Cosmetology Apprentice | Northwood Technical College

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingCoordinationTroubleshootingQuality Control Analysis

Knowledge

Building and ConstructionMechanicalPublic Safety and SecurityDesignCustomer and Personal Service

Abilities

Manual DexterityNear VisionArm-Hand SteadinessFinger DexterityExtent FlexibilityProblem SensitivityControl PrecisionMultilimb CoordinationTrunk StrengthVisual Color Discrimination

Tasks

Strip insulation from wire ends, using wire stripping pliers, and attach wires to terminals for subs
Trace out short circuits in wiring, using test meter.
Measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit, using measuring instruments and hand tools.

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareData base user interface and query softwareWord processing software

Tools

Adjustable widemouth pliersAdjustable wrenchesAir compressorsAir spadesAirhammersAmmetersAutomatic wire strippersAwlsBackhoesBear claw wire threadersBlock and tackle equipmentBucket trucksBulldozersCabinet tip screwdriversCable cutters

Work Values

SupportRelationshipsWorking ConditionsRecognitionIndependenceAchievement

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium47-3013.00	Helpers--Electricians	title_inference	$39,890 median$56,770 top	+0.15%	10

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Apprenticeship)

Wire stripping pliers and terminal connectors — strip insulation and secure wire ends to terminals with minimal oversight in preparation for soldering on residential and light commercial projects.
Test meters and circuit diagrams — trace short circuits through wiring systems independently, applying learned troubleshooting steps on routine service calls.
Measuring instruments and hand tools — measure, cut, and bend wire and conduit to specification without continuous supervision on mid-scale commercial installations.
Electrical units and junction boxes — inspect and tighten loose connections and replace damaged insulation using hand tools during scheduled maintenance visits.
Tools, vehicles, and parts inventory — maintain assigned equipment and supply stock in proper working order across multiple active job sites.
Hand and power tools — drill openings and route wiring through finished wall cavities and structural members during renovation and retrofit projects.
Semi-skilled electrical tasks — perform a range of installation and repair duties under reduced oversight, adapting methods to varying site conditions.
Active listening and coordination skills — communicate task progress and material needs clearly with journeyman electricians and site supervisors during daily operations.
Quality control checks — identify and flag substandard workmanship or non-compliant wiring runs before final inspection on construction projects.
Site cleanliness and material handling — dispose of scrap wire and conduit correctly and maintain an orderly workspace throughout multi-day installation jobs.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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