Becoming an Electrician in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania does not have a statewide regulation on becoming an electrician. Instead, each jurisdiction creates its own guidelines and rules. There are 2,562 municipalities in Pennsylvania and each has established its own licensure or certification requirements. Because of the variety of regulations, it is highly recommended to research your local area’s specific rules to find the most suitable electrician schools.[En Español]

Generally, a person enters the electrical field as an electrician helper or trainee. That individual performs as an electrician helper for a set amount of hours until meeting the journeyman electrician qualifications. Once a person gains enough experience and hours, he or she can apply to take the licensing exam to become a master or special electrician. In some parts of the state, schooling can count toward some of the required hours. Again, it is important to keep in mind that the required amount of training and education varies by municipality, so it is essential to know what the rules are in your area.

The Job Outlook in Pennsylvania

In 2018, there were 23,170 people working as electricians in Pennsylvania as detailed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Employment for electricians across the state is predicted to increase by 7 percent through the year 2028, which is higher than average among all occupations. Becoming an electrician is in demand, and it is estimated that approximately 2,950 more people will be hired in the field by 2028.

Electrician Salaries in Pennsylvania

In 2019, the average annual salary for electricians in Pennsylvania was $62,260 (BLS). This is equivalent to $29.93 per hour. Those with training and experience can earn over $83,250 per year. The top 10th percentile earned an average of $115,550. Electricians who specialize as electrical power-line installers and repairers will usually make the highest salaries in this state.

Salaries in Pennsylvania by Occupation

Occupation	Total Employment	Mean Hourly Wage	Mean Annual Wage	Annual Salary 10th Percentile	Annual Salary 25th Percentile	Annual Salary 75th Percentile	Annual Salary 90th Percentile
Electricians	21,370	$32.88	$68,390	$36,790	$47,180	$83,250	$115,550
Helpers--Electricians	1,750	$15.43	$32,090	$21,840	$25,390	$37,550	$43,510
Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment	700	$31.50	$65,530	$41,840	$46,740	$80,580	$103,430
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment	3,310	$26.88	$55,910	$39,760	$48,860	$62,170	$71,680
Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay	1,110	$37.27	$77,520	$56,780	$66,770	$91,260	$99,590
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers	3,830	$39.12	$81,380	$49,290	$68,480	$96,990	$105,100

Electrician Salaries in Pennsylvania by Region

Area	Total Employment	Mean Hourly Wage	Mean Annual Salary	Hourly Wage 10th Percentile	Hourly Wage 25th Percentile	Hourly Wage 75th Percentile	Hourly Wage 90th Percentile
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD	10,710	$36.84	$76,630	$17.86	$24.06	$51.52	$59.95
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA	44,330	$39.73	$82,640	$19.25	$25.31	$55.02	$61.89
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ	1,040	$26.45	$55,010	$17.59	$21.17	$29.48	$35.08
Youngstown-Warren-Boardman, OH-PA	990	$27.70	$57,620	$13.10	$18.02	$36.74	$42.33
Altoona, PA	160	$27.65	$57,500	$16.53	$20.75	$33.80	$44.69
Bloomsburg-Berwick, PA	140	$22.54	$46,890	$15.88	$18.23	$27.00	$29.53
Chambersburg-Waynesboro, PA	120	$28.65	$59,580	$19.50	$23.31	$31.19	$43.76
East Stroudsburg, PA	140	$26.29	$54,680	$19.32	$22.73	$27.42	$30.39
Erie, PA	440	$27.89	$58,020	$17.84	$22.60	$34.09	$37.87
Gettysburg, PA	110	$22.80	$47,430	$16.33	$19.08	$27.07	$30.10
Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA	1,040	$27.41	$57,020	$16.83	$20.92	$32.68	$38.79
Johnstown, PA	100	$32.60	$67,800	$19.86	$22.03	$43.63	$52.35
Lancaster, PA	980	$25.64	$53,330	$16.26	$19.10	$30.85	$37.94
Lebanon, PA	230	$27.76	$57,740	$18.89	$22.02	$30.75	$37.58
Pittsburgh, PA	4,610	$33.24	$69,140	$20.09	$25.96	$40.39	$47.98
Reading, PA	940	$28.20	$58,660	$14.87	$20.49	$35.21	$39.65
Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA	1,070	$29.28	$60,900	$16.63	$21.67	$36.09	$42.28
State College, PA	180	$28.37	$59,010	$15.90	$18.48	$40.61	$46.23
Williamsport, PA	200	$24.11	$50,140	$16.88	$20.12	$28.54	$34.86
York-Hanover, PA	900	$28.12	$58,490	$18.86	$22.49	$33.19	$37.58

Electrical Apprenticeship Programs in Pennsylvania

To become an electrical apprentice in Pennsylvania, you have two choices: apply to a union program or apply to a non-union program. Non-union apprenticeships are available through Pennsylvania chapters of Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC).

