Program Overview

Electrician Foundation Harmonized Certificate

Overview

The Electrician Foundation Harmonized Certificate program is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to enter the electrical trade. This program is approved by SkilledTradesBC and provides students with Level 1 technical training credit and work-based training hours toward their Interprovincial Red Seal certification.

Program Details

• Duration: 24 weeks
• Delivery: In-person, full-time
• Location: Campbell River

Admission Requirements

• C+ in English 11 or equivalent or successful English assessment
• C+ in one of Principles of Math 11, Foundations of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11, NIC MAT 053, NIC MAT 055; or NIC Math assessment
• High School graduation is preferred

Course Requirements

• EFH - 100 Electrician Common Core-Level 1 Harmonized
• EFH - 101 Safety, Basic Trade Tools, Fasteners and Fittings
• EFH - 102 Electrical Codes, Plans & Specifications
• EFH - 103 Applied Mathematics and Sciences for the Electrical Trade
• EFH - 104 Applied Wiring Methods
• EFH - 105 Workplace and Employment Skills
• WSF - 019 Orientation to WHMIS Online
• FAC - 020 Emergency First Aid with CPR Level C

Completion Requirements

• Students must achieve a minimum C (Letter Grade Scale 2) in each course to pass the program
• Students must pass all industry certificate courses to achieve program completion requirements

Supplies

• Personal Protection Equipment:
  • Steel-toed above the ankle construction boots
  • Non-contact voltage tester
  • Hard hat
  • Safety Glasses
• Classroom Supplies:
  • Sharp EL520XTBBK Scientific Calculator or Sharp EL531XTBWH Scientific Calculator
  • HB pencils
  • Hi-lite marker
  • One set, coloured pens or pencils
  • Plastic ruler - 12”
  • Protractor
  • Binders
  • Note paper
  • Textbooks and learning guides (details provided at NIC Bookstore)

Careers

• After completing this Foundations Certificate, students can continue on their apprenticeship path to complete their Red Seal certification as an Electrician in the construction industry or in an industrial field
• Annual median estimated earnings for electricians in BC (except industrial and power system): $59,440

Costs

• Domestic:
  • Tuition: $2,230
  • Lab: $105
  • Student Union: $140
  • Learner Resource: $120
  • Health and Dental: $285
  • Total: $2,880
• Estimated additional book costs: $200 per course

Foundation vs. Apprenticeship

• Foundation: A certificate program that gives students the basic knowledge and skills to enter a trade without requiring an employer sponsor
• Apprenticeship: A pathway that combines on-the-job training with classroom learning, requiring an employer sponsor

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is trades training?
• What are the differences of levels for trades training, like Harmonized or Apprenticeship?
• How long does it take to complete a trades program?
• What is an apprenticeship, and how does it work?
• How do I become an apprentice?
• Are there financial supports for trades students?
• Is trades training suitable for women and underrepresented groups?
• Can I work while studying trades?
• Who can I contact for more information?