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The Trades Center of Central Ohio provides quality education to individuals pursuing a career in the electrical field. The program implements both classroom and on the job training to supply students with the necessary knowledge and experience to be successful workers in their field. We understand that our students come from a wide background of experience and offer a variety of educational paths and options so that you may tailor your education to your background and interests. -Contact the Center

About the Apprenticeship Program

Apprenticeship has been the preferred method of passing essential skill sets from generation to generation since the beginning of history. Apprenticeships, like society, have changed and evolved along with technology. Today's quality apprenticeship programs bring not only highly recognized industry specific credentials but also college degrees. Modern quality apprenticeship programs are highly structured, highly recognized and in high demand.

Modern quality apprenticeship has always consisted of two key and equally important elements: On the job training under the watchful eye of a master craftsman; and related classroom instruction performed by skilled, qualified instructors delivering a meaningful curriculum in a nurturing environment.

On the job training provides the apprentice with the skills required to become a master craftsman. The Electrical Trades Center places an apprentice in a carefully monitored on the job training assignment with an employer. On the job, the apprentice is teamed with a Journeyman, one who has the skills, knowledge and attitude to impart all critical skill sets. The apprentices scope of work is virtually unlimited, if it involves the practical use and application of electricity, it's fair game.

Related classroom training provides a strong foundation in safety, construction theory, electrical theory, codes and systems. This education provides the apprentice with skills and knowledge to have a working understanding of all electrical systems. With the many rapid advances in technology, this course work furnishes a firm footing toward comprehending and mastering the myriad new systems, equipment and apparatus that continues to challenge today's electrician. The curriculum is rigorous and based on a national award winning program developed by our National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee. The technical academic calendar begins in September and concludes in May, summers are available for extended studies.