The Pennsylvania IEC program is four years of paid training. Apprentices work and train during the day and attend classes two nights per week. Several regional chapters give you options, including central, northeast and northwest areas. You do have to pay tuition for classes.

ABC has eastern and western chapters in the state offering four-year apprenticeship programs. Like IEC programs, they include daytime training and two evenings of classes per week. However, the ABC program also offers an alternative: one full day of classes with on-the-job training on the other days. ABC apprenticeships require tuition payment, about $2,400 per year.

For union apprenticeships, look for local JATCs (Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee). These are training programs offered through a joint trust between the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). Union programs are usually more difficult to get into but offer more stability in wages and benefits. Some local Pennsylvania JATCs include:

• IBEW Local 5 Pittsburgh
• IBEW 743 Eastern Pennsylvania
• IBEW 712 Western Central Pennsylvania Electricians’ Training Center

Electrician Training Programs in Pennsylvania

Training to become an electrician in Pennsylvania is usually completed through hands-on apprenticeships via unions and/or non-union employers. The state has a Pre-Apprentice and Apprenticeship Grant Program that offers funding to support registered apprenticeship programs to help employers recruit and develop talent within Pennsylvania. It is also possible to attend college or a trade school to reduce the amount of experience one needs to sit for the licensing examination. The state encourages schools and community organizations to create pre-apprenticeship programs to prepare students for careers in this field via grant funding.

• Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC). Located in Pittsburgh, PA, CCAC is one of seven Registered Apprenticeship College Consortium (RACC) schools located in Pennsylvania. They offer a certification program in electrical distribution as well as an Associate of Science degree.
• Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology (TSCT). Another of the seven RACC schools in Pennsylvania is TSCT. Located in Lancaster, this program offers coursework for a Construction Electrician certificate. This program helps prepare students with the skills to be employed as residential, commercial and industrial construction electricians.
• Pennsylvania Highlands Community College (PHCC). Located in Johnstown, PHCC offers a two-year program that leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree in Electric Utility Technology. Their coursework combines classroom learning with hands-on training. The program is in partnership with FirstEnergy’s Power Systems Institute (PSI) and is another of the seven RACC schools in the state.

Where to Find Work in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is expected to experience great growth over the next decade in the electrician field. This makes deciding to work as an electrician a smart choice with job security and a good income. Most electricians in this state work under independent contractors or construction companies. Once a person becomes licensed they can also be hired to work for the government on contracts for cities and towns, as well as open their own businesses. In some municipalities, unlicensed electricians can also work on contracts for the government under licensed Pennsylvania electricians.

College Programs

• Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ
• Altoona, PA
• East Central Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area
• Erie, PA
• Far Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area
• Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA
• Johnstown, PA
• Lancaster, PA
• Lebanon, PA
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
• Pittsburgh, PA
• Reading, PA
• Scranton–Wilkes-Barre, PA
• West Central Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area
• Williamsport, PA
• York-Hanover, PA

Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ Area

4525 Education Park Dr, Schnecksville, Pennsylvania 18078-2598
(610) 799-2121
Electrical Technology – Certificate Program

Lehigh Carbon Community College’s Certificate program is offered at their campus in Schnecksville in Lehigh County, PA. The college has about 6,738 students in total, with most students on 2-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Tuition fees for in-district students are generally around $3,990 and are $7,260 and $10,530 for in-state and out-of-state students respectively, while study materials may cost around $2,000, depending on the program.

5151 Tilghman St, Allentown, Pennsylvania 18104-9889
(610) 398-5300 x40700
Electrical / Electronics – Associate Program

Lincoln Technical Institute’s Associate program in Electrical / Electronics is offered at their Allentown campus in Allentown in Lehigh County. Most of the school’s 495 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Tuition fees for the Electrical / Electronics program are around $31,800 annually, while study materials may cost around $977. Usually, the program is completed in 15 months.

