Training for California's Electrician Certification Program

In order to improve electrical safety and good practices for electrical installation and repair in the state, California has introduced and electrical certification program. Qualifying under this program means that a person is certified to work for C-10 licensed contractors. Because connecting electrical devices and systems are critical work in creating and maintaining safe buildings, the certification and recertification exams are hard and require careful preparation and study on the side of the examinee. In order to prepare adequately, one can join an electrical training program.

Types of Training Programs Available
There are different types of training classes available for those that wish to prepare for electrical certification program exams. State approved programs are the best one to take as they have the proper curriculum to teach the prospective electricians. Classes that focus on Fire and Life Safety, Information Technology, OSHA 10 and 30, as well as other non-residential lighting subjects, can be easily found from certified training providers. There are also specific topics that are focused on for specific certification types such as voice and data, residential, and safety. Good training programs often provide 32 hours of continuous education which is part of the state requirement for the renewal of certifications. Class room based, group based, hands-on, and online courses are just some of the ways that these training programs are delivered.

Trainee Programs
Because of state rules that require prospective electricians certificate receivers to have had 8000 hours of work experience to become certified, a lot of training schools offer six month programs. Different training programs have different emphasis but some of the most popular ones include advanced lighting controls, photovoltaic systems management and installation, as well as creating management systems for building energy. Good training schools provide the tools needed in during the program including high tech gadgets like iPads that are used for advanced light controller programing. Advanced lighting control training programs are also available for those who wish to learn about the latest in lighting control technology and other related advances.

Advantages of Online Preparation Classes
Most of the people that wish to take the electrical certification exams are currently working day-jobs or are studying in medium term training programs. In order to be adequately prepared without sacrificing their regular time schedules, they can take online preparation classes at more convenient times and dates. Another advantage of this type of class is that the review materials are accessible and reviewable at the student's leisure whenever the chance to study comes up. This type of preparation class is a great companion to other hands-on, classroom, and group training programs as they are non-distruptive makes the entire review process more efficient and effective. Some schools also deploy independent training modules in this manner for learning new material at a good pace.

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