Navigate your career in the electrical industry with clear pathways, timeline expectations, and certification requirements for electricians, technicians, and engineers.
Installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems. Licensed trade profession with apprenticeship progression.
Testing, commissioning, and maintenance of power system equipment. NETA certification progression.
Design, analysis, and project management of power systems. PE licensure progression.
Entry-level position combining classroom instruction with on-the-job training under a licensed journeyman or master electrician. Learn electrical theory, NEC code, residential and commercial wiring.
Licensed professional who can work independently on electrical installations, maintenance, and repairs. Can supervise apprentices and work on residential, commercial, and some industrial projects.
Highest level of electrical licensure. Can design electrical systems, pull permits, own an electrical contracting business, and supervise all levels of electricians. Often involved in complex commercial and industrial projects.
Entry-level field technician assisting senior technicians with electrical testing, maintenance, and inspections. Learning equipment operation, safety procedures, and documentation practices.
Independent field technician capable of performing standard electrical tests, maintenance procedures, and basic troubleshooting. Can lead small projects and supervise Level I technicians.
Senior field technician with expertise in complex testing, protection systems, and troubleshooting. Leads major projects, mentors junior technicians, and interfaces with engineering teams.
Expert-level technician and technical leader. Handles the most complex testing and troubleshooting, develops procedures, trains other technicians, and provides technical consultation to clients and engineering teams.
Entry-level engineer working under supervision of licensed PEs. Performs calculations, assists with designs, learns company standards and procedures. Building experience toward PE licensure.
Licensed professional engineer who can stamp drawings, take legal responsibility for engineering work, and practice independently. Can lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and interface directly with clients.
Technical leader responsible for major projects, client relationships, and mentoring engineering staff. May manage a team of engineers and technicians. Often involved in business development and company leadership.
InterNational Electrical Testing Association certifications for testing technicians (ETT, Levels II-IV).
Learn More →National Center for Construction Education and Research credentials for electricians and craft professionals.
Learn More →Professional Engineer license issued by state boards. Requires FE exam, experience, and PE exam passage.
Learn More →Electrical safety training covering arc flash hazards, PPE requirements, and safe work practices.
Our Training →OSHA 10 and 30-hour construction/general industry safety certifications required by most employers.
Learn More →Equipment-specific certifications from manufacturers like SEL, GE, Siemens, ABB, and Schneider Electric.
Varies by manufacturerOur training programs are designed by industry professionals to help you achieve your career goals. From NFPA 70E safety training to PE exam preparation, we have the resources you need.