3835 Green Pond Rd, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18020-7599
(610) 861-5300
Electrical Technology – Associate Program

Northampton County Area Community College’s Associate program in Electrical Technology is offered at their campus in Bethlehem in Northampton County. Most of the school’s 10,269 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Tuition fees for in-district students are generally around $4,230 and are $9,240 and $13,620 for in-state and out-of-state students respectively, while study materials may cost around $1,800, depending on the program.

3184 Airport Road, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18017
(610) 266-2910
Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology – Associate Program

Triangle Tech Inc’s Associate program in Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology is based at their Bethlehem campus in the city of Bethlehem. This private, for-profit college has about 118 students in total, with most students on 2-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Tuition fees are broadly around $16,779 annually, while study materials may cost roughly $1,102, depending on the program.

Altoona, PA Area

1500 Fourth Avenue, Altoona, Pennsylvania 16602-3616
(814) 946-8450
Electrical Trades – Certificate Program

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center’s Certificate-level Electrical Trades program is based at their campus in the city of Altoona. The majority of of the school’s 287 students are on diploma programs of under two years. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools. The cost of tuition is broadly in the order of $14,893 for each academic year, while study materials may cost roughly $1,495, depending on the program.

East Central Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area Area

2650 Woodglen Road, Pottsville, Pennsylvania 17901
(570) 622-7622
Electrician – Certificate Program, Electrician – Associate Program

McCann School of Business & Technology offers multiple training options, including a Certificate program and an Associate program. All programs are imparted at their campus in the town of Pottsville, PA. The majority of of the school’s 1,812 students are on 2-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The cost of tuition is broadly in the order of $11,005 for each academic year, while study materials may cost roughly $175, depending on the program.

191 Performance Road, Sunbury, Pennsylvania 17801
(570) 988-0700
Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology – Associate Program

Triangle Tech Inc’s Associate-level Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology program is based at their Sunbury campus in Sunbury in Northumberland County, PA. This private, for-profit college has about 111 students in total, with the majority of students on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The cost of tuition is broadly in the order of $16,779 for each academic year, while study materials may cost roughly $1,102, depending on the program.

Erie, PA Area

2000 Liberty Street, Erie, Pennsylvania 16502-2594
(814) 453-6016
Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology – Associate Program

The Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology Associate’s program in Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology at Triangle Tech Inc is based at their Erie campus in the city of Erie. Most of the school’s 30 students are on 2-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The cost of tuition is around $16,408 per year. Study materials can cost in the order of $1,293, depending on the program chosen.

Far Western Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area Area

441 Hamill Rd, Indiana, Pennsylvania 15701-1465
(724) 349-6700
Electrical – Certificate Program

Indiana County Technology Center’s Certificate-level Electrical program is offered at their campus in Indiana in Indiana County. The college has roughly 98 students in total, with most students on programs that last under 2 years. The college is institutionally accredited by the Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education. Tuition fees are usually around $16,142 per year. Study materials can cost in the order of $2,279, depending on the program chosen.

4117 Pulaksi Road, New Castle, Pennsylvania 16101
(724) 964-8811
Electrical Technology – Associate Program

The Associate’s degree program in Electrical Technology at New Castle School of Trades is based at their campus in New Castle in Lawrence County, PA. The college has roughly 759 students in total, with most students on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Tuition fees for the Electrical Technology program are usually around $17,200 per year. Study materials can cost in the order of $3,225. Typically, the program is completed in 15 months.

Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA Area

1 HACC Dr., Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17110-2999
(717) 780-2300
Electrical Technology – Certificate Program, Electrical Technology – Associate Program

Harrisburg Area Community College offers various Certificate program options for future professionals, a Certificate program and an Associate program. Classes are taken at their Harrisburg campus in the city of Harrisburg, PA. Most of the school’s 19,121 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Tuition fees for in-district students are usually around $6,473 and are $7,725 and $9,225 for in-state and out-of-state students respectively. Study materials can cost in the order of $1,800, depending on the program chosen.

