IBEW Local 444 – Electrical Apprenticeship (Oklahoma)
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IBEW Local 444 – Electrical Apprenticeship (Oklahoma)
Program Information
IBEW Local 444 offers an industry-leading Inside Wireman apprenticeship through its Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC). This program prepares individuals to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial environments. Training combines hands-on electrical experience with expert-led classroom instruction in code compliance, safety, blueprint reading, and circuitry.
Program Length
The program spans 5 years and includes a minimum of 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training, plus 900+ hours of classroom instruction.
Programs Offered
- Inside Wireman Apprenticeship
Certifications & Career Opportunities
Graduates are eligible to take the state journeyman electrician exam. Career options include licensed electrician, foreman, electrical estimator, and project supervisor within union-signatory electrical contractors.
Program Requirements
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year of high school algebra or equivalent
- Pass aptitude test and interview
Financial Aid & Support Services
All training is tuition-free. Apprentices earn wages starting at 50% of journeyman rate, with scheduled raises. Health insurance and pension benefits are included.
Apprenticeship Cost & Career Outlook
This is a Registered Apprenticeship Program — meaning you will earn while you learn.
- Paid on-the-job training with increasing wages
- Classroom or technical instruction provided by the program
- No tuition costs — apprentices are paid during training
- Nationally recognized credential upon completion
Because apprenticeships are managed through the U.S. Department of Labor, College Scorecard data for tuition and earnings does not apply. Apprenticeships provide real-world experience and a direct path to journeyman-level wages without student debt.