Skilled Trades
Electrician
Licensed electricians install, maintain, and repair electrical power, lighting, and control systems. Most enter through paid apprenticeships that combine classroom learning with on-the-job training.
What They Do
Wiring homes and businesses, troubleshooting electrical systems, reading blueprints on job sites.
Work Environment
The Basics
Training time
4–5 year apprenticeship
Training cost
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Education commonly associated with entry
High school diploma or GED + paid apprenticeship
Certification / licensing
State journeyman license, then optional master electrician license
Physical demand
High
People interaction
Moderate
Remote potential
Low
Self-employment potential
High
Certification & licensing note: State journeyman license, then optional master electrician license
A course certificate, a professional certification, and a state license are three different things — completing training alone never makes you licensed or certified.
Licensing & requirements in your state
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Last verified: September 26, 2026
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