Johnstown, PA Area

445 Schoolhouse Rd, Johnstown, Pennsylvania 15904-2998
(814) 266-6073
Electrical Technology – Certificate Program

The Certificate program in Electrical Technology at Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center is taught at their campus in Johnstown in Cambria County, PA. The college has approximately 155 students in total, with the majority of students on programs that last under 2 years. The college is accredited by the Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education. Tuition fees for the Electrical Technology program are likely to be in the order of $8,150 yearly. Learning materials may cost about $1,055. Program completion is usually 8 months.

Lancaster, PA Area

1730 Hans Herr Dr, Willow Street, Pennsylvania 17584
(717) 464-7050
Industrial Electrical – Certificate Program

The Certificate program in Industrial Electrical at Lancaster County Career and Technology Center is taught at their campus in Willow Street in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The college has approximately 467 students in total, with the majority of students on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. The cost of tuition is likely to be in the order of $13,138 yearly. Learning materials may cost about $1,296, although this varies from program to program.

750 E King St, Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17602-3198
(717) 299-7731
Electrical Technology – Certificate Program, Electronic Engineering Technology – Associate Program

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology offers multiple training options, including a Certificate program and an Associate program. Classes are taken at their campus in the city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The college has round 1,023 students in total, with most students on 2-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Fees for tuition are, as a rough guide, about $7,830 for each academic year, while books and supplies may cost roughly $1,000, although this varies from program to program.

Lebanon, PA Area

833 Metro Dr, Lebanon, Pennsylvania 17042
(717) 273-8551 x2018
Electrical Technology – Certificate Program

The Certificate program in Electrical Technology at Lebanon County Area Vocational Technical School can be taken at their campus in Lebanon in Lebanon County, PA. Most of the school’s 190 students are on diploma programs of under two years. The college is accredited by the Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education. The retention rate of full-time students at this college is over 80%. Tuition fees for the Electrical Technology program are, as a rough guide, about $7,317 for each academic year, while books and supplies may cost roughly $300. Program completion is normally 12 months.

Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division Area

901 S Media Line Rd, Media, Pennsylvania 19063-1094
(610) 359-5000
Residential Electrical – Certificate Program

Delaware County Community College offers multiple training options, including a Certificate program. Classes are taken at their campus in Media in Delaware County, PA. This public college has in the region of 11,742 students in total, with the majority of students on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Tuition fees for in-district students are likely to be around $5,291 and are $9,075 and $12,830 for in-state and out-of-state students respectively. Study materials can cost about $1,750, depending on the program chosen.

2770 Red Lion Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19114-1014
(215) 728-4700
Electricity – Certificate Program

Orleans Technical College’s Certificate program in Electricity is based at their campus in the city of Philadelphia. Most of the school’s 329 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The cost of tuition is usually in the order of $13,601 per year. Study materials can cost in the order of $1,590, depending on the program chosen.

3815 Otter St, Bristol, Pennsylvania 19007
(215) 785-0111
Electrician – Certificate Program

The Certificate program in Electrician at Pennco Tech is based at their Bristol campus in Bristol in Bucks County. The college has approximately 413 students in total, with most students on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Tuition fees for the Electrician program are usually in the order of $16,527 per year. Study materials can cost in the order of $1,200. Typically, the program is completed in 17 months.

Pittsburgh, PA Area

800 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15233-1895
(412) 323-2323
Electrical Distribution Technology – Certificate Program, Electrical Construction – Associate Program

Community College of Allegheny County offers multiple training options, including a Certificate program and two Associate programs. Classes are taken at their campus in the city of Pittsburgh. This public college has approximately 16,737 students in total, with most students on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Fees for tuition for in-district students are usually about $4,198 and are $7,653 and $10,953 for in-state and out-of-state students respectively, while study materials may cost in the order of $1,500, depending on the program.

607 Beatty Rd, Monroeville, Pennsylvania 15146
(412) 373-8100
Electrical Technology – Certificate Program

The Electrical Technology Certificate program in Electrical Technology at Forbes Road Career and Technology Center is based at their campus in Monroeville in Allegheny County, PA. The majority of of the school’s 19 students are on diploma programs of under two years. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools. Tuition fees for the Electrical Technology program are broadly about $6,465 per year, while study materials may cost in the order of $809. Usually, the program is completed in 9 months.

