school closed. I was able to graduate and have a job lined up for when I left and have been very successful. Laurel's labs helped me in a major way, between running wire, installing conduit, and the PLC classes."
CHEYENNE
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
My experience at Laurel was nothing short of amazing. Coming in with no experience my instructors have prepared me for the field in more ways than I could have imagined. I would personally like to thank Mr Craig and Mr Doss for believing in me even when I didn鈥檛 believe in myself. Their support helped me get through. Their labs and classrooms gave me hands-on experience that I would have not been able to learn something without.
MATTHEW
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
Mr. Doss taught me it all. Had a great time! The classroom and labs were great, needed everything I learned in the field
GAVIN
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
I had a very good experience, the teachers were great and made friends with my classmates. My advice to future students is 'Just ask Mr. Doss and you will be fine."
NATHAN
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
My experience at Laurel was the best it could have been, the instructors and my classmates I started with made the experience one to remember. The labs helped me prepare for the workforce in many ways but ones specific is the different atmospheres of working.
CHEYENNE
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN
My experience at Laurel was the best it could have been, the instructors and my classmates I started with made the experience one to remember. The labs helped me prepare for the workforce in many ways but ones specific is the different atmospheres of working.
CHEYENNE
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN