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Our 5-year electrical apprenticeship will require you to complete four years of related electrical training with approximately 900 hours of classroom time. You will also work for one of our employers to earn 8,000 hours of on-the-job training. Apprentices work full time during the week (OJT) and one afternoon come to class for 6hrs of Classroom related training.
While on the job, apprentices may find themselves working on elevated platforms, confined spaces, and a variety of shifts. Shifts are determined from the job site requirements
Eligibility
Apprenticeships at Daytona Beach Electrical Joint Apprenticeship Program are open to anyone living in Florida who is at least 17 years age or older with a high school diploma (or equivalent) and reliable transportation.
Requirements
17 Years of age or Older
Picture ID/Driver’s License
Social Security Card
Birth Certificate
High School Diploma/GED
Official High School Transcripts
1 credit of Algebra with a C passing grade
Aptitude Exam
The aptitude test is validated for use by sponsors of IBEW/NECA electrical apprenticeship programs to assist in the selection of apprentices. The aptitude exam evaluates candidates on their math skills and reading comprehension. The aptitude exam is given on scheduled dates and times from the Electrical Training Alliance of Daytona Beach. Anyone absent from the aptitude test must wait 6 months before being rescheduled. A score of PASS or FAIL is provided within 24 hours after the exam.
Committee Interviews
Applicants are interviewed and scored by the appropriate program committee. Committee interviews take place once a month; depending on the volume of applicants, it could take up to 6 months to be interviewed. Based on the interview performance, all applicants are placed on a ranking list. Applicants are accepted into Apprenticeship programs based on their placement on the ranking list.
Accepted Applicants
Only those accepted into the Apprenticeship program will receive a letter from the Daytona Beach Electrical Joint Apprenticeship And Training Committee informing them of the decision. Keep in mind; selections are not always immediately following the interview. Very often, several months may pass before actual selections are made and a new school year starts. Applicants remain on the ranking list for possible selection into school for 2 years before needing to re-apply
Additional Information
Please provide any of the following documentation where applicable. These are optional documents.
DD214 if you are a veteran.
DD2384 if you are a reservist.
College Transcripts
Vocational Transcripts
Letter of Electrical Experience
Referral Letter
Aptitude Prep Course
Open to everyone
SkillsPrep.org has partnered with the Electrical Training Alliance (etA) to offer these courses. These online courses provide you a better understanding of the construction industry and the requirements for acceptance into the apprenticeship program. SkillsPrep.org will better prepare you for the tasks evaluated for entrance into the apprenticeship program. SkillsPrep.org provides tremendous insight regarding the duties performed by construction workers and what is expected of them.