Electrician Foundations Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 17
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/19/2026
Program Description
The Electrician Fundamentals Certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions in the installation, service, and repair of electrical circuits and systems used in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
Students can expect to find entry-level employment as electrical apprentices or electrical maintenance workers.
ELX courses are offered in the Competency-Based Education (CBE) format.
Established in 2024
CIP: 46-0302 Electrician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Parkland College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Construction and Extraction Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion, Employment
32 Weeks ( 16.00 Hours / 16.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,976.00 |
| Books | $326.00 |
| Fees | $384.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $10.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,696.00 |
Financial Aid
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Students should complete the Parkland College Application at https://explore.parkland.edu/apply/. First-time users will need to create an account prior to completing the online application. After completing the application, students should complete the Reading, English, and Math Assessment Tests at the Parkland College Assessment Center. Additional information about registering for assessments can be found at this website https://www.parkland.edu/Main/About-Parkland/Department-Office-Directory/Assessment-Center/Placement-Tests.
Entry Requirements:
- Math - Placement out of MAT 060
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Open Entry/Exit
- Other(Specify)
Performance Data
Program: Electrician Foundations Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 17
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/19/2026
Program Description
The Electrician Fundamentals Certificate program prepares students for entry-level positions in the installation, service, and repair of electrical circuits and systems used in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
Students can expect to find entry-level employment as electrical apprentices or electrical maintenance workers.
ELX courses are offered in the Competency-Based Education (CBE) format.
Established in 2024
CIP: 46-0302 Electrician.
Provider Information
Parkland College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Construction and Extraction Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion, Employment
32 Weeks ( 16.00 Hours / 16.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,976.00 |
| Books | $326.00 |
| Fees | $384.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $10.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,696.00 |
Financial Aid
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Students should complete the Parkland College Application at https://explore.parkland.edu/apply/. First-time users will need to create an account prior to completing the online application. After completing the application, students should complete the Reading, English, and Math Assessment Tests at the Parkland College Assessment Center. Additional information about registering for assessments can be found at this website https://www.parkland.edu/Main/About-Parkland/Department-Office-Directory/Assessment-Center/Placement-Tests.
Entry Requirements:
- Math - Placement out of MAT 060
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Open Entry/Exit
- Other(Specify)