Why Choose The Academy

Join Piedmont Community College鈥檚 Electrical Academy and gain industry-seeking certifications and credentials in only ten short weeks such as:

NCCER: Electrical Level I

The NCCER Electrical Level One course introduces students to the foundational concepts and skills needed for a career in the electrical trade. This course covers the basic principles of electrical theory, safety practices, and essential tools used by electricians.

NCCER Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills

Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills prepares individuals for entry-level positions on project sites by providing the basics in safety, hand and power tools, construction math, materials handling, construction drawings, rigging and employability skills.

Schedule

Start Date: January 27 – May 20, 2027

Class: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Location: South Campus

Registration Fee: Eligible students in  Person, Caswell, Rockingham, Guilford, Alamance, Orange, Durham, and Granville counties can receive a maximum of $750 Pacer Promise scholarship.

The Electrical Pathway

For those students who would like to continue their education and complete the entire electrical pathway, Piedmont Community College offers NCCER: Electrical Level II, III and IV. Hours gained while enrolled in this training will count towards those secondary hours that may be obtained when qualifying for the exam needed for an electrical contracting license.