IEC Dallas – Electrical Apprenticeship Program
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IEC Dallas – Electrical Apprenticeship Program (Dallas, TX)
Programs Offered
- Electrical Apprenticeship (4-Year Program)
- Hands-on Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Electrical Training
- Pathway to U.S. Department of Labor Electrical Journeyman Credential
Program Overview
The IEC Dallas Electrical Apprenticeship Program is a four-year, nationally recognized training program registered with the U.S. Department of Labor. Apprentices receive both classroom and hands-on instruction designed by electrical contractors to reflect industry needs and technological advancements. This program prepares students for a long-term career in the electrical construction industry through progressive skill-building, structured coursework, and paid on-the-job training.
Graduates earn a DOL Certificate of Completion and are recognized nationwide, giving them the flexibility to work anywhere in the country with respected credentials and industry experience.
Hands-On Training
Apprentices gain real-world field experience and technical instruction, including:
- Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring and power systems.
- Reading blueprints, schematics, and electrical diagrams.
- Working with conduit bending, circuitry, and panel installations.
- Applying NEC (National Electrical Code) standards in all work.
- Learning electrical theory, safety, and troubleshooting techniques.
- Participating in performance reviews based on grades, attendance, and on-the-job progress.
Certification & Licensing Prep
- Graduates earn a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion.
- Program includes preparation for Texas state electrical licensing requirements.
- Students may receive up to 46 transferable college credit hours upon completion.
Career Paths & Salary Outlook
- Electrical Apprentice: Earn competitive wages while learning essential skills.
- Journeyman Electrician: Eligible after completion of apprenticeship and state licensing.
- Advanced Roles: Opportunities include master electrician, foreman, estimator, or project manager.
Program Length
- 4-year registered apprenticeship.
- Combination of classroom instruction and paid field training.
Admission Requirements
- Social Security card.
- Current driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- High school transcript, diploma, or GED scores.
- Electrical experience (optional, not required).
- DD214 for veterans (if applicable).
- Successful background check and drug screening.
- Must obtain a Texas Electrical Apprenticeship License.
- Selective Service registration (if required).
Compensation & Benefits
The apprenticeship offers starting pay between $17.47 and $27.00 per hour, increasing as apprentices progress through the program. Participants benefit from employer-provided training, regular wage increases, scholarship opportunities, industry competitions, and a graduation ceremony. The electrical trade is consistently one of the highest-paying sectors within construction.
Cost & Financial Support
The program is tuition-free. Apprentices earn wages during all training and coursework. Scholarship funds may be available to graduates seeking additional educational opportunities.
Location
IEC Dallas
Dallas, TX
Serving electrical contractors and apprentices across North Texas.
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.