Electrical Technician is a Diploma program offered by Ayers Career College in Shreveport, LA. The program takes 36 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $17,455.
Program Overview
Objective. This program is designed to prepare graduates to install, repair, service and maintain large industrial machining systems and introduce students to basics of electrical maintenance and repair.
Electrical Technicians keep our power-driven world running. In this role, you’ll install, maintain, and troubleshoot systems that support manufacturing plants, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities. This includes critical work for growing data centers, optimizing power grids, and building infrastructure for AI technologies.
Since 1953, Ayers Career College has helped students in the Ark-La-Tex area train for stable, in-demand careers in the skilled trades. This focused program blends classroom instruction with real-world lab experience, so you can graduate job-ready in as little as nine months.
Hands-On Lab Training. Our industry-standard labs give you practical experience that mirrors real job sites. You’ll work with electrical panels, motor controls, and diagnostic tools while practicing essential skills such as installing conduit and pulling wire, tracing circuits and troubleshooting with multimeters, reading schematics and wiring diagrams, and performing preventive maintenance on electrical equipment. To build even more real-world confidence, you’ll complete a 120-hour externship with local employer partners.
What sets this Program apart
Students choose Ayers because they:
- Get job-ready fast and complete training for entry-level positions in as little as nine months
- Gain real-world experience in fully equipped labs with industry-standard tools and equipment
- Learn directly from industry professionals who bring years of real-world experience and personal guidance
- Benefit from personalized support with small class sizes, giving you more one-on-one help
- Connect with local employers throughout northwest Louisiana and the Ark-La-Tex region, opening doors to real job opportunities
- Get dedicated career services for resume building, interview prep, and job placement before and after graduation
- Want to attend an accredited school trusted by employers; Ayers Career College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education
Admission Requirements and Process
Admissions Officers at Ayers Career College make a point to meet prospective students face-to-face. Ayers feels that this is the best way to assess an individual’s commitment to their educational goals. A student may be accepted into a program of study once they satisfy all of the admission requirements below, sign an Enrollment Agreement and pay their enrollment fee.
General Requirements
- AgeThe student is at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or equivalentThe student has a high school diploma from a high school recognized by the state in which it is located or a recognized equivalent such as a GED certificate, and provides a copy…
- Admissions interviewAn applicant must request and complete an appointment for a personal interview with an Admissions Officer.
- Wonderlic Scholastic Level ExamAll applicants must meet the minimum score of 15 or higher on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam; an applicant who does not pass may retake another version of the exam within 24…
- Enrollment Agreement and financial planThe applicant must sign an Enrollment Agreement, pay the enrollment fee and have a financial plan on file.
- Driver’s license and screeningApplicants for the ET program must possess a valid driver’s license and may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screening; applicants with charges on their…
Application Process
- 1Contact AdmissionsCall 1-800-317-0131 or fill out the form to set up a time to speak with an Ayers representative and request an appointment for a personal interview with an Admissions Officer.
- 2Take the Wonderlic Scholastic Level ExamApplicants must meet the minimum score of 15 or higher on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam.
- 3Meet with a Financial Aid OfficerStudents requiring assistance must make an appointment to meet with a Financial Aid Officer and complete a FAFSA (Ayers Federal School Code 004621); the student must have a financial plan on file.
- 4Sign the Enrollment AgreementThe applicant must sign an Enrollment Agreement and pay their enrollment fee, after which the applicant is admitted into Ayers Career College.
- 5Complete program admissionProvide your high school diploma, transcript or GED scores within 5 school days of starting; ET applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and may be subject to a background check and drug screening.
- 6Begin classesA new student must begin attending classes within two (2) school days following the official start date; all new students start on a 21-day Conditional Enrollment period with no financial obligation beyond the registration fee.
Program Schedule
Day classes meet Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (the program page lists 8:30 AM – 1:50 PM). Day students are provided three scheduled breaks.
