Business Management Courses
TVPPA’s business management certificate programs help you build expertise and drive success. With 10 programs across various career paths, we provide industry-leading training and resources to help you excel. Expand your skills and advance your career with TVPPA.
Business Management Certificate Programs
To see details and courses required for a certificate, use the links below.
Administrative Professional Program (APP)
TVPPA’s Administrative Professional Program provides the essential tools to strengthen the skills and operational impact of administrative personnel in the public power industry. The course curriculum covers interpersonal effectiveness, foundational industry knowledge, and management of time, meetings, and resources.
Certified Utility Accountant (CUA)
The Certified Utility Accountant (CUA) program is designed for public utility accounting staff who are new to accounting, or who have a non-accounting background. It provides the essential knowledge and resources needed to perform effectively in the unique utility industry. The program includes a core curriculum of accounting courses, ranging
from basic to advanced, along with non-accounting classes.
Certificate of Customer Service (CCS)
In today’s evolving business landscape, customers expect top-tier service from their electric utility. The TVPPA Certificate of Customer Service curriculum is designed to equip professionals with the skills needed to exceed modern customer expectations. Coursework covers key topics such as nonverbal communication, effective communication strategies, and the fundamentals of electrical systems.
Certified Power Supervisor (CPSv)
TVPPA’s Certified Power Supervisor curriculum is tailored for supervisory personnel in public power distribution systems. This program focuses on strategies to reduce employee grievances, customer complaints, absenteeism, job-related accidents, and turnover. The curriculum consists of nine classes, with participants given four years to complete the program.
Certified Power Executive (CPE)
TVPPA’s Certified Power Executive (CPE) program is designed to provide mid- to upper-level managers with a deeper understanding of their roles in the utility industry. Participants explore key principles while developing effective leadership and management strategies to excel in their positions.
Advanced Certified Power Executive (AdvCPE)
This advanced course builds upon the skills and knowledge gained in the Certified Power Executive curriculum. It includes formal professional development, management strategies, and business principles. Participants must complete all course requirements within four years of starting the program.
Environmental Professional Program
The TVPPA Environmental Professional Program (EPP) equips electric utility personnel with essential environmental compliance skills across spill prevention, waste management, PCB handling, stormwater permitting, EPCRA reporting, and asbestos requirements. Participants learn how to interpret federal and state regulations, implement safe procedures, and maintain compliance in daily operations.
Foreman Academy (FA)
The Foreman Academy is designed to equip both emerging and experienced foremen with crucial knowledge and skills beyond basic linework. Topics include leadership, management, safety, and technical expertise to help you effectively lead your crew. Participants will receive a certificate for each completed track, with an overall completion certification once all three tracks are finished.
Utility Human Resources Certification (UHR)
The Certified Utility Human Resources (UHR) program provides specialized education and training for public utility HR professionals. Comprising nine core courses, the program focuses on current human resources challenges specific to the utility industry. Participants have four years to complete all requirements for certification.
Key Accounts Program (KAP)
The TVPPA Key Accounts Program provides utility account executives with the tools to serve commercial and industrial customers effectively. Participants will gain essential knowledge around successful key accounts programs, from building a strong foundation to program launch and long-term maintenance.
Utility Purchasing & Materials Management (UPMM)
TVPPA’s Utility Purchasing & Materials Management curriculum is designed for public power purchasing professionals. This program covers essential topics such as contracts, quality metrics, work order systems, negotiations, business strategies, and utility case studies to enhance skills in the field.
Utility Security Professional (USP)
The Utility Security Professional (USP) program addresses the growing demand for training individuals responsible for safeguarding their utility. Led by experts in law enforcement, physical security, emergency management, and utility security, this course provides specialized knowledge to enhance security practices within the industry.
