Electrical - Level 1 (WCG)


ID : 33146    Section Number : 62FG

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Master the basic concepts to prepare for entry-level employment in the electrical industry. Topics include orientation to the electrical trade, circuits, electrical theory, National Electric Code, device boxes, hand bending, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables, residential electrical services and electrical test equipment. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the Electrical - Level 1 credential exam offered by the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER).

Hybrid Class: This class schedule includes both in-person meetings on PVCC campus and instructor-led online meetings. Students must have a computer or tablet with internet access, and have a basic knowledge of computers and Internet to be successful in this course.

The class meets every Monday from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The class will alternate meeting in person on PVCC main campus and virtually over Zoom. The first class meeting will be in person. See schedule details below.

In addition to the instructor-led class meetings, students will be required to complete four (4) hours of self-paced online work every week.

Admissions Requirements:
  • Completion of Introduction to Construction with successful NCCER CORE Certification
  • Must be at least 18 years of age by first day of class to register.
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Funding may be available to offset the tuition cost for individuals who meet eligibility requirements. Funding is limited and therefore distributed on a first-come, first-come basis.

WCG Grant: Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia "domicile" means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application.

G3/FANTIC Initiatives: The G3 and FANTIC programs makes it possible for Virginians with low or modest income to pursue jobs in high-demand fields. Funding covers an additional 1/3 of the course tuition.

Program Pricing:
  • Regular/Full Price: $4500
  • FastForward Price: $1500
  • FastForward plus G3 Price: $0
Next Step:
To apply for financial assistance, follow this link to the FastForward Funding Application. Read the instructions, click Add to Cart and answer the questionnaires. After you complete the checkout process, you will receive an email with a secure document upload link and list of required documents to verify your application. Email sbayker@pvcc.edu with questions.
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Class Details

15 Session(s)
Days of the Week :Multiple Days of the Week :
  Weekly(2) - Mon.  
  Weekly(2) - Mon.  

Location : Multiple Location : 
  PVCC Main Bldg.. 
  WFS - Online Course.

Instructor : TBD Instructor 

CEUs : 10

Tuition:  $4,500.00

Registration Closes On
Monday, September 14, 2026 @ 12:00 AM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
9/14/2026 - 12/21/2026 Weekly(2) - Mon 05:30 PM - 09:30 PM Charlottesvle, PVCC Main Bldg.  Map, Room: M829 TBD Instructor 
9/21/2026 - 12/14/2026 Weekly(2) - Mon 05:30 PM - 09:30 PM Charlottesville, WFS - Online Course  Map, Room: Synchronous Class TBD Instructor 

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