Electrician Schools in Bessemer, AL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare electrician programs in Bessemer, Alabama. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Electrician Schools Near Bessemer, AL

#1

Lawson State Community College

Birmingham, AL 7.2 miles away BOC Score 38.3
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 43
  • Annual completions: 463
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Fortis Institute-Birmingham

Birmingham, AL 7.8 miles away BOC Score 27.8
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 14
  • Annual completions: 370

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Bevill State Community College

Jasper, AL 35.3 miles away BOC Score 50.6
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 1,889
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Shelton State Community College

Tuscaloosa, AL 38 miles away BOC Score 40.6
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 909
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville

Hanceville, AL 49.7 miles away BOC Score 52.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,220
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,090
Contact
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 50%
  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 2,010
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

J F Ingram State Technical College

Deatsville, AL 64 miles away BOC Score 9.3
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 31
  • Annual completions: 4,530

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

George C Wallace State Community College-Selma

Selma, AL 64.4 miles away BOC Score 44.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,740
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,610
Contact
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 40%
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 372
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Central Alabama Community College

Alexander City, AL 66.7 miles away BOC Score 39.3
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,110
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,980
Contact
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 28%
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 402
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Gadsden State Community College

Gadsden, AL 71 miles away BOC Score 47.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,272
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,368
Contact
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 35%
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,817
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Jacksonville State University

Jacksonville, AL 76.1 miles away BOC Score 47.4
Tuition Contact school for pricing
Contact
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 293
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Alabama Electrician Salary Snapshot

Alabama
Alabama Median Pay $55,690 $26.78 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $63,190 $30.38 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 47-2111 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • NEC code curriculum and code-cycle year covered
  • Apprenticeship connections (4-5 year, 8,000+ hour pathway)
  • State journeyman and master electrician licensing steps
  • Hands-on lab hours (residential, commercial, industrial wiring)
  • OSHA safety certification (OSHA-10 or OSHA-30) included

Next Steps

Use ZIP search to widen your radius, then verify program details directly with each school.

Career Overview

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Electrician career guide

Explore more Electrician schools in Alabama or visit our Electrician training guide for program details, salary data, and certification requirements.

Notice an update we should make?
We strive for accuracy. Contact us here if you see incorrect or outdated info on this page.