Certified Safety Coordinator (CSC)
Ensuring a safe work environment is a significant challenge for utilities. Those responsible for safety management must possess up-to-date knowledge and expertise to maintain safe practices for utility employees. The Certified Safety Coordinator (CSC) courses, developed by TVPPA, address current health and safety issues in the industry.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop
March 15–20, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This 6 day class is an intense workshop designed to help potential Lineman Apprentice experience the everyday demands they will be expected to handle on the job. You will have the opportunity to learn various aspects of line work, with an emphasis in climbing. Individual sessions focus on the hazards of electricity, grounding, rigging, hand lines, aluminum and copper ties. You will be placed on call at night to become adapt to working at all hours of the day. You will have the chance to test your knowledge through homework and test. At the end of the week your manager will be given a written assessment of potential to perform work under stress and your capacity to learn and follow instructions. This class is a great tool for managers to use to determine the potential apprentice’s skills and abilities. They will be asked to complete an apprentice packet before coming to class that includes student information.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
March 16–20, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Princeton,
KY
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
March 16–20, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Daphne,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
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Substation Maintenance Lab A Introductory
March 16–20, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Substation Maintenance
Madison,
TN
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Fundamental Supervisory Skills
March 18–19, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Nashville,
TN
This course is the first of five core curriculum classes needed in order to receive a CPSv certification. This 2 day workshop consists of two modules. Managing People stresses and the importance of individual self-esteem in the workplace and shows how to give clear instructions, achieve consensus, and encourage others to commit to common goals. Communicating with People demonstrates active listening techniques, effective communication, and ways to recognize another person`s understanding of the issues. Instructional methods include presentation, videos, group discussion, and skill building exercises. Student are required to complete a DISC profile before class.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
March 23–27, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Madison,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
March 23–27, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
March 23–27, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Electrical Metering Lab A
March 23–27, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Metering
Huntsville,
AL
Meter Lab A starts with the basic concepts of electricity. The basic concepts of electricity are essential in understanding our electrical system and how to meter it. The loads we can expect on the systems and what characteristics we can expect those loads to exhibit. Meter lab A is also heavily weighted in meter math and understanding formulas. Math is a perishable skill and meter math is no different. Safety in metering is a focal point of lab A and discussed at length. The equipment used to meter customer loads takes center stage early in the week as we start breaking the group down into smaller teams to collectively work through various metering situations. While investigating metering equipment, we do a deep dive into the equipment that provides the measurements. These include current transformers, potential transformers, and the meters themselves. During these investigations we look at how they work, comparison measuring methods, trouble shooting and common industry mistakes. Test switches are also an item of focus due to their complexity and maintenance /inspection needs. As we tie up the equipment portion of the lab, we start to introduce vector diagram. Vector diagrams as found on test equipment and in meter software can play a pivotal role in diagnosing and catching problems. Meter site inspections and testing procedures are also an important part of the lab. During this portion we introduce a few of the more commonly used meter forms and tie them back to our discussion on vector diagrams. Meter software and test equipment are often valuable tools in diagnosing metering issues in the field. As we close our week together the groups will pull from the skills they have learned to trouble shoot and diagnose various metering issues. TVPPA’s meter lab A is not a sit and listen lab. Various hands-on activities, worksheets, and group activities break up the week’s lecture portions and help to re-enforce the presentation topics.
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Workplace Violence & Active Shooter Preparedness
March 24–25, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Safety
Chattanooga,
TN
TVPPA has partnered with InDev Tactical to deliver a workplace violence and active shooter preparedness program built on the proven ASSIST (Active Shooter & Security Incident Safety Training) framework. This training focuses on the unique issues and environment that utility professionals face. The approach is grounded in the principle that scaring people isn’t training them. The program uses a practical, proven method that avoids graphic content and fear based tactics, relying instead on measured, low stress scenarios that build confidence and real capability. It is a core component of the TVPPA Utility Security Professional Certificate Program, yet it remains a stand alone course that anyone interested in the topic can and should attend. Participants develop the essential skills to recognize early signs of aggression, assess unfolding situations, and respond effectively.
