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Pre-Employment Electrician

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

www.sait.ca
Fast-track your career as an electrician with our intensive twelve-week, full-time Pre-employment Electrician program. This course is perfect for those eager to enter the electrical trade but face challenges securing employment. In this program, you will: learn the foundational theories and principles of electrical work that are essential for a first-year electrician apprentice develop hands-on skills in basic wiring techniques to ensure you can contribute effectively from day one of your apprenticeship receive critical training in safety practices to ensure personal and workplace safety when handling electrical systems get a feel for the real-world tasks you will perform on the job through labs and workshops. Graduate with the confidence and capability to enter directly into an apprenticeship, equipped with practical skills and knowledge. Prepare to challenge the first-year Electrician apprenticeship exam, positioning you to move forward in your career quickly. Graduates benefit from a high employment rate due to the demand for skilled electricians in various industries. The program is closely aligned with industry needs, ensuring the skills you learn are what employers are looking for. As an electrician, you'll work in various settings, from residential to commercial and industrial projects. You'll have the opportunity to advance to supervisory positions, project management or run your own contracting businesses. With dedicated instructors, a supportive learning environment and a focus on employability, you are just twelve weeks away from a new path to the skilled trades.
Contact

Office of the Registrar
1301 16 Avenue NW
Calgary, Alberta, T2M0L4, Canada

  • Program Type Pre-Employment
  • Credential Type Certificate
  • Length 1 Year or Less
  • Part Time Only
  • Cooperative Education
  • Continuing Education
  • Distance Learning
Admission Requirements

Successful completion of the following courses or equivalents:

  • English Language Arts 10-1 or English Language Arts 10-2, AND,
  • Math 10C, Math 10-3, Pure Math 10, or Applied Math 10, AND,
  • All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.
  • A pass mark in the SAIT Admission Examination (Level 2) or equivalent is accepted in lieu of the above requirements.

Student Aid

This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Alberta Student Aid for the funding year 2024/08/01 to 2025/07/31*.

  • Tuition $6,330.00 Year One
  • Books/Supplies/Instruments $3,650.00 Year One
  • Mandatory Fees $159.00 Year One

* Tuition, books, supplies, instruments, and other/mandatory fees are provided to Alberta Student Aid and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.

Transfer(s) Eligibility

Search Transfer Alberta for course and program transfer information including transfer agreements between post-secondary schools in Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon.

Transfer(s) available outside of Transfer Alberta: Not available

Updated August 15, 2024. The information contained in this profile is current as of the date shown.

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