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About Our Residential Electrician Program

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With a median annual salary in 2022 of $60,240 and an expected job growth of 6% by 2032¹, now is the perfect time to start your career in the field. With over 700,000 electrician jobs expected to open up in the next several years, now is a great time to get the online electrical training​!

• Study 100% online at your own pace with no deadlines and finish in as little as 7 months².
• Monthly payments as low as $55/month.
• Mobile-friendly coursework and a dedicated faculty.
• Our program complies with the latest version of the National Electrical Code®. The program also includes NEC textbooks.
• Penn Foster students will also get to benefit from Snap-on, high-quality tools at a preferred student discount.

• Content to cover current and future developments in the field, such as: Smart Home technology; electronic security; and telecommunications wiring.
• Videos that reflect modern techniques and NEC.
• New! Virtual simulation component for Residential Wiring. This allows students to complete a number of wiring scenarios and troubleshooting situations.

If you’re interested in beginning a career in an essential industry, earning your Residential Electrician diploma can help you take the first steps toward reaching your goals. Most electricians are employed full time,¹ whether they work for contractors, construction companies, in manufacturing or with the government. With Penn Foster’s online Residential Electrician training program, you can build a solid foundation on basic electrical theory and skills that can help you take the steps toward starting a career with job security.

Learn the skills and knowledge that can help you take the first steps in a Residential Electrician position. Jobs you could pursue after graduating can include: Electrical Contractor, Commercial Electrician, Electrical Lineman. 

Self-Paced Program

Accredited

Dedicated Faculty

Relevant Coursework

Affordable Education

Penn Foster College is nationally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).

Learn at your own pace with no deadlines or due dates. Our flexible programs allow you to study anytime, anywhere.

Our experienced faculty members are here to help you through the program.

Course topics include information to help expand your knowledge and advance your career.

Low monthly payment options. Quality education that's affordable and accessible.

We're here to help you with 0% interest and low monthly payments. Get started today and take the first step towards a new career. There is no classroom needed — learn it all at home at a pace that's right for you.

Penn Foster Career School, College, and High School have all met the high standards of integrity and performance set by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) in Washington, D.C. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

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¹Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. "Electricians." Occupational Outlook Handbook. Accessed October 2, 2023. Statistics found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are based on national data, so job growth in your area may be different.

Important Information Regarding State Requirements

State boards may impose a variety of different requirements. These requirements vary from state to state. Before enrolling in the Penn Foster Residential Electrician program, you should contact the State Board of Electricians to obtain the requirements applicable to residential electricians in your state. This is particularly important for residents of California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Maine, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Oregon, and Vermont.

²The estimated completion time for this program is based on completion times for learners enrolled in this program from 5/2021 – 4/2022, excluding withdrawals.