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Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
March 31, 2026 - April 2, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 1
March 31, 2026 - April 2, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Bowling Green,
KY
Phase 1 topics include distribution cover-up, personal protective grounding, regulators, capacitor safety, wood pole inspection, electric fundamentals for lineman, transformers information for lineman, transformer banking with demo models, transformer (paralleling), transformer troubleshooting. The class is an open discussion, and safety is always a part of every conversation.
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Leadership Bridge
March 31, 2026 - April 1, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
This leadership class will focus on the desired results of management and how they relate to various leadership styles and effectiveness. This course will review the four leadership styles dealing with flexibility and to lead more effectively. It relates to the DISC model and how you will begin to focus on self awareness by analyzing behavior and relating it to leadership style. You will also learn how to diagnose the development level and enhance motivation among your subordinates. You will need to take a DISC profile and read the book “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team” before attending this class. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 21 CPE credits in the Communications field of study.In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Intermediate. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
National Labor Relations Board Update
April 1, 2026, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ET
2025 was an unusual year for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The previous four years saw the agency with a Democratic majority and a number of landmark decisions changing the law for employers nationwide. At the beginning of the year, the President terminated one of the NLRB’s Members, triggering a court fight that is still unfolding and leaving the agency unable to issue binding decisions for almost all of 2025. As of January 2026, the NLRB has three members and is able to issue decisions. Join Louis Cannon, Partner at Mitchell, Silberberg Knupp, as he discusses what employers should expect from the Trump NLRB over the next three years. The changes to come will affect both union and nonunion employers.
The presentation will also discuss changes in union organizing that have occurred and what employers can do to protect themselves. The presentation will also focus on best practices for unionized electric cooperatives and municipal utilities and how they can use collective bargaining agreement language to their advantage.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
April 6–10, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
April 6–10, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Greenfield,
IN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
April 6–10, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Princeton,
KY
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
April 6–10, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Kissimmee,
FL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
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Modeling & Analysis of Distribution Systems
April 6–10, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Engineering
Knoxville,
TN
This is the third course in TVPPA`s Professional Distribution Engineer (PDE) program. Combining the topics from the first two courses of the program, basics of distribution circuit analysis methods and the modeling of the various individual components of the distribution system, the class addresses system level studies. The main distribution system analysis problems of power flow and short circuits will be specifically addressed. The theoretical basis for power flow and short circuit calculations will be combined and applied to small problems suitable for hand calculations and numerical solutions of large systems using a popular commercial grade distribution analysis software package. Students must have completed Distribution System Components to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Unit 1 (Instructor Led)
April 6–9, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
Building Bridges: Workplace Insights and Strategies
April 7–8, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chattanooga,
TN
Strengthen your interpersonal effectiveness by exploring the human dynamics that shape today’s workplace. This session introduces the DISC personality framework to help participants better understand communication styles and team interactions. Dive into generational differences and workplace culture to foster collaboration across diverse teams. Learn practical conflict resolution strategies that promote trust, reduce friction, and build stronger professional relationships. Whether you`re supporting leadership or coordinating across departments, this module equips you to be a connector and culture-builder.
Learning Objectives:
DISC
Generational Differences
Workplace Culture
Conflict Resolution
Waste Generation, Management, and Disposal
April 9, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Murfreesboro,
TN
This course provides an overview of the regulatory framework and best practices for managing waste streams generated by electric distribution activities. Participants will learn how to properly classify, label, store, and transport wastes—including hazardous, non-hazardous, universal, and electronic materials—in compliance with the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements. This course also highlights recycling and sustainability initiatives within electric distribution systems. Participants learn proper recycling procedures for metals, wires, wood poles, and equipment, as well as recovery and handling of SF₆ from breakers and switchgear.
