Electrician Apprentice Aptitude Test

The Electrician Apprentice Aptitude Test, also referred to as the IBEW Aptitude Test or ETA Aptitude Test, is a critical step for candidates applying to electrician apprenticeship programs across the United States. Administered by the Electrical Training Alliance (ETA)—a partnership between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA)—this exam evaluates key academic skills essential for success in technical training and on-the-job performance.

Passing this exam is required to qualify for entry into a Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) program. These programs are competitive, and your test score often determines whether you move forward in the application process. Scoring well can:

• Secure your spot in an apprenticeship program
• Increase your chances of long-term career success
• Set you apart from other applicants

• Algebra and Functions
• Covers basic and advanced algebra
• Tests your understanding of equations, inequalities, percentages, and functions
• Time Limit: 46 minutes
• Approx. 33 questions
• Reading Comprehension
• Assesses your ability to understand, analyze, and interpret written text
• Time Limit: 51 minutes
• Approx. 19–21 questions

• No calculators are allowed during the test.
• Your score is not given to you directly. Instead, you are notified if you qualify for an interview.
• The test is not pass/fail, but a competitive ranking system. Higher scores improve your chance of selection.
• You can take the test only once every six months.