242 Oak Spring Road, Washington, Pennsylvania 15301-6822
(724) 222-5330
Electrician – Certificate Program

Penn Commercial Business/Technical School’s Certificate program in Electrician is based at their campus in Washington in Washington County. The college has in the region of 294 students in total, with most students on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. The cost of tuition is in the order of $20,000 annually, while books and supplies may cost around $3,500, although this varies from program to program.

5 Allegheny County Airport, West Mifflin, Pennsylvania 15122
(412) 346-2100
Electricity – Associate Program

Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics’s Associate program in Electricity is based at their campus in West Mifflin in Allegheny County. The college has in the region of 370 students in total, with most students on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The cost of tuition is in the order of $20,945 annually, while books and supplies may cost around $2,206, although this varies from program to program.

1111 McKee Road, Oakdale, Pennsylvania 15071
(412) 809-5100
Electronics Engineering Technology – Associate Program

The Electronics Engineering Technology Associate’s program in Electronics Engineering Technology at Pittsburgh Technical College is offered at their campus in Oakdale in Allegheny County, PA. Most of the school’s 1,936 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The cost of tuition is in the order of $16,817 annually, while books and supplies may cost around $1,375, although this varies from program to program.

215 Beecham Drive, Suite 2, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15205-9791
(412) 521-6200
Electrical Technology – Certificate Program, Electrical Technology – Associate Program

Rosedale Technical College offers multiple training options, including a Certificate program and an Associate program. All programs are imparted at their campus in Pittsburgh in Allegheny County. This private, not-for-profit college has in the order of 419 students in total, with the majority of students on 2-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The cost of tuition is, as a rough guide, in the order of $13,380 annually, while books and supplies may cost around $2,100, although this will vary with the program.

222 E Pittsburgh St Ste A, Greensburg, Pennsylvania 15601-3304
(724) 832-1050
Electricians – Associate Program

The Associate’s program in Electricians at Triangle Tech Inc can be taken at their Greensburg campus in Greensburg in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. The majority of of the school’s 163 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The retention rate of full-time students at this college is 81%. The cost of tuition is likely to be in the order of $16,594 for each academic year. Learning materials may cost roughly $1,339, although this will vary with the program.

1940 Perrysville Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15214-3897
(412) 359-1000 x7198
Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology – Associate Program

Triangle Tech Inc’s Associate-level Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology program is based at their Pittsburgh campus in the city of Pittsburgh. The majority of of the school’s 170 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The cost of tuition is likely to be in the order of $16,640 for each academic year. Learning materials may cost roughly $1,279, although this will vary with the program.

145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania 15697-1895
(724) 925-4000
Electrical Utility Technology – Associate Program

The Associate’s program in Electrical Utility Technology at Westmoreland County Community College can be taken at their campus in Youngwood in Westmoreland County. The majority of of the school’s 5,517 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The cost of tuition for in-district students is roughly in the order of $5,190 and are $9,090 and $12,810 for in-state and out-of-state students respectively, while study materials may cost roughly $1,600, depending on the program.

Reading, PA Area

1057 County Road, Leesport, Pennsylvania 19533-9112
(610) 743-7630
Electrical Occupations – Certificate Program

The Electrical Occupations Certificate program in Electrical Occupations at Berks Career & Technology Center can be taken at their campus in Leesport in Berks County, PA. This public college has in the region of 50 students in total, with the majority of students on programs that last under 2 years. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools. The retention rate of full-time students at this college is 85%. Tuition fees for the Electrical Occupations program are broadly in the order of $13,596 for each academic year, while study materials may cost roughly $778. Usually, the program is completed in 15 months.

10 S Second St, Reading, Pennsylvania 19603-1706
(610) 372-4721
Electric Utility Technology – Associate Program

The Associate’s degree program in Electric Utility Technology at Reading Area Community College can be taken at their campus in the city of Reading, PA. The college has in the region of 4,090 students in total, with the majority of students on 2-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The cost of tuition for in-district students is roughly in the order of $5,460 and are $9,390 and $10,350 for in-state and out-of-state students respectively, while study materials may cost roughly $1,800, depending on the program.

Scranton–Wilkes-Barre, PA Area

166 Slocum Street, Forty Fort, Pennsylvania 18704-2936
(570) 288-8400
Electrician – Certificate Program

The Certificate program in Electrician at Fortis Institute can be taken at their Forty Fort campus in Forty Fort in Luzerne County. The majority of of the school’s 166 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The cost of tuition is in the order of $15,787 for each academic year, while study materials may cost roughly $600, depending on the program.

