How to Begin

Apprenticeship is a great choice for your future!

Today's apprentices are tomorrow's electricians.  Apprenticeship provides proven methods of training outstanding professionals.  Through class time and on the job training you'll have a chance to learn and practice new skills as you gain the necessary technical knowledge to do your job well. 

Electricians who finish their apprenticeship generally earn more during their working years than those who don't apprentice. Advancement of prior-apprentice Journeymen is much faster than those who don't apprentice.  It isn't uncommon for a Journeyman who has completed an apprenticeship to become a foreman or supervisor within only a few years.

When you complete your apprenticeship, you'll receive a state-issued certificate valid anywhere in the United States which identifies YOU as a qualified, professional electrician.* 

So... how do you become an apprentice?

1.  Begin by contacting IEC with any questions you may have.

2.  Obtain, complete and submit an application.  Request an application package.

3.  Present your birth certificate, driver's license, social security card, high school transcripts, high school diploma or GED and $20.00 application fee and pass the WATB test.

4.  IEC will notify you of the next interview date.  You will be invited to interview at that time.  Be sure to call to make your interview appointment.

5.  If selected, you will be referred out to employment with an approved training agent as soon as a position is available. 

6. Work hard.  Study.  And make your future grow bright!

*This certification is different than a Journeyman license.