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Foreman Academy Track 2
April 13–16, 2026, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Rogersville,
TN
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 2 addresses team building, generations in the workplace, regulatory compliance, the impact of safety on insurance premiums and understanding and conducting performance appraisals. Students must complete an online DISC profile before attending. Instructions to access the profile will be sent two weeks prior to the start of class.
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Fiber Splicing Lab
April 13–17, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Fiber
Hopkinsville,
KY
This lab is designed to teach students to splice. The lab will start with the preparation of fiber cables to prepare it to be spliced and properly placed in closures/terminals. Students will prep cables and splice for majority of this 5-day lab. Students will leave this lab with a skill of preparing a cable and splicing it in multiple settings from mainline to service drops.
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ABC`s of Electrical Systems
April 13, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Customer Service
Hopkinsville,
KY
This course provides a basic survey of electric utility operations, from generation at the
power plant to distribution to the end-use customer. Topics covered include methods of
generation, high voltage transmission, distribution methods, electrical terminology, and
usage measurement through metering and billing. Emphasis is placed on how to improve
business transactions for the customer that you will be handling. This is a basic overview course targeted only for the non-technical employee or board member. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 7 CPE credits in the Communications field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Basic. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Electric Power System Operations
April 13–16, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Distribution
Murfreesboro,
TN
Electric Power System Operations provides an overview of the BES and the components used in generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. The overview includes industry history and an introduction to electric power. It is designed for non-engineer power professionals to understand technical aspects of the electric grid such as:
• Electrical generation and power plants
• Substations and substation equipment
• Transmission and distribution
• System protection
• Personal protection
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Nonverbal Communication
April 14, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Customer Service
Hopkinsville,
KY
You cannot achieve anything of significance without the help of others. Solid communication skills are paramount if you desire to gain buy-in from your colleagues, leadership, friends and family; however, your words are only part of your communication repertoire. Studies show that 55% of communication is nonverbal and two people will signal over 800 nonverbal cues over the course of a thirty-minute conversation. This workshop will teach the participants the principles and applications of body language and techniques that can be used immediately to enhance communication and influence. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
Purchasing & Materials Management Conference
April 15–17, 2026, All Day
Huntsville,
AL
The Utility Purchasing & Materials Management Conference is TVPPA’s annual gathering for electric utility professionals who keep the supply chain moving. From procurement and inventory to warehousing and materials distribution, this event brings together the people who ensure electric systems across the Tennessee Valley — and beyond — have what they need, when they need it.
If you're involved in any part of utility supply chain management, this conference is designed for you. Come connect with peers, explore practical solutions, and stay ahead of industry changes.
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Communicating Effectively with Utility Customers
April 15–16, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Customer Service
Hopkinsville,
KY
This course uses group activities to help you learn and grow as a communicator in various situations. The emphasis is placed on creating and recognizing the time to create a memorable experience for the customers. This course is designed to be available for all levels of utility employees. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 14 CPE credits in the Communications field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Intermediate. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Selling Utility Services
April 17, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Customer Service
Hopkinsville,
KY
Today, utility customers are looking for more than kWs and meter readings from their utility. In our increasingly complex world, local utilities must support complicated customer relationships and offer specialized products or services to meet specific needs. Knowing how to add value to a customer`s life is a hallmark of great customer service. This class will focus on understanding how we price our primary product, working with customers, and adding value. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 7 CPE credits in the Marketing field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Basic. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop
April 20–25, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This 6 day class is an intense workshop designed to help potential Lineman Apprentice experience the everyday demands they will be expected to handle on the job. You will have the opportunity to learn various aspects of line work, with an emphasis in climbing. Individual sessions focus on the hazards of electricity, grounding, rigging, hand lines, aluminum and copper ties. You will be placed on call at night to become adapt to working at all hours of the day. You will have the chance to test your knowledge through homework and test. At the end of the week your manager will be given a written assessment of potential to perform work under stress and your capacity to learn and follow instructions. This class is a great tool for managers to use to determine the potential apprentice’s skills and abilities. They will be asked to complete an apprentice packet before coming to class that includes student information.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
April 20–24, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Chattanooga,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
