Can you transfer these individual courses?

Yes, you can transfer these individual courses. Because these courses come from an accredited university they are able to be transferred to a full degree program at GCU or elsewhere. If you wish to transfer these courses to a university other than GCU, it is recommended you check with that university to see if the individual course would be accepted.

Does GCU offer accredited individual courses?

Individual courses are not accredited. However, GCU and many of its degree programs are accredited by their respective accrediting body. Visit our University Accreditation page to learn more about GCU’s institutional and programmatic accreditations.

Can single courses get you a job?

The most important factor that employers look for when hiring for a job is experience. On its own, a single course may not be enough to land you a new job. But when combined with your current and past experience, the information you learn in your single course could push you ahead.

How long does it take to complete an individual course?

The length of time to complete an individual course depends on the number of credits and location. Generally, most online classes take seven or eight weeks to complete, while most on-campus classes take 15 weeks to complete. It is recommended you search the details of the course you wish to take to find out exactly how long the course will take to complete.

How big is the class size for an individual course?

The class size for an individual course depends on the location, but here at GCU, we make it a priority to keep our class sizes small. The average on-campus class size at GCU is fewer than 24 students,* and the average online class size at GCU is fewer than 11 students.**

Pre-Apprenticeship for Electricians

Prepare for Electrician Work Through a Pre-Apprenticeship Pathway

When determination meets opportunity, the possibilities are limitless. You can complete electrician pre-apprenticeship courses through the Pre-Apprenticeship for Electricians after just one semester (16 credits and four courses).¹ These courses are designed to prepare you to move into an electrician apprenticeship and begin a professional career in a growing field.

4 Courses

16 credits and four courses to completion¹

49,200

Estimated number of new jobs to open for electricians from 2022 to 2032²

Pre-Apprenticeship for Electricians Experience

The always-evolving high-tech construction industry can be a great career option for those who like working outdoors and enjoy a good challenge. To ready yourself for a career focused on building and creating, consider GCU’s Pre-Apprenticeship for Electricians as a step toward your future career path.

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Pre-Apprenticeship Overview

One semester (16 credits)
Complete four college-level courses (transferrable) within a 15-week period (four credits each)
- Orientation and Success
- Math Applications
- Communications
- Electrical Foundations
Hands-on, practical applications within the courses
Afternoon and evening classes that fit your schedule
Fully funded tuition may be available for U.S. citizens
Qualified students must possess a driver’s license and be authorized to work in the U.S.³

Locations

Austin, Texas
Phoenix, Arizona

Benefits of the Pre-Apprenticeship for Electricians

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook estimates job growth for electricians to increase by about 6% from 2022 to 2032, faster than average, accounting for an estimated increase of 49,200 jobs in the field.² By taking the pre-apprenticeship courses, students may be more prepared for an electrician apprenticeship and have the opportunity to meet the needs for a potential career as an electrician.

This pre-apprenticeship teaches students how to be supervised, builds character, a strong work ethic and so much more! Here are just a few benefits you can look forward to as a participant in this Pre-Apprenticeship for Electricians:

The GCU Pre-Apprenticeship courses are designed to provide access to an Employer Apprenticeship Program in Arizona and Texas. Those who are accepted into and complete an Employer Apprenticeship program and become electricians may earn $60,240 annually (national median rate according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of May 2022). Salaries will vary based on the individual and the hiring company.⁴
Opportunities to work during the pre-apprenticeship
Begin securing your future in a career building complex, high-tech construction projects

$60,240

Median annual wage of $60,240 for electricians, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (as of May 2022).⁴

¹ This pre-apprenticeship does not lead to licensure.

² COVID-19 has adversely affected the global economy and data from 2020 to 2022 may be atypical compared to prior years. Accordingly, data shown is effective September 2023, which can be found here: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Electricians, retrieved on Nov. 3, 2023.

³ A completed background check and fingerprint clearance are dependent on contract.

⁴ The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Electricians as of May 2022, retrieved on Nov. 3, 2023. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2022 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as electricians, nor does it reflect the earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc. against a pool of candidates.