Students are required to complete 120 extern hours over a six-week period. Extern hours must be scheduled Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, based on the approved schedule and availability of the assigned extern site. Electrical Technicians will be enrolled for our day classes.
Start dates. Courses begin every six weeks for day students; the next day class start is November 30, 2026.
- November 30th, 2026
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Cost of attendance. Tuition $17,455; registration fee $100; required program materials $895; total cost $18,450 (Ayers Career College Catalog, Volume XXXIII (eff. 10/12/2026), Tuition and Fees, 36 Weeks-Day).
Required program materials. Dual Channel Oscilloscope $45; Elenco Electronics Learning Center $45; Fox and Hound Signal Tracer $40; Digital Multimeter $50; Chromebook $100; Cengage Unlimited - 1 Year $215; Tool bag $150; Uniform $100; Steel Toed Boots $150.
Financial aid. Students requiring assistance must make an appointment to meet with a Financial Aid Officer. All students who desire to be considered for Federal Financial Aid must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Ayers Federal School Code: 004621.
Grants: Federal Pell Grant; Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant. Loans: Federal Direct Loan; Federal Direct Plus Loans (Parent Loans to Undergraduate Students).
Other federal and state programs. State Matching Funds Grant, Trade Readjustment Act (TRA), Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), State Vocational Rehabilitation and Veterans Education and Training Benefits.
Veterans. Ayers Career College is approved to offer education benefits to eligible Veterans and their beneficiaries: Chapter 30 Montgomery GI Bill®, Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment, Chapter 33 Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Chapter 35 Survivor’s and Dependents Educational Assistance, Chapter 1606 and Chapter 1607 (REAP). All VA students must provide a Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
Conditional enrollment and refunds. All new students are placed on Conditional Enrollment Status for 21 calendar days; students who withdraw during that period owe nothing beyond the non-refundable $100.00 registration fee. A full refund is made to any student who cancels within 72 hours after signing the enrollment contract.
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Curriculum
The Electrical Technician program totals 720 clock hours and 52.5 quarter credit hours. A credit hour is equivalent to one quarter credit for 10 clock hours of lecture, 20 clock hours of laboratory, or 30 clock hours of work-based activities.
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Career Outcomes
Ayers Career College Electrical Technician graduates may find employment in any of the following settings: pre-fabricated building manufacturing, industrial production, and machine maintenance.
Common workplaces include manufacturing & industrial (aerospace, automotive, chemical processing, and food production); oil & gas; healthcare; commercial construction; government & military (Barksdale Air Force Base, defense contractors, city facilities); and utilities & energy.
Electricians who graduated from Ayers’ Electrical Technology program often find employment with organizations such as Sabre Industries, Ronpak, Module Solutions, Kronospan, Frymaster and Fibrebond.
What to expect as a Ayers Career College student
Ayers Career College provides air-conditioned classrooms and laboratories in their approximately 24,000 square feet building devoted to education. Modern equipment is available at the Shreveport career school and provides students with a wide variety of challenging projects. Consistent safety standards are an integral part of the training at Ayers Career College. A coffee and snack area with WIFI access is open to all students before and after classes and during breaks. There is no smoking allowed in the building.
The training facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities, including those utilizing a wheelchair. Reserved parking places are provided adjacent to the main entrance. Entrances, exits, classroom seating, and restroom facilities are equipped to accommodate students with these special needs.
Career Services. As part of the training program’s curriculum, students attend a Career Development course where they learn how to write their resume, learn effective interview strategies, see how to use social networking to their advantage, and build a professional portfolio. Ayers Career College designs mock interview sessions with students as part of their Career Development course. Although we cannot guarantee you a job, Ayers’ Career Services team will be with you every step of the way.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
Ayers Career College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE). It is licensed by the Louisiana Board of Regents and adheres to the rules and regulations of the Louisiana Proprietary Schools Advisory Commission.
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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