AWC to offer Electrician certification program entirely in Spanish
Dillon Fuhrman
WELLTON, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Arizona Western Entrepreneurial College (AWC) announced they are offering an Electrician certification program entirely in Spanish at the Wellton Manufacturing Training Center.
According to AWC, the Fundamentos de Electricidad program aims to teach “basic electrical wiring skills and allow students to graduate with an occupational certificate in two semesters.”
“Arizona Western College is focused on building a skilled workforce and supporting the communities we serve,” said Jim Larson, AWC Director of Manufacturing. “Offering electrical courses in Spanish is a great step toward helping more students gain the technical knowledge they need to succeed in a high demand career path. It’s a reflection of our mission to provide accessible, high-quality education that drives industrial growth.”
Courtesy: Arizona Western College
AWC says the class will run “every Monday and Wednesday night from August 12 to December 6” at the center, and “will cover basic electrical skills including grounding, power calculations, installation, and equipment selection.”
“The launch of our 100% Spanish-language Electrician program at the Wellton Manufacturing Center reflects our shared commitment with national priorities to expand access to workforce training,” said Reetika Dhawan, CEO of Arizona Western Entrepreneurial College & Vice President of Workforce & Healthcare. “By removing language barriers and meeting learners where they are, we are creating inclusive pathways to high-demand careers and supporting the economic vitality of our region.”
To learn more about the program, or to apply, contact Marcela Castro at the AWC Reskilling Center at marcela.castro@azwestern.edu or call (928) 317-6181.
Fully-Spanish Electrician program to begin in WelltonDownload