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Become a licensed Electrician in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Wentworth's Journeyman Electrician program is an accelerated, four-course sequence designed to meet the 600-hour academic classroom educational requirements of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the Journeyman Electrician License. A variety of theoretical and applied concepts will be covered in each course, with the overarching intent of preparing to pass the Journeyman Electrician License Exam. Each class will devote a significant portion of time covering the Massachusetts Electrical Code.
Please Note: Wentworth’s program provides the 600 hours of required classroom instruction focused on code, theory, and safety — the curriculum you need to be eligible for the state electrician exam. This is primarily delivered in a traditional classroom setting, with occasional lab sessions.
We do not provide the 8,000 hours of on-the-job training required by the state. You’ll need to secure that experience separately by working full-time under a licensed electrician. See FAQs for more information.
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Now accepting applications for Summer 2026 (JE 1 & 2) and Fall 2026 (JE 1-4)*
Summer Term Dates: May 4 - August 17, 2026
Class Registration Opens: February 27, 2026, 2 pm
Registration Deadline: March 31, 2026
Fall Term Dates: September 8 - December 17, 2026
Class Registration Opens: Late March 2026
Registration Deadline: August 1, 2026
*JE 2, 3 and 4 are open to any student who has completed the prior levels at any Initial Education Provider (IEP) licensed by The Board of State Examiners of Electricians.
Our program prepares students for the Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician Exam. Students who complete the program will achieve the following milestones:
- Code - Students will learn to read, understand, and be able to process questions and find answers in the code book. Students will also know how to use the tables listed throughout the code book. All questions will be broken down to their simplest terms for the students benefit.
- Theory - Using the workbook and various handouts the students will master “DC & AC theory”. They will be able to understand Ohm’s law, series, parallel, and combination circuit calculations, thus leading to the understanding of voltage drop and the sizing of conductors.
- Safety - Students will learn job and tool safety, personal protective equipment, and safety around equipment used on the job. Safety is a must in an electrical environment.
These exam concepts are primarily delivered in a traditional classroom setting, with occasional lab sessions.
Format
In-Person | On Campus
This program is conducted entirely in-person, as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians. Classrooms are located on the Wentworth Institute of Technology campus at 550 Huntington Avenue, in Boston.
Time Commitment
Four 15-Week Semesters | 600 Hours
This program consist of four 15-week courses that are offered every September-December and January-April. Each course meets twice weekly for five hours, in the evening, for a total of 150 hours.
Summer 2026 Schedule | May 4 - August 17, 2026
- Journeyman Electrician 1: Monday/Wednesdays, 5 – 10 p.m.
- Journeyman Electrician 2: Tuesday/Thursdays, 5 – 10 p.m.
Fall 2026 Schedule | September 8 - December 17, 2026
- Journeyman Electrician 1: Monday/Wednesdays, 5 – 10 p.m.
- Journeyman Electrician 1: Tuesday/Thursdays, 5 – 10 p.m.
- Journeyman Electrician 2: Tuesday/Thursdays, 5 – 10 p.m.
- Journeyman Electrician 3: Monday/Wednesdays, 5 – 10 p.m.
- Journeyman Electrician 4: Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5 – 10 p.m.
Schedule Changes: No class on Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Martin-Luther King Day, Juneteeth, Presidents Day, Patriots Day, July 4 or Thanksgiving Breaks. Holiday make-up classes are typically scheduled on an alternative evening the same week as the missed class.
JE 1 - Brendan Conlon, M.S., B.S., A.A.S., Journeyman Electrician, Adjunct Faculty, Wentworth Institute of Technology
JE 1 - Steve Illingworth, B.A. Journeyman Electrician, Adjunct Faculty, Wentworth Institute of Technology
JE 2 - Simon Thach, B.S. Master Electrician, Adjunct Faculty, Wentworth Institute of Technology
JE 3 - John McDonagh, B.S. Master Electrician, Adjunct Faculty, Wentworth Institute of Technology
JE 1 & 4 - Dovi Ajavon, M.S., Master Electrician, Adjunct Faculty, Wentworth Institute of Technology
Tuition Cost & Required Books
Per Course Tuition (Spring 2026 Rate) = $2000*
Tuition is due for each course individually upon enrollment or students may select a monthly payment plan to spread the cost over three or four months. MA employers may qualify for funding through the Commonwealth Corporate Express Grant program.
Estimated Books & Materials Costs*
JE 1 = Est. $792 (2026 WIT Access Package Discount)
The WIT Access Package provides students with a significant discount for new, hard-copy versions of the five required JE 1 books below. As default, the package will be automatically added to your tuition statement for your convenience and books will be distributed on the first evening of class, reducing steps and cost for students.
Students may elect to opt out of the Access Package when they receive their tuition e-bill, and may purchase books, at the ala cart rate, via the WIT Bookstore or the alternative vender of your choice. Pricing will vary.
