Electrical Lineworker Program Overview

Electrical Lineworker Program Overview

Power Your Future in the Trades

Learn how to safely construct, maintain, and operate the nation’s power grid with our 15-week pre-apprentice Electrical Lineworker Program.

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73% Employment Rate
15-Week Training Program
84% Graduation Rate
Direct Pathway to the #1 Employer of Craft Skill Labor
Largest Provider of Lineworker Training
3 Class Terms a Year,
4 Campus Locations

Careers in Power Delivery

From apprenticeship to journey-level certification, linework is more than just a job; it’s a commitment to personal and professional growth. This career path is designed for those passionate about making a difference, embracing challenges, and progressing in a dynamic field. Be a part of a vital industry that powers our nation.

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Certifications

You’ll graduate the Electrical Lineworker Program with these certifications:

  • Aerial-Lift Rescue Certification
  • Chainsaw Safety and Maintenance Certification
  • Climbing Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • Digger Derrick Safety Certification
  • Enclosed-Space Rescue Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • OSHA 10-Hour ET&D
  • Pole-Top Rescue Certification
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Advanced Add-On Courses

Be a standout job candidate by gaining extra certifications that employers value highly with our recommended courses:

  • NCCCO Crane Operator Certification Training
  • Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Training
  • Applied Mathematics

Experience the Journey: A Day in the Life at NLC

Training Environment

NLC promotes a positive learning environment where students are challenged, encouraged, and held accountable.

Class Day & Size

We deliver training that mimics the real world industry environment for a practical learning experience. Students work in crews of 4 – 5 members, supporting one another while our instructors guide them as crew leaders would.

Tools of The Trade

We partner with companies like Milwaukee Tools and Buckingham to provide you high-quality tools and gear for use during our program and into your career.

Commercial Driver's License

Employers across the nation require a valid Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL). Graduates of our program are required to obtain their license prior to attending or through our Class A CDL training course delivered during the term.

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Safety

Your safety is our priority. Safety is taught from day 1 and includes The Capacity Model™ training, which helps workers build the capacity to fail safely.

Curriculum

NLC designs and develops the curriculum you’ll use internally so we can ensure quality in every aspect of our program—from your materials to your training. You’ll enjoy modern layouts, graphics, 3D images, illustrations, and videos that simplify complex topics. And you’ll have access to all of it via our learning management system along with your assignments, grades, and announcements.

Career Readiness

You’ll receive cover letter and resume writing assistance and reviews, participate in mock interviews, and you are guaranteed a job interview.

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YOUR CAMPUS OPTIONS

All campus locations feature:

  • Classroom facilities with digital projection systems, educational props, instructional posters
  • Learning resource centers with computers, industry-related publications, study areas, periodicals, and videos
  • Transformer and smart grid training labs
  • Field training areas dedicated to climbing, overhead distribution, underground distribution, transmission, equipment, CDL, and crane training
  • Student lunchrooms
  • Tool and merchandise stores
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Texas

Located just north of Dallas in a community known for its Southern hospitality, BBQ joints, and some of the best horse ranches in America.

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Florida

Located on Florida's beautiful Central Atlantic Coast with pristine beaches. Near Daytona Beach and Orlando.

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Idaho

Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Meridian, Idaho is a fast-growing Northwest metro area.

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California

Located north of Sacramento in an outdoor paradise surrounded by breathtaking lakes, rolling hills, and recreational areas.

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Tuition & Funding

Investing in your future can be more affordable than you think. Not only is the Electrical Lineworker Program shorter than one semester of college, but it’s also a fraction of the cost.

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