April 20–23, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
April 20–24, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Daphne,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Unit 2 (Instructor Led)
April 20–23, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
April 27, 2026 - May 1, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
April 27, 2026 - May 1, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Lineworker
Daphne,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
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Foreman Academy Track 1
April 27–30, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
This four day-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each Track completed and an overall completion certificate if all three Tracks are completed (and the online class Work Zone Traffic Control). Track 1 addresses attitude and responsibility, OSHA standards, labor law and the organizational impact of processing paperwork.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 5
April 28–30, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This is the final class in the overall completion of the Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training. This 3 day class discusses pad mounted transformers and switching cabinets, and “live front” and “dead front” for future operations on units. Switching units will also be covered in this section in order to ensure continuity in service that is received when converting. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 4 to enroll. Upon completion of an entire program an Overall Completion certificate will given to you for your hard work.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
May 4–8, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
May 4–8, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Fiber Fundamental Climbing Lab
May 4–8, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fiber
Jackson,
TN
The Fiber Fundamental Climbing Lab is designed to teach you the essentials of climbing as a Fiber Technician. In this five-day lab, you will experience hands-on training by practicing knot tying and climbing a 40-foot pole. You will also gain knowledge in safety, care of climbing tools, hazard recognition and pole top rescue. You will have the opportunity to network with your peers.
PPE and tool inspections are required daily. All climbing tasks and exercises are demonstrated by the instructor. Fall protection equipment is required when climbing. Climbing will be done on a 40-foot pole, but participants can climb a 90-foot pole if requested by sponsor company.
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Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
May 5–7, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Kissimmee,
FL
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Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
May 5–7, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Greenfield,
IN
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 1
May 5–7, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
Phase 1 topics include distribution cover-up, personal protective grounding, regulators, capacitor safety, wood pole inspection, electric fundamentals for lineman, transformers information for lineman, transformer banking with demo models, transformer (paralleling), transformer troubleshooting. The class is an open discussion, and safety is always a part of every conversation.
business
ABC`s of Electrical Systems
May 5, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Customer Service
New Market,
TN
This course provides a basic survey of electric utility operations, from generation at the
power plant to distribution to the end-use customer. Topics covered include methods of
generation, high voltage transmission, distribution methods, electrical terminology, and
usage measurement through metering and billing. Emphasis is placed on how to improve
business transactions for the customer that you will be handling. This is a basic overview course targeted only for the non-technical employee or board member. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 7 CPE credits in the Communications field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Basic. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
May 11–15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Chattanooga,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
May 11–15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
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Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
May 12–14, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
May 12–15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
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Buddy-To-Boss
May 12, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Nashville,
TN
Emphasizes the skills needed for the supervisor when taking over a established team or department. Included in the one day program is information on the following: Increase credibility as leaders, create an environment where people/ideas thrive, motivate employees, create a powerful environment of trust, enforce rules fairly for everyone, leading by example, master the challenges placed by the employees/friends you lead.
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Business & Strategic Issues
May 12–13, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
This two-day course is intended to provide participants with a general manager’s perspective and understanding of the business issues associated with running a electric distribution utility. The course will provide a background on our industry, the fundamentals of rate making and a basis for developing a managerial accounting system. Students will come away with an understanding of how to determine the financial health of the utility, and they will learn concepts that will allow them to better interface with governing bodies, employees, and the community on the financial issues and standing of the utility. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 14 CPE credits in the Finance field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Intermediate. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Interpersonal Supervisory Skills I
May 13–14, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Nashville,
TN
This course is the third of five core curriculum classes needed in order to receive a CPSv certification. This 2 day course includes three modules: Getting Employee Commitment provides training on how to establish specific and measurable objectives which will gain employee