Electrician Schools in Hickory, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare electrician programs in Hickory, North Carolina. 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 Hickory, NC

#2

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Hudson, NC 11.9 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $2,537
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,681
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North Carolina Electrician Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $54,070 $26.00 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $62,350 $29.98 per hour
Data Year: 2024 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

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Career Overview

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

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