Overview
Journeyperson electricians equip yourself to step into a supervisory role—leading a small crew (up to five electricians) while maintaining active tool work and assuming day-to-day coordination responsibilities..
Designed in partnership with the Electrical Contractors Association of BC.
What you will learn
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the small-crew electrical supervisory role on an electrical worksite by distinguishing responsibilities, limits of authority, and escalation pathways
- Lead effectively by aligning the crew around shared daily goals, coordinating handoffs, and reinforcing a mentorship culture through coaching and feedback
- Lead safe daily work execution by facilitating tailboard meetings, applying site and electrical safety protocols, and using checklists to reinforce safe work practices
- Plan, schedule, and manage time for daily supervision using project milestone tracking with a critical path
- Read, interpret and mark up site layouts to guide and communicate field decisions
- Communicate and document effectively for field supervision by delivering clear instructions, recording decisions/changes, and submitting a complete daily log/progress update
- Lead own professional development by using self-awareness and feedback to identify growth areas and set practical improvement goals to apply on the job
What to expect
This course introduces learners to the foundational skills for small-crew electrical supervision. Through lectures, seminars, and applied learning activities, learners will practice field-ready supervision routines, crew communication, and clear documentation using both paper and digital tools. This course is taught through practical, scenario-based learning that reflects the day-to-day realities of supervising work on an electrical site. Learners can expect a mix of instructor guidance, group discussion, hands-on exercises, and short simulations focused on safe work execution, work planning, communication, and leadership in the field.
Fees and other costs
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $450 | |
| College initiative | $5 | |
| Campus resource | $9 | |
| Total | $464 |
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* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.