Steps to Apply - Click here or see below for a printable checklist!

Step 1 - Decide what apprenticeship program you want to apply for:

The first step is to decide which one of our electrical programs you are interested in applying for.  We have an inside program that represents 93-96% of our apprentices, a telecommunication program that represents 3-5% of our apprentices, and a residential program that represents 1-2% of our apprentices.  

Step 2 - Review the acknowledgments:

The acknowledgments section provides you with all the information you need to understand the application process. It also informs you of the basic qualification requirements for our program and the specific areas of jurisdiction. Review these to get started. 

Step 3 - Create a TradeSchool account:

After submitting the application request form, you will create a TradeSchool account.

Step 4 - Pay the application fee:   

After creating a TradeSchool account, and receiving access to TradeSchool, you will need to submit a $40.00 fee to cover the application processing. We accept the following methods of payment: Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card payments are processed online. To pay with Cash, Check, or Money Order, you will need to stop by the Training Center.

Step 5 - Complete the online application: 

After we have received your $40.00 application processing fee, you will be able to complete your online application on TradeSchool. After you submit your application, you will need to email/submit your qualification documentation. 

Step 6 - Complete the GAN Personal Experience Form: 

After submitting your application...

Step 7 - Complete the GAN aptitude test: 

The test will take approximately 2½ hours and will be scheduled at the JATC. You will be notified by email with details.

Step 9 - Selection from the Ranked List:

Once applicants complete the GAN Personal Experience Form and GAN Aptitude Test, they are scored and placed on the ranked list. An applicant shall remain on the ranked list and eligible for selection for one calendar year unless they decline an offer, request to be removed from the list, fail to meet post-selection requirements, or are approved for a re-interview.