Frequently Asked Questions About Electrical Apprenticeship
IECRM is the largest IEC Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program in the nation. We are the first State-Approved electrical training school in Colorado.
- Independent Electrical Contractors
IECRM offers its 4-Year Electrical Apprenticeship Training Program in Colorado and Wyoming.
- Recognized by the State Apprenticeship Agency (SAA) - Apprenticeship Colorado, as well as the US DOL Office of Apprenticeship (OA).
- Approved and regulated by The Colorado Department of Higher Education, Division of Private Occupational Schools Board.
- Training is offered in Northglenn, Ft. Collins, South Denver, Cheyene, Wyoming and Live-Online.
- Classes meet once a week and start at 5:30pm.
- 95% of our students are employed while pursuing their education.
- Tuition assistance is available for unemployed students.
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Veterans: Apprentice training is GI Bill®
- applicable, and IECRM gives Veterans priority in terms of Tuition Assistance, as long as all other T.A. requirements are satisfied. - Through IECRM's partnership with Emily Griffith Technical College, students can earn up to 45 hours of transferable credit towards an associate's degree at a Colorado Community College or a bachelor degree at Metro State University, can earn up to 46 college credit hours through the American Council of Education (ACE), and earn up to 53 college credit hours toward a bachelor degree at CSU Global.
- IECRM offers the Public Sector Wage Benefit (OA) Program, which provides a tiered scale of prevailing wage salary and benefits to qualified apprentices.
For more information on the career opportunities and benefits of an IECRM education, contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does it take to become an electrician?
In order to take the license exam to become a Journeyman electrician, an individual must have a combination of 4 years of apprentice experience (8,000 on-the-job training hours) and at least 288 hours of classroom training. Please see this link for more detailed information from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
How can IECRM help me find a job as an apprentice?
A major benefit of IECRM is our large network of more than 200 local electrical contractors in Colorado and Wyoming. We can support your job search through our Hire List, Online JobBoard, and IECRM Career Fairs.
How to Register?
Contractors:
Please register your students using the FlashPoint system. Once logged into FlashPoint, there is a link with step-by-step instructions on “How to Register a Student” on the main page.
To receive FlashPoint login credentials, please visit iecrm.org/credentials and fill out the form to request credentials. An IECRM staff member will email you with credentials to log into FlashPoint. Credentials will be granted to member and non-member contractors.
If you have already received credentials and forgot your password, please visit FlashPoint and click the Forgot Password link. Make sure to check your email and spam folders.
When do classes start at IECRM for NEW apprentice students?
Open Enrollment for New students (“First Year Apprentices”) is held mid-June through mid-July of each year. New students will begin their first year of classroom training at IECRM in August of each year. The first year ends in either May or June of the following year. There are two semesters per school year. Students can attend class in Denver, Ft. Collins, South Denver or Live-online.
In addition to August start, IECRM has a LATE START program for First-Year Students ONLY.
Training Locations
Our main campus and administrative office is located in Northglenn, Colorado; and we also offer training online, as well as in Fort Collins and South Denver.
IECRM Northglenn Campus & Administrative Office:
11429 Pearl Street, Northglenn CO 80233
Phone: 303.853.4886
IECRM Fort Collins Campus:
912 Smithfield Drive #1&2, Fort Collins CO 80524
NEW LOCATION FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
DCSD Legacy Campus
10035 S. Peoria Street, Parker, CO 80134
Laramie County Community College
1400 E College Dr, Cheyenne, WY 82007
Who are the instructors?
IECRM takes pride in the dedication and expertise of our instructors. With a passion for teaching, they guide thousands of apprentices on their journey to becoming highly skilled, trained, and motivated electricians. As licensed professionals with real-world experience, our instructors bring invaluable insights to the classroom, helping students connect their training to practical applications and the impact of their trade.
What is the curriculum for each year of training?
The entire four years of the curriculum can be viewed here.
I have a job. Will classes affect my work schedule?
The vast majority of our students are employed as apprentices with electrical contractors during the day, and come to class at IECRM once a week from 5:30pm – 9:30pm. This means that classes should not affect students’ ability to work a full-time job as an electrical apprentice.
We also offer the option of Live-Online Apprentice Training, which also runs from 5:30pm – 9:30pm, once a week. Because this class is taught live by instructors over the web, it is a unique program unmatched by any other electrical training program in the region!
How much is tuition at IECRM?
Tuition is paid per semester (2 semesters per school year).
Early Registration Tuition Prices: Register and pay-in-full during Early Registration to get the best pricing on tuition!
$600* – $650* = Early Registration Member Rate
$900* – $950* = Early Registration Non-Member Rate
Regular Registration Tuition Prices: Pricing after early registration closes.
$650* – $700* = Regular Registration Member Rate
$950* – $1000* = Regular Registration Non-Member Rate
*Books are not included in the cost of tuition. The cost of books ranges from $450-$650 per year.
CLICK HERE to learn more about how your company can become a Contractor Member of IECRM.
Quite a few of our students are assisted with tuition costs by their employer.
If you are a student planning to pay your own tuition, please CLICK HERE for furtherinformation.
Learn more about how your company can become a Contractor Member of IECRM.
I am a US Veteran. Can I use my GI Bill benefits for the IECRM apprentice program?
Yes, you can apply your GI Bill benefits to apprentice training!
How to use your GI Bill benefits:
You must be working with an electrical contractor in order to use your education benefits. On the job training hours are required and submitted for payment. Payments will go directly to the apprentice and not the institution.
If you need help finding a contractor to work for…. Click on the Hire List to get the process started.
Additionally, if you are unemployed, you may apply for Tuition Assistance through IECRM. IECRM gives US Veterans priority for Tuition Assistance, as long as all other Tuition Assistance requirements are met by the individual.
If you are a Veteran seeking Tuition Assistance for education, please contact IECRM by phone at (303) 853-4886 (M-F 9:00 – 5:00pm), and we will provide you with our Tuition Assistance application.
Can I use the Job Training Tax Credit for apprentice tuition?
If your company is located in one of Colorado’s Enterprise Zones, your company may be eligible for a tax credit toward job training expenses for your employees. The Job Training Tax Credit may be applied toward what your company spends on IECRM apprentice training (including the Live-Online Program) and continuing education classes for your employees.
I live outside of Colorado and Wyoming. Can I apply to the program?
The IECRM apprentice program meets state licensing requirements for Colorado and Wyoming. Out-of-state residents interested in the Live-Online Apprentice Training Program should follow these steps:
1. Check for a Local IEC Chapter – View the IEC Chapters list to see if your state has one. Your local chapter can provide information on nearby programs and state-specific apprentice training requirements.
2. Verify State Requirements – If no IEC Chapter exists in your state, check with your local licensing authority for apprentice training requirements, as they vary by state.
3. Contact IECRM – Provide your state’s apprentice training requirements. If our program meets them, we will process your application over the phone—no need to visit our Denver office.
Additional Notes:
The SAA program is only available to Colorado and Wyoming contractors.
Contractors interested in IECRM membership may qualify as a Member-at-Large. Contact Holly Andrews, IECRM Operations Manager, at (303) 853-4886 for details.
What tools do I need for my first year?
These are suggested tools for First Year Students:
- Tool Bag
- Tape Measure
- Torpedo Level
- Roto Split
- Wire Strippers
- Pipe Reamer
- Phillips screwdriver
- Standard Screwdriver
- Lineman Pliers
- Needle Nose Pliers
- Channel Locks
- Sawzall or Hacksaw
- Cordless Drill
- Wire Cutters or Dikes
- Razor Knife
- Rock Saw for Drywall
- Head Lamp
- Amp Meter