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Program Overview

A Construction Electrician Diploma from Centura College is a specialized educational credential that equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to embark on a career in the electrical industry. This trade is crucial in today’s world where electricity powers everything from our homes to our workplaces. With a growing demand for skilled electricians, earning a specialized diploma can open the doors to a bright and promising future.

career opportunities

At Centura College, we offer a comprehensive Construction Electrician Diploma program designed to prepare you for a career in the electrical industry. Our program, which can be completed in 12 months, includes both day and night course options to help accommodate your schedule.

format and duration

  • Diploma
  • Program length: 12 months
  • Day courses: between 8:30am – 2:30pm
  • Night courses: between 5:30pm – 11:30pm

Master Construction and Electrician Learning

Our Construction Electrician program covers a wide range of topics to sharpen your industry expertise including:

  • Electrical theory
  • Safety
  • Wiring methods
  • Blueprint reading
  • Electric equipment selection
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
  • Preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical equipment

Introduction to Construction Electrician

In just 48 weeks, our Construction Electrician program offers 36 credit hours through nine courses, including:

  • Electrical schematics, one-lines, and wiring diagrams
  • Real-life applications using test and measuring equipment, circuitry, and electrical apparatus
  • National Electric Code (NEC)
  • OSHA 10-hour safety certification

personality assessment

Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!

Financial Aid

We help develop a personalized financial plan for every student at Centura College.

Investing in the right education now pays higher dividends when you start your new career. To assist you in making the cost of attending Centura affordable, we offer assistance as you plan to begin your academic career. All prospective students talk with one of our Financial Aid Advisors to develop a financial plan, discuss qualifications and obtain any necessary applications.

Our Financial Aid Expert will provide you with options to make best education investment in yourself, both realistic and affordable. Let us help you find option that suits you best. Fill out the form NOW!

Centura is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a proprietary institution of higher education for the purpose of student participation in federal grant and loan programs. Centura’s training is also approved to accept various types of military tuition assistance and veteran benefits for active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their dependents.

The school also has tuition payment plans available if you are using income from a part-time job, family, or personal resources to meet tuition obligations. There are also scholarships, scholarship match program and private, non-federal loan sources available. A plan tailored to meet your needs while attending school can be arranged. Check with your Financial Aid Advisor for full details on tuition payment schedules.

Some of the many types of financial aid and assistance options available to qualified students are:

  • Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Federal Pell Grants
  • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
  • Federal Family Educational Loan Programs
  • Federal Subsidized Stafford Loans
  • PLUS Loans
  • Military Tuition Assistance
  • Veteran Benefits
  • Rehabilitative Services
  • Veteran Survivors Benefits
  • Scholarships
  • Scholarship Match Program

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Centura College

Convenient campus locations close to home and work, day and night classes available, career placement assistance for all graduates, focused, career-oriented education, hands-on training in classroom labs, instructors with real-world experience bring learning to life, Financial aid available for those who qualify, business and industry leaders provide input on training and trends, military tuition assistance and veterans’ benefits for those who qualify, free tutoring support.

How to apply?

It’s easy! To start the application process, simply fill up above form!

Where Can I Explore Programs Options?

Select a program from section above or top navigation to explore options for your new future.

Do you offer financial aid?

Fortunately, we at Centura College have a dedicated team to assist students with financing their education. There are many payment options available to students. Simply read above section!
Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Our Locations

Chesapeake, Virginia

Centura Chesapeake
1150 Greenbrier Parkway,
Chesapeake, VA 23320

Newport News, Virginia

Centura Newport News
616 Denbigh Blvd,
Newport News, VA 23608

Norfolk, Virginia

Centura Norfolk
7020 N Military Hwy,
Norfolk, VA 23518

*Not all programs are offered at all locations.