FAQ’s
Applications are accepted online.
Yes, please click here for instructions on how to apply online.
No.
The Electrical Training Alliance offers both a Reading Comprehension course and Tech Math course. Both courses are online. You can find out more information about these courses by clicking here.
You are not permitted to reschedule your Aptitude Test. If you cannot make it to the Aptitude Test you will be required to reapply.
No. The aptitude test will be scheduled after the application is completed.
The Electrical Training Alliance offers both a Reading Comprehension course and Tech Math course. Both courses are online. You can find out more information about these courses by clicking here. You can also view sample questions by clicking here.
Yes.
A college transcript with an associates degree or higher awarded can work in lieu of a highschool transcript. The math requirement still must be satisfied.
Go to www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/ and click on “Apprentice Electrician” under “Individual Licenses” and enter your information. You will need a debit/credit card to make the $20.00 payment. Your physical license will be mailed to you in a few weeks.
Individuals with criminal records will need to fill out a supplemental information sheet. Please keep in mind that TDLR will take weeks to process your application if you are required to complete the supplemental information sheet.
You will need to upload a copy of your Texas Electrical Apprentice License or Temporary Texas Electrical Apprentice License during the application process.
Yes. However, a valid Driver License is part of the required paperwork necessary to complete an application and qualify for an interview. A Texas Driver License with a “B” restriction does not qualify.
Yes. Apprentices can expect employer paid health insurance coverage, a defined benefit plan (pension), and an annuity that starts in the second year.
All types of Inside Electrical Construction (not lineman work). However, the majority of the work performed will be of the commercial and industrial types.
No, construction experience is not required or expected, but it is welcomed.
The rate of pay for apprentices begins at 50% of the Journeyman hourly rate at the start of the first year and progresses to 80% of the Journeyman rate in the last year of apprenticeship. The rate of pay for Journeyman is $40.65 (as of 3/1/2026).
No. The JATC will coordinate with participating employers to facilitate job placement.
We will coordinate with each applicant for the transition and initial job placement. After job placement, it is inadvisable to attempt to maintain another job other than the employer assignments provided by the JATC.
You must be available for employment within two weeks after being accepted into the program. You will be placed with an employer as soon as possible.
There are 22 counties in the jurisdiction, and you may be required to work in any of them.
Every apprentice is expected to have dependable means of transportation to and from all job assignments.
A pre-requisite Math Refresher class starts in May ahead of the Fall Semester which starts in July. And, a pre-requisite Math Refresher class starts in October ahead of the Spring Semester which starts in January. However, if you are interested in beginning your career in electrical constructions you should not wait to make application. Applicants are interviewed and accepted into the program year-round, with the process of job placement and on-the-job-training beginning as soon as accepted.
No. All classroom training will take place on site at the North Texas Electrical JATC in Grand Prairie, TX.
Yes. Since a degree path is offered through Dallas College – North Lake Campus, you could take the remaining core classes necessary for the degree while going through the program. Although, your class schedule cannot interfere with your on-the-job training, or your classes taken at the Apprenticeship School.
Yes. Go to the TDLR website for licensing information.
No. However, some felonies are disqualifiers for licensing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Therefore, anyone who has a felony is encouraged to apply for a TDLR Apprentice license before the application process. It is illegal to do electrical work in Texas without a license, therefore those who cannot acquire one will not meet the requirements of the program
Yes. An apprentice can expect to pay roughly $7500 Total ($1875 a year X 4 = $7500).
No. Also, tuition is due each semester and must be paid in full.
Veterans in an approved program can use their GI Bill benefits and receive a tax-free stipend. This apprenticeship program is approved for Veterans using their VA education benefits.
The process to transfer to our program from another JATC can be found here.
Yes. We attend college and career fairs in the North Texas Region when times allows. Please reach out to Jason Allen at JAllen@ntejatc.org to discuss the details of your college and career fair.