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According to the Massachusetts State Board of Electrical Examiners, before you take the licensing exam you must complete:

  • 8000 HOURS OF EMPLOYMENT (approximately 4 years) as an apprentice under the direct supervision of a holder of a MA Class B Journeyman's license and
  • 600 HOURS OF CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION in electrical code and theory from an approved school based on the current National Electrical Code.

There is no set order for the two requirements listed above. For example, you may start working as an electrical apprentice first, or you may start classes first, or do both concurrently. If you do not have any hands-on training, please consider applying to our CTI program listed below.

Ongoing Code Class

 

1 A&B

Starts on: September 15, 2026

Times: 5-9 pm

Days: Monday- Wednesday

Tuition: $655 Register Here

 

2 A

Starts on: September 15, 2026

Times: 4-9 pm

Days: Tuesday & Thursday

Tuition: $655 Register Here

 

3 A

Starts on: September 15, 2026

Times: 4-9 pm

Days: Tuesday & Thursday

Tuition: $655 Register Here

 

4 A

Starts on: September 15, 2026

Times: 4-9 pm

Days: Tuesday & Thursday

Tuition: $655 Register Here

 

FCTS has been approved by the Electrical Board of Massachusetts to teach the adult Journeyman and Masters Electrical Programs. 600 Hours of classroom instruction for electrical apprentices pursuing a career toward obtaining their journeyman's electrical license. It prepares and meets the requirements for the students to be eligible to take their Massachusetts Journeyman State Exams.

CTI Tuition-Free Career Training: Electrical

Dates:  September 14 – December 3, 2026

Days: Monday - Thursday

Time: 5 - 9 p.m.

Tuition: $3,800 - *Free for qualifying students through the CTI grant program

Gain the essential skills and knowledge needed to begin a career in the electrical field. Students will explore basic electrical theory, wiring methods, safety procedures, and code requirements through both classroom instruction and practical shop projects. This course lays the groundwork for apprenticeships or entry-level work with licensed electricians. Apply Today!

 

*Participants in these programs are not required to pay tuition, fees, or materials, so long as they meet income criteria set by the Commonwealth Corporation and the Massachusetts Governor's office.