2026 – 27 Apprenticeship School Application

Application for 2026 Fall Class

 IEC Placement Test

To be considered for direct placement into the second year of the IEC Apprentice Program, applicants must:

• be currently employed by an IEC member,
• register for and complete the four-hour placement test, and
• achieve a minimum score of 70%.

Two exam dates are available:

• July 8th from 9 am–1 pm
• July 23rd from 1–5 pm

The exam will take place at IEC, 1810 Plantside Drive, Louisville, KY 40299.

Cost is $100. Registration closes 24 hours before the exam begins.

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 Electrical Apprenticeship Training in Kentuckiana – IEC

For more than 40 years, the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) has been a leading provider of electrical training and apprenticeship programs for over 3,500 member contractors nationwide. Today, more than 16,000 students are enrolled in IEC training programs across 50+ training centers throughout the United States.

In the Kentuckiana region, approximately 350 students are currently enrolled in our electrical apprenticeship training programs, preparing for high-demand careers in the electrical industry.

IEC Kentuckiana offers two ways to get started:

• 4-Year Electrical Apprenticeship Program
• 1-Day Plug In Electrical Training Program (Listed Below)

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4 Year Apprentice Program

The IEC Electrical Apprenticeship Program provides hands-on electrician training combined with classroom instruction, preparing students for successful careers in the electrical construction industry.

Apprentices gain knowledge and experience in:

• Electrical systems and wiring installation
• Electrical safety and industry standards
• Advanced troubleshooting techniques
• The National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Electrical theory and real-world applications

Students combine classroom learning with on-the-job training through an IEC member contractor, allowing them to build practical skills while earning income in the field.

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 Accredited Electrical Training Program

The IEC apprenticeship program is:

• Accredited by the U.S. Department of Labor
• Approved by the Kentucky Apprenticeship Council
• Approved by the U.S. Veterans Administration

Graduates leave the program with the knowledge, experience, and credentials needed to advance as journeyman electricians.

 Earn College Credits While You Train

Apprentices can earn 51 college credit hours that apply toward an Associate Degree through Jefferson Community & Technical College while completing their electrical training.

 Apprenticeship Program Requirements

 Employment

 Year 1: If you are not currently employed by an IEC member contractor, IEC Kentuckiana can help connect you with employment opportunities.

 Years 2–4: Apprentices must work full-time for an IEC member contractor who sponsors their apprenticeship.

 Classroom Schedule

Students attend electrical training classes:

• Standard Program: One night per week for 39 weeks (August–May)
• Midyear Program: Two nights per week for 19 weeks (January–May)

Each apprentice receives at least 144 hours of classroom instruction per year.

 Graduate as a Professional Electrician

After completing the 4-year apprenticeship program, graduates become fully trained electricians prepared to advance their careers. Many graduates also pursue the Master Electrician Exam and licensing.

 Learn More About Electrical Training in Kentuckiana. Contact Stephen Burch at sburch@ieckyin.org or Amber Thieneman at mailto:athieneman@ieckyin.org below.

Start building your future in the electrical trade industry today.

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Plug In Program

New to the trade? This is a 1-day, 7-hour program that serves as an introduction to the Electrical Industry. By providing an overview of the Electrical trade, safety protocols, and hands-on activities, the IEC can assist potential apprentices to start their careers off strong. Resume and interview coaching is also provided.

This is a first step into the Apprenticeship Program. Your application fee to the program may be waived if applicable.

Saturday 9:00am- 4:00pm
The program is hosted once a month on a Saturday.
Cost: $100

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APPRENTICE’S RESPONSIBILITY

ACADEMICS

Class Attendance

• Regular attendance is essential for success in the program. Apprentices must complete the state-mandated minimum of 144 classroom hours each year. If an apprentice’s absences make it impossible to meet the 144-hour requirement, they will be required to repeat the school year or will be dismissed from the program.

Academic Performance

• A minimum average of 70% must be maintained each year to advance to the next level of training/next year’s class.
• Commitment in the classroom is just as important as performance on the job site — both are key to becoming a successful electrician.

WORK ETHIC

At IEC, we hold our apprentices to the highest standards of professionalism while employed with one of our trusted contractors.

• We expect every apprentice to consistently demonstrate:
• Punctuality
• Reliability
• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• A Positive Attitude

These core attributes are essential to your success as an IEC Apprentice – both in the classroom and on the job site.

OPPORTUNITY

Becoming an electrician is a smart, future-proof career choice. As our world grows more dependent on electrical and automated systems, the demand for skilled electricians continues to rise. With a projected shortage of electrical workers nationwide, job opportunities in the electrical construction industry are at an all-time high.

Best of all – this is a career that can’t be outsourced. Electricians are essential, local, and in demand now more than ever.

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📍 Location:

• IEC Training Facility
• 1810 Plantside Drive
• Louisville, Kentucky 40299

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