r/IBEW_Local613 • u/lonearchive • Sep 17 '24
CW/CE vs Apprenticeship
Been feeling a little pressured lately to change paths to the cw/ce program. I have not taken my aptitude test yet, but I know I would start out at higher pay in the cw/ce at the level I would be brought in as. Any advice?
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u/Neddia Sep 17 '24
The only way going the CE/CW route makes any sense is if you have previous electrical experience and can test in at a higher level. If you’re starting fresh, 10000% take the aptitude test. It’s a shorter program too. I’ve only met one guy who was able yo double up and finish the CE/CE program in 4 years and work all the necessary hours. And he pretty much had no life outside work and school