Fast-Track Workforce Certificate
*This Fast-Track Workforce Certificate may be earned in eight weeks.
The Electrical Assistant Fast-Track Workforce Certificate is designed to provide related training in the electrical trade that will give students the proper coursework in safety, electrical code, equipment, and knowledge of the trade. Upon completion, students should be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of electricity and power distribution
- Basic trade mathematics
- National electrical code requirements
- Commercial, industrial, and residential wiring requirement
- Other control theory and fundamentals
After needs were assessed with employers and our local business and industry, certain skills were deemed essential for all applicants entering the local workforce. Core skills include Health and Safety (OSHA 10), Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma), Human Resources Development (HRD), and Basic Computer Skills. Completion of these skills provides potential employee candidates a strong background in workplace culture that consists of a safe working environment, an understanding of efficient processes and practices, recognizing how to become a better team player, and understanding different leadership styles within an organization.
Students will earn the following industry-recognized credentials: OSHA 10, DiSC, Lean Six Sigma (Yellow Belt), Employability Skills and Career Readiness.
Employment Opportunities
Upon completion of this course, individuals should be able to apply for positions with entry-level electrical field.
Contact
Jill Harding
Director of Pilot Center/Occupational Education Programs
Email: hardingjm@surry.edu
Phone: (336) 386-3331
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