3427 N Main Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18508-1495
(570) 342-6404
Electrical Construction and Maintenance Technology – Associate Program

Johnson College’s Associate program is based at their campus in the city of Scranton, PA. The majority of of the school’s 469 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The cost of tuition is in the order of $18,567 for each academic year, while study materials may cost roughly $1,700, depending on the program.

1333 South Prospect Street, Nanticoke, Pennsylvania 18634-3899
(570) 740-0200
Electrical Construction Technology – Certificate Program, Electrical Construction Technology – Associate Program

Luzerne County Community College offers various Certificate program options for future opticians, a Certificate program and an Associate program. All programs are imparted at their campus in Nanticoke in Luzerne County. Most of the school’s 5,788 students are on 2-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Fees for tuition for in-district students are roughly about $5,160 and are $9,300 and $13,440 for in-state and out-of-state students respectively. Study materials can cost roughly $2,000, depending on the program chosen.

West Central Pennsylvania Nonmetropolitan Area Area

1620 River Road, Clearfield, Pennsylvania 16830
(814) 765-5308 x202
Electrical Occupations – Certificate Program

The Certificate program in Electrical Occupations at Clearfield County Career and Technology Center can be taken at their campus in Clearfield in Clearfield County, PA. This public college has about 72 students in total, with most students on programs that last under 2 years. The college is accredited by the Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education. Fees for tuition are about $15,750 for each academic year. Study materials can cost roughly $250, although this will depend on the program.

281 Technology Dr, Somerset, Pennsylvania 15501
(814) 443-3651 x6156
Electrical Occupations – Certificate Program

Somerset County Technology Center’s Certificate program is offered at their campus in Somerset in Somerset County. Most of the school’s 62 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools. Tuition fees for the Electrical Occupations program are around $8,000 annually. Books and supplies can cost around $1,200. The typical program completion time is 12 months.

225 Tannery Row Road, Falls Creek, Pennsylvania 15840-3333
(814) 371-2090
Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology – Associate Program

The Associate’s degree program in Maintenance Electricity & Construction Technology at Triangle Tech Inc is offered at their Dubois campus in the town of Falls Creek, Pennsylvania. The college has about 133 students in total, with most students on 2-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Tuition fees are generally around $16,646 annually. Books and supplies can cost around $1,182, although this will depend on the program.

Williamsport, PA Area

One College Ave, Williamsport, Pennsylvania 17701-5799
(570) 326-3761
Electrical – Associate Program, Electrical – Certificate Program

Pennsylvania College of Technology offers multiple training options, including an Associate program and a Certificate program. Classes are taken at their campus in the city of Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Most of the school’s 5,514 students are on 4-year programs. The college is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Tuition fees for in-state students are generally around $16,350 and for out-of-state students approximately $23,280 annually. Books and supplies can cost around $1,400, although this will depend on the program.

York-Hanover, PA Area

2179 S Queen St, York, Pennsylvania 17402-4696
(717) 741-0820 x4306
Electrical Occupations – Certificate Program

York County School of Technology-Adult & Continuing Education’s Certificate-level Electrical Occupations program is based at their campus in York in York County, PA. Most of the school’s 213 students are on diploma programs of under two years. The college is accredited by the Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education. The cost of tuition is broadly in the order of $15,130 per year, while study materials may cost in the order of $600, depending on the program.

1405 Williams Road, York, Pennsylvania 17402
(717) 757-1100
Electrical Technology – Certificate Program

YTI Career Institute’s Certificate-level Electrical Technology program is based at their York campus in York in York County, PA. Most of the school’s 1,421 students are on 2-year programs. The college is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. The cost of tuition is in the order of $29,862 per year, while study materials may cost in the order of $4,100, depending on the program.

* College accredition status and tuition fees and are, to our best knowledge, correct at the time of writing, and sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (http://nces.ed.gov/). Check all details directly with college before applying.

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How much do electricians earn in the state of Pennsylvania?

According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, electricians in the state of Pennsylvania made an average of $68,390 per year in 2019. Entry-level electricians earned around $36,790 and some experienced professionals earned salaries as high as $115,550.

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