A High School Student’s Guide to Preparing for Electrician Trade School
Are you a high school student considering a career as an electrician? Preparing early can set you up for success in a trade school or apprenticeship program. The Electrical Joint Training Committee (EJTC) offers a comprehensive Electrical Entry Level Trades Training (ELTT) program that provides a direct pathway into the electrical trade. Here’s how you can start preparing for electrician trade school while still in high school.
Choosing the Right High School Courses
Taking the right courses in high school can give you a strong foundation for trade school. For example, electricians need a different skillset than those of say, a plumber.
Applicants for the EJTC ELTT (Foundation) program are required to have graduated Grade 12 and provide transcripts showing successful completion of the following courses:
- Precalculus 11 (or Principles of Math 11),
- Physics 11, and
- 2 years of full-time education in an English-speaking country plus one of the following:
- English 12
- Communications 12
- English Language Arts 12
- English Studies 12
- English First People 12
Why Choose the EJTC?
The EJTC’s ELTT program is a well-respected pathway into the electrical trade. Our program provides our students who successfully complete the 15 weeks of technical training with 10 weeks PAID work experience. With a strong focus on hands-on training, workplace safety, and practical knowledge, our graduates are well-prepared to transition into apprenticeships and long-term careers.
By starting early and taking the right courses, you can set yourself up for a rewarding career as an electrician.
Interested in learning more? Check out the EJTC’s ELTT program and take the first step toward a bright future in the trades!
Written by: Savannah Davis, ClearWater Communications Co.