Provided by
Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC)
This Certificate trains students for employment as maintenance electrician trainees in the industry. It is also appropriate for those currently working in maintenance or electrical installation desiring to upgrade their skills. All credits in this program apply directly towards the electrical technology AAS degree program.
Quick Facts
Type
Sub-Associate Certificate or Credential Program
Length
1.5 years if full-time
Format
In-Person
Location
Texas Charter Township
Career Field(s)
Next Start Date
09/03/2025
Next deadline
08/15/2025
Am I Eligible For This Program
Eligibility Requirements
Placement Test
Participants must take placement test(s) to enroll and may be placed on a particular track within the program based on score(s).
Acceptable Forms of Verification: ACT or SAT Scores, take a Placement Test at KVCC, or completed a college level course in English and/or math with a "C" or better.
Prerequisite Coursework, Certification, or Experience
Participants must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Acceptable Forms of Verification: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
Prerequisite Coursework, Certification, or Experience
Participants must have completed a course or series of courses at the college level.
Acceptable Forms of Verification: Transcript stating that you completed the prerequisite for the course you are enrolling in.
What documents will I need?
ACT or SAT Scores, take a Placement Test at KVCC, or completed a college level course in English and/or math with a "C" or better.
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
Transcript stating that you completed the prerequisite for the course you are enrolling in.
How Much Will I Earn Or Spend
Program Financial Information
Tuition and Fees (Without Financial Aid)
Tuition is $124 per contact hour plus a $163 student fee per semester. For an updated cost of tuition and fees, please view here: https://www.kvcc.edu/tuition/
Cost of Books and Supplies (Without Financial Aid)
Cost of books and supplies can be looked-up here: https://bookstore.kvcc.edu/home
Qualification for Financial Aid
Application
Financial Aid
Promise Eligible
Tuition Incentive Program
Pell Grants
Paid Program?
no
Program Free?
no
Where Is This Program Located
Address
6767 West O Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Location Information
Location Type
Main Provider Address
Neighborhood
Texas Charter Township
What Other Resources Does This Program Offer
None
What Could This Training Lead To?
Credentials
Industry-Recognized Certificate or Certification
other Electrical Control Certification
Job Titles
47-2111.00 - Electricians
When And How Can I Start?
Application Instructions
Complete an online KVCC application. Be sure to identify your program of interest or select undecided if you are unsure at this time. You will receive an acceptance letter within one week. You can look through the New Student Enrollment Checklist for more details about enrollment at KVCC.
Admissions
Rolling Admissions? no
Contact
Mark Dunneback
Dean of Instruction - Business & Technical Career
mdunneback@kvcc.edu