Pre-apprentice Electrical Lineworker-7 weeks
Classes meet Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
Pre-apprentice Electrical Lineworkers are entry-level employees who work in the electrical distribution industry. Physical fitness is required. If participants are unable to meet the physical requirements of this program the tuition cost will not be refunded. Program tuition does not include fees for personal protective clothing, permits/licensing and exam fees.
Students who complete this course of study find employment with power companies, electric cooperatives, municipal electric companies, and electrical contracting and construction firms.
This 7-week program is physically demanding. Students must be able to work aloft without a fear of heights.
Cost: $4,150. Includes tuition, books, boots, hard hat, safety glasses, and gloves
Prerequisites include:
- Online Application-available in July for class starting in September 2025
- High school diploma or equivalent
- State issued photo ID
- Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination (must be dated within 3-6 months of the start date of a class)
- A two-year driving history from the State Troopers office (must be dated within 3-6 months of the start date of a class)
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Weight limit of 275 lbs.
Paths to Prosperity Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements for Scholarship (Course cost covered up to $4,500.00)
Please review the updated eligibility criteria and program restrictions listed below:
- Qualifying student must be an Alabama resident.
- Must enroll in an ACCS-approved short-term credential program (for credit or non-credit) that can be completed in two semesters or less and leads to an in-demand career identified by the Alabama Committee on Credentialing and Career Pathways (ACCCP).
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Must complete the Post-Completion Survey, with failure to do so resulting in the student’s forfeiture of scholarship and repayment requirement of any funds paid on the student’s behalf.
This course is approved for WIOA funding, senph.org, Paths to Prosperity and Sallie Mae Loans.
Wiregrass Electric Cooperative (WEC) Lineworker Program Scholarship