North Carolina
Certificate Program
Forsyth Tech Community College Lineworker Program
2020 Program Cost:
$521
2020 Graduate Average Starting Wage:
$63,800
About
Forsyth Tech Community College Lineworker Program
The Electrical Lineworker Program is designed to train persons that wish to become entry-level electrical line workers for private and public utility companies and related employers. Students will learn academic and field skills necessary for entry-level workers. Safety is stressed in every aspect of the job. Students will also have the opportunity to earn flagger and OSHA-10 certifications. This program is approved for national certification by the National Center for Construction Education and Research ( NCCER) and for Pre- Apprentice credit by the N.C. Community College System and Department of Labor and credit towards their nationally recognized Journeyman credential. Graduates will also earn flagger, OSHA 10 and first aid/CPR certifications.
2020 Enrollment
24
Housing Available?
No
Boots/Tools Included?
No
Career Outlook:
Admission Qualifications
A high school diploma or G.E.D. is required, Must be at least 18 years old, Must have a valid drivers license.
Participants will learn the skills and knowledge required of a line crew helper. They will learn to set and climb poles, install cross arms, hardware, line, and transformers. They will learn how to use various tools and equipment of the trade through actual field experience
Common Employer(s) from Program:
Progress Energy
Completion Rate:
90%
Employment Rate
80%
Possible Scholarships?
No
Term Length:
12 weeks
Term Beginning Date(s):
August
Forsyth Tech Community College Lineworker Program
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About
Winston-Salem
Lineman in this program enjoy spending time at the Carlisle Pub.
National Lineman Career data is provided from a combination of program information submissions, industry reports, NLC surveys, and other publicly available data. Program information may periodically need to be updated and we do not claim 100% annual accuracy.
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