Education + Training
Find Your Pathway into Energy
There are many learning pathways one can take that will lead to a fulfilling career in energy. Trade and skilled certification and training is one way to break into the industry without the requirement of a collegiate degree. This route allows for on-the-job training and learning through apprenticeships and entry-level roles.
Have a High School Diploma? You Could Be A…
Want to Receive Hands-on Training? Enroll in an Apprenticeship
What is an Apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a paid position in which one learns from a mentor on the job, equipping them with the experience needed to transition into a new entry-level career.
Have a College Degree? You Could Be A…
Skilled Trade Training and Certification
The energy industry welcomes critical thinkers and natural problem solvers from any educational or career background with transferable skills. There are hundreds of entry-level positions with tremendous career advancement potential that can be explored and obtained after completing affordable training that’s quick and fits into your schedule.
What to Pursue and Obtain
- High School Diploma or GED
- Industry Sector Bootcamp
- National Career Readiness Certificate
- Energy Industry Fundamentals Certificate
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Fundamentals in Electricity
- Lockout-Tagout Certification
Energy-related Degrees
Are you headed to college or interested in continuing your education? Science, technology, engineering and math studies will provide the knowledge and tools needed to obtain a senior-level career in this industry and contribute to the advancement of clean energy.
What to Study
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental Architecture
- Renewable Energy
- Solar Energy
- Sustainability Management and Systems
- Urban Planning
Ready for your future?
Let’s get started. Choose a pathway option to learn more.
Apprenticeship Programs Postsecondary EducationLearn From Our Partners
Discover Energy Programs from MEWDC Member Educational Partners:
Alpena Community College
665 Johnson St.
Alpena, MI 49707
- Utility Technician Associate Degree
- Utility Technician Certificate
Grand Rapids Community College
143 Bostwick Avenue NE
Grand Rapids MI 49503
- Pre-lineworker Program
- Energy Trades Pathway Program
Henry Ford College
5101 Evergreen Rd.
Dearborn, MI 48128
- Power and Trades Pathway Program
- Electrical Engineering and Technology Associate Degree
Jackson College
2111 Emmons Road
Jackson, MI 49201
- Consumers Energy Empower Lineworker Pre-Apprenticeship Program
- Energy Systems Program
Lansing Community College
600 N. Grand Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933
- Electric Utility Lineworker Program
- Energy Management Program
MIAT College of Technology
2955 S. Haggerty Road
Canton, Michigan 48188
- Energy Technology Associate Degree
Mott Community College
1401 E. Court St.
Flint, MI 48503
- Electric Lineworker Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program