Build Your Future with the 2026–2027 Apprentice Training Program - Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026-2027 Apprentice Training Year! 

Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your electrical career, our apprentice training course is designed to give you the skills and confidence you need to succeed. You’ll cover everything from electrical theory and code to calculations and jobsite readiness.

“According to the Minnesota Board of Electricity, over 90% of apprentice electricians who participate in a registered apprenticeship program pass their Journeyworker Exam.”

Developed and regularly updated by experienced electrical contractors, this curriculum meets the 144-hour Related Technical Instruction (RTI) requirement and is backed by certified trainers and IACET-accredited instruction.

Why Choose the Electrical Association’s Program?

• 📅 Weekly Tuesday Night Classes – No need to miss work.

• 💻 Fully Online & Flexible – Take classes from anywhere, on any device.

• 📱 Mobile Access – Learn on the go through Moodle, with live and recorded lessons.

• 🔁 Easy Make-Up Options – Miss a class? Catch up anytime.

🎧 Get a feel for the program:
Listen to our podcast episode, “Electrical Apprenticeship,” featuring Jeff Kunkel of Kunkel Electric. Listen now »

Don't want to register online? Register by Returning the Registration PDF Form Below

📚 Apprenticeship Training Course (Years 1–4) 🔧 4-Year Program with contractor-developed curriculum 👷‍♂️ Taught by experienced electricians and industry experts 📅 Runs September 2026 – April 2027 🕡 Weekly classes: Tuesdays, 6:30–9:30 PM CST (Live online) 👉  Registration Form (Fillable PDF)
🎓 Extended Apprentice Training & Exam Prep Course ✅ 1-Year Advanced Program – Ideal for Year 4 grads and beyond 📘 Includes MN Exam Prep, Solar, NFPA 70E, Transformers & more 📅 Runs September 2026 – April 2027 🕡 Weekly classes: Tuesdays, 6:30–9:30 PM CST (Live online) 👉  Registration Form (Fillable PDF)

 

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many hours do I need to complete before I can take the MN Journeyman Exam?
➡️ You’ll need 8,000 hours of on-the-job training (OJT).
➡️ If you’ve graduated from a 2-year approved trade school, you may qualify with 6,000 hours.
➡️ The Electrical Association’s apprenticeship classes do not count as trade school credit and do not reduce the 8,000-hour requirement.

Will this program meet requirements in other states?
➡️ Our program is built for Minnesota licensing, but may qualify in other states. Please verify with your state’s licensing board before enrolling.

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🛠️ Registered Apprenticeship

The Electrical Association partners with the Electrical Training Network (ETN) of MN, a DLI-approved program that provides a registered apprenticeship structure to member companies.

✔️ ETN standards are approved by the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry (DLI)
✔️ Participating companies must follow the program standards

Disclaimer:
Enrollment in the Electrical Association’s Apprenticeship School Program does not mean you are enrolled in ETN of MN or any other registered apprenticeship program. If you are seeking to join a registered apprenticeship program or need help determining your status, please contact Michelle Dreier at [email protected].

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🌟 All-Star Instructors

Our trainers are respected, experienced, and passionate about teaching. They bring real-world jobsite knowledge directly to your screen.

👉 Meet Our Instructors »

💬 What Employers Are Saying

“Employees enjoy learning at their own pace while using a structured, understandable curriculum.”
— Kenny Javens, Javens Electric, Inc.

“It has vastly improved our ability to hire inexperienced people and train them to be skilled electricians.”
— Tom Kopperud, Norman’s Electric Service, Inc.

“This course helps us attract employees and improve their standard of living through good paying jobs and a sense of accomplishment.”
— Jim Grant, Jim’s Electric Company

📞 Contact Us

Have questions? We're here to help.
📧 [email protected]
📞 (612) 827-6117