Electrical Lineworker Academy Wins Award
March 17, 2025 — Cleveland Community College’s Electrical Lineworker Academy has been named the 2025 Outstanding Registered Pre-Apprenticeship Program by ApprenticeshipNC–The State Apprenticeship Agency. The award was presented during ApprenticeshipNC’s annual awards ceremony held March 11 in Durham, N.C.
“I am so proud of our Electrical Lineworker Academy, and those who have worked to make it a success,” said CCC President Dr. Jason Hurst. “We recently graduated the 30th class, and we can still say that all have received a job offer by the time they walk across the stage. The support we’ve received from employers has been phenomenal, and it’s a wonderful feeling to know we’ve now helped hundreds of students get their start in such a great career.”
Established in 2017, the Electrical Lineworker Academy has earned a reputation for producing job-ready graduates with 100% of students receiving job offers before completing the program. Instructors are veteran lineworkers who emphasize hands-on training and a strong focus on safety. The academy draws students from across the U.S. and abroad, thanks to its high-quality, affordable training.
Strong partnerships with employers—including Duke Energy, Utility Lines Construction Services, City of Shelby, City of Kings Mountain, and City of Gastonia—have played a vital role in the program’s success.
The award from ApprenticeshipNC highlights the academy’s exceptional impact on workforce development and its commitment to student achievement.
To learn more about the Electrical Lineworker Academy, visit the Electrical Lineworker Academy program page.
