Our mission is to provide technical and academic skills to prepare all graduates to be life-long learners and productive global citizens in a technological society.

The Electrical Technician program is designed to meet the standards of the West Virginia State Fire Marshal. The program is nationally accredited by COE (Council on Occupational Education).

Students may complete this program in 10 months. Program instruction incorporates lecture, technical presentations, hands-on learning, collaborative work projects, and individualized instruction. Numerous concepts and components of the electrical industry are presented during 1,080 hours of instruction and career training. Courses are scheduled once per year.  Courses begin in August, and pre-entrance testing for the program begins in January prior to the start date.

Journeyman Electrician licensure may be awarded by the State of West Virginia after meeting all requirements of the WV State Fire Marshal, successfully completing the program, and obtaining a passing score on the exam given by the West Virginia State Fire Marshal.

WVDE requirements to be eligible to sit for the Electrical Journeyman License:

• Attain an overall grade of “B” or better in the four required state-approved ACE Electrician Technician Program of Study required course and the four specialized courses used to meet the 1080 hours needed to sit for the Journeyman License as stated in the Electrician Licensing Rule from West Virginia State Fire Marshall’s office;

• Attain a verified school attendance record of no more than 6 days absent in a 1 year – 1,080 hour program or 12 days absent in a two year – 1080 hour program.

• Earn the OSHA 10 certification;

• Pass a minimum of TWO documented drug screenings; and

• Score at or above the Workforce Entry Level cut score on the industry-recognized written AND satisfactorily pass a school identified performance assessment.