How To Become A Master Electrician

Learning how to become a master electrician is a great idea if are looking for a challenging career that will continue to be in demand. A master electrician is the highest level achievable in this field. Electricians who attain this license usually work in supervisory positions or own their own companies. The job outlook for this career is expected to continue to grow in the future. There are certain requirements that a person needs to be aware of to become a master electrician.

1. Education is important. A high school diploma or G.E.D. (general equivalency exam) is required to become an electrician. An associates degree from a community college or trade school in electronics or math is not a necessity, but it will lessen the amount of time you will spend in training. Other requirements can vary depending on where you live. It is common in most areas for master electricians to have either a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or at least seven years of experience. As computers become more necessary to everyday life, growth is expected to continue in the fields of computer-based wiring and infrastructure. As such computer science classes would also be a good choice.
2. On the job training.  Getting a comprehensive education is important to getting your foot in the door, but it is also necessary to have hands on training. Apprenticeship is the first step in the process. An apprenticeship program teaches blueprint reading, electrical theory and code requirements in a class room setting. In addition to classroom instruction, an apprentice works under an experienced electrician to learn all of the skills necessary to advance. These programs typically lasts four years,unless you have an associates degree, in which case, it is only two years. 
3. Obtaining a license. Almost all states require electricians to become licensed. The requirements for obtaining a license vary, but it is often necessary for electricians to pass an exam to prove their knowledge of state electric and building codes as well as electrical theory.

One word of advice, if you do not have a genuine love of learning, becme a Master Electrician may not be the career for you. Education is a lifelong process for master electricians. It is vital to stay up to date on building code changes and new laws that continually go into effect. Also technology is always changing and electricians must be aware of this and how it affects the way they do their job. 

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics