Electrical 1 Training Program - LaGuardia Community College

Build the skills you need for in demand jobs in the electrical field with opportunity for wage growth.

Begin a career in the electrical field with this hands-on training, which prepares you for entry-level positions. The program includes OSHA 30 Hour certification and uses the industry recognized National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Construction Core and Electrical Level 1 curricula.

LaGuardia is an NCCER Accredited Training Sponsor.

Partial tuition scholarships are available for eligible students. A separate application process is required. Contact program staff for more information.

COURSES

Information Session: Electrical 1, Plumbing 1, & HVACR 1

Find out how you can begin or advance a career in the electrical, plumbing, and HVAC fields. Attend an Electrical 1, Plumbing 1, and HVACR 1 Information Session and learn about the curriculum, industry certifications earned after successful completion of our training programs, and potential scholarship opportunities. You will be asked to complete a virtual assessment as the first step in the application process. Attendance at an information session is required before registration.

Scholarships are available on a first come first serve basis. Information will be provided at the information session.

Electrical 1

Begin a career in the electrical field with this hands-on training course. You will learn about construction safety, construction math, and electrical theory and drawings. You will also study introductions to electrical circuits, National Electrical Code, device boxes, hand bending, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables, electrical test equipment and more. The course includes OSHA 30 hour certification and 10-hour Site Safety Training certification and uses the industry recognized National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Construction Core and Electrical Level 1 curricula. Tuition includes cost of books and materials. Payment plan available. This training is offered fully in person on LaGuardia Community College campus. For more information email ACEelectricalplumbing@lagcc.cuny.edu.

[ May 13, 2025 – August 12, 2025 ]

Location: TBD

Weekday: Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday

Time: 04:30 PM – 09:30 PM

Fee: $2229

Course Code: ELEC101S25.T23.01.00

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REQUIREMENTS

Prerequisites

High school diploma/equivalency or related work experience
At least 18 years of age

CAREER PROFILE

Potential Jobs

Potential jobs include electrical assistant, electrician helper, apprentice and other similar positions paying $15-$22/hour to start, with the possibility of on-the-job training and wage growth with demonstrated skills and commitment.

Salary

The median wage for electrician helpers in New York City is $35,300; for electricians it’s $84,670.

Job Market Trends

Construction is projected to be the fastest growing industry in New York City from 2014-2024, with projected growth rates for employment in the electrician, electrician helper occupations between 28-35%.

New York State Department of Labor

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Contact Us

Workforce Development Programs

Phone
(718) 482-5231

Email
ddaza@lagcc.cuny.edu

Register

Click here to create a profile and register for one of the Electrical 1 & Plumbing 1 Information Sessions. Once you have been accepted into the program, you will log into your account and register for Electrical 1.