Electrician at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan in Dothan, AL

Construction Trades CERTIFICATE CIP 46.0302

Total Graduates

13

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

77%

10 of 13

Female Graduates

23%

3 of 13

Annual Tuition & Fees

$4,980

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Electrician.
Degree Level CERTIFICATE
CIP Code 46.0302
Program Family Construction Trades

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 13 graduates
Award Year 2025
Gender Distribution 77% male, 23% female

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for George C Wallace Community College-Dothan programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Pre-Apprentice Electrical Lineworker - Certificate90%68%63%$12,038
Pre-apprentice Electrical Lineworker88%26%28%$9,413
Electrical Technology AAS38%4%—$3,900

In the Pre-Apprentice Electrical Lineworker - Certificate program at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan, 68% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 90% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,038 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Pre-apprentice Electrical Lineworker program at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan, 26% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 88% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,413 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Electrical Technology AAS program at George C Wallace Community College-Dothan, 4% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 38% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $3,900 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

License Requirements for Electricians in Alabama

Working in this field in Alabama may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Comparing states? See our full 50-state electrician license guide.

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$62,350

10-Year Job Growth

+9.5%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
Electricians SOC: 47-2111
$49,880+9.5%
75%
primary100% confidence
$62,952+5.3%
75%
primary100% confidence
$47,440+10.4%
0%
primary100% confidence
$66,880+1.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
$62,952+5.3%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$46,763

Peak Salary

$77,938

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (2)

● Troubleshooting
● Repairing

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Dothan, AL

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $4,980
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,850
Average Net Price $476

Program Information

CIP Code: 46.0302
CIP Family: 46
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