Do You Want To Become An Electrician?

Electricity is pretty important, actually extremely important, probably one of the most important things we have as a civilization to be honest, and the funny thing is, most people only ever realize how important it is when there is an outage. When one walks into a room and flips on a switch, turns on a computer, steps into an elevator, it is most definitely taken for granted that once we want whatever object to begin functioning, it will.

The challenge with this however, is ensuring that the correct constant flow of electricity is installed and maintained safely and efficiently, and this has made a career as an electrician more and more important as the objects we use requiring electricity become more and more widespread and necessary.

While a very technical job, an electrician's job is also a very hands on approach to work. So in order to train correctly, one will need both classroom and work experience and training, but the expected income can be very good. In the US, the average electrician wage can reach approximately $21 an hour with some almost doubling that rate, and in many parts of Western Europe, the minimum wage for qualified electricians can be around €23 ($29) an hour, and even more depending on the industry. So as a job, this career can be quite well paid.

So in order to jump easily into a career as an electrician, follow these simple steps:

1) Knowing what you want to do when you finish school can be a large part of the battle. Taking courses in your last couple of years in high school such as Maths, Physics and Electronics is quite a good idea, and will definitely help.

2) In the US, you will need to earn an associates degree from an accredited technical school, then follow this up with an electricians program with courses in building codes, electrical theory, mathematics etc. These programs will help you find an apprentice position once finished. A two year apprenticeship is necessary in order to be in a situation where one can apply for a license, and these apprenticeships are generally sponsored by an industry organization. In the EU, full intensive electricians training programs are generally free with progressively paid apprenticeship sections, and are generally run as self contained modules through a university or technical college.

3) On completion of an apprenticeship, you are then eligible for an electrician's license. Apply and follow the procedure of examination in order to receive the license. Written exams, as well as additional examinations in relation to specialized equipment must be passed before the reception of an electricians license, and then you are ready to roll.

Hopefully this was helpful and good luck with your new career.


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Louise Collins writes guidance on finding a new career. If you are interested in changing your career and becoming an electrician you should have a look at http://www.electricianscareer.co.uk/ where you can find a training course and advice on getting into this industry.


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