High Voltage Lineman Technology

Technical Certificate

Program Overview

The Technical Certificate in High Voltage Lineman Technology trains students in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical power lines and systems. The program covers topics such as electrical theory, power distribution, and safety protocols. Students learn to climb poles, operate specialized equipment, and perform line work under various conditions. The curriculum includes hands-on training in simulated environments, where students practice skills such as rigging, grounding, and troubleshooting. Graduates are prepared for careers as linemen, working for utility companies, construction firms, or telecommunications providers. The program emphasizes the importance of safety, teamwork, and technical expertise, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the physically demanding and highly skilled work of a lineman.

Location Availability

Newport

Program Availability

Fall

Length of Program

10 months

Complete the High Voltage Lineman Technology Application

Applications for the HVLT Program are due on the following dates:
Fall Semester applications due on May 15th!

TO GET STARTED: These items must be completed first. ·

- - Complete an online ASUN application at www.asun.edu
  - Submit high school transcript or GED
  - Submit ACT/College Entrance scores
  - Proof of 2 doses of the MMR vaccine
  - If applicable, a college transcript
  - Must include a copy of valid Arkansas Driver’s license (for insurance purposes you must have less than 10 points on your record).

A faculty member will reach out to schedule the following:

- - Interview with HVLT faculty
  - Complete a pole climbing evaluation (must be scheduled in advance)

HVLT Program Application

THIS FORM MUST BE RETURNED TO VICKI FRANS IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDER FOR THE HVLT PROGRAM.

Email: vicki_frans@asun.edu (underscore between first and last name)
Fax: 870-358-4117
Mail: ASUN, P O Box 280, Marked Tree, AR 72365

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Financial Aid Eligibility

Financial aid availability varies by degree program, with some not qualifying for specific types of aid. Please review the chart below to understand your options and ensure you're aware of any program-specific restrictions.

Title IV (Pell, Loans, FWS, and other federal grants)	ASUN Institutional Scholarships	Arkansas Department of Higher Education Scholarships	Private Scholarships
Eligible	Eligible	Eligible	Eligible

Job Market Outlook

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Vicki Frans

Academic Coordinator

Campus: Marked Tree

Kenny Browning

Director of High Voltage Lineman Technology

Campus: Newport