Required Books for JE 1
- 2026 National Electrical Code NFPA 70 | ISBN: 9781455932207
- Applied Codology Navigating the 2026 NEC Electrical IBEW NECA Training Alliance | (Not Yet Available: Coming Soon)
- Electrical Principles and Practices 4th Edition, Glen Mazur & Peter Zurlis | ISBN-13: 978-0826918116
- Print Reading for Installing and Troubleshooting Electrical Systems 2nd edition Glen Mazur, William Weindorf | ISBN-13: 978-0826920522
- Mathematics for Electricity and Electronics 4th Edition, Dr. Arthur Kramer | ISBN-13: 978-1111545079
JE 2 - 4: Books sold seperately through WIT Bookstore
Additional Required Books for JE 2 ≈ $50
- An Introduction to Fire Alarm Systems, Henry Nazar P.E. & Nakle Nazar | ISBN-13: 978-1097110551
Additional Required Books for JE 3 & 4 ≈ $220
- 2026 Electrical Grounding and Bonding 8th Edition, Phil Simmons
- Industrial Electricity and Motor Controls, 2nd Edition, Rex Miller & Mark R. Miller | ISBN-13: 978-0071818698
*Subject to change.
Due to the unique requirements of the Journeyman Electrician program, prospective students must apply, register, make payments, and order books through Wentworth primary enrollment systems.
✓ Step 1: Complete the Online Application
Please complete the online application for Journeyman Electrician by clicking “Add to Cart” below.
✓ Step 2: Receive Your WIT ID and WIT.edu Email Address
Once your application has been reviewed (expect up to 5 business days), you will receive a welcome email with a WIT ID number, WIT.edu email address, and additional instructions on how to register and pay for your selected course.
IMPORTANT: All correspondence from Wentworth, including program updates, faculty correspondence, and billing, will be sent to your WIT.edu email account.
✓ STEP 3: Register for Your Course(s)
Follow the instructions in your welcome email or visit our Registration page for details information on registering for courses.
✓ STEP 4: Pay for Your Course(s)
Once you have registered for your course, you will receive an email to your WIT.edu account with a link to pay for your course. Please visit our Student Accounts page for information on paying your bill and cancellation policy.
What do I need to do to become a Licensed Journeyman Electrician in Massachusetts?
Please visit the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians to access up-to-date classroom and work requirements, forms, exam fees and other information about obtaining your license.
What resources and benefits are available to me as a student?
While enrolled at Wentworth, Journeyman Electrical students have access to all campus resources and commuter benefits, including discounted MBTA passes, parking, access to the fitness center, library, wellness services, tutoring, local student discounts, and more! Visit Student Life's Campus Services & Commuter Services to learn more.
Does Wentworth offer the exam?
No. The Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians has contracted with PSI Exams Online to process exam applications, field any questions on applications, notify candidates, and conduct all examinations.
What are the requirements to sit for the exam?
Please review the Examination Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB) for more information on eligibility to sit for the exam.
What is your cancellation policy?
The Journeyman Electrician cancellation and refund policies and procedures align with those of the Wentworth University traditional student body.
Prior to Course Start Date: If you have registered for a course and need to withdraw prior to the start of the scheduled training, you must withdraw from the course via “Leopard Web” in your “My Wentworth” account. You will not be charged for your course and/or are eligible for a 100% refund if your drop occurs prior to the start of the scheduled training/course.
After the Course Start Date: If you need to withdraw after the semester add/drop date has passed, you MUST complete the Voluntary Withdrawal Form located on “My Wentworth”. The completed form must be emailed to the Registrar’s Office at registrar@wit.edu. Please familiarize yourself with the Tuition Proration Policy which affects the amount of tuition and/or fees charged and can also impact financial aid funding.
IMPORTANT: Non-attendance does not constitute withdrawal. Students who register for classes but do not attend are fully responsible for any balance incurred. Tuition and fees will not be adjusted on the student’s account until the Registrar’s Office receives an official Voluntary Withdrawal Form from the student.
Wentworth reserves the right to cancel any course with two (2) business days’ notice. Registrants may opt to enroll in the next available offering of the course or cancel your registration for a 100% refund.
Please visit Wentworth Student Accounts Billing and Payments to learn more about withdrawals and cancellations.
Is this program eligible for Wentworth college credit?
Our Journeyman Electrician courses alone are not elgible for college credit outside of Wentworth, however through our Wentworth's apprenticeship-to-degree pathways, if you've completed your 600 hours of electrical classroom training with Wentworth and have a valid Massachusetts Journeyman Electrical License (confirming 8,000 hours of on-the-job training), you're eligible to receive 24–27 college credits toward one of the following online, part-time degrees:
• Bachelor of Science in Project Management
• Associate of Applied Science in Engineering Technology
Is this program eligible for funding through the MA Workforce Training Express Program?
Yes! Our Journeyman Electrician courses are now eligible for the MA Workforce Training Express Grant Program. Employers can apply for funding to cover the cost of one course per year/per employee through the Commonwealth Corporation.
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