Electrician Schools in Opelousas, LA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare electrician programs in Opelousas, Louisiana. 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 Opelousas, LA

#1

South Louisiana Community College

Lafayette, LA 21.5 miles away BOC Score 40.6
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,210
  • Out-of-state tuition: $4,210
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 30%
  • Programs offered: 49
  • Annual completions: 3,437
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Southern University and A & M College

Baton Rouge, LA 53 miles away BOC Score 31.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 133
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Baton Rouge Community College

Baton Rouge, LA 56.8 miles away BOC Score 43.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 948
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Central Louisiana Technical Community College

Alexandria, LA 58.1 miles away BOC Score 57.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 2,091
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

ITI Technical College

Baton Rouge, LA 60 miles away BOC Score 65.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 274

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

SOWELA Technical Community College

Lake Charles, LA 67.7 miles away BOC Score 49.8
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  • 3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Ave Lake Charles, LA 70615
  • (337) 421-6565
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 2,424
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Fletcher Technical Community College

Schriever, LA 93.4 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 1,270
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Southeastern Louisiana University

Hammond, LA 96.2 miles away BOC Score 45.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 360
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Louisiana Electrician Salary Snapshot

Louisiana
Louisiana Median Pay $61,540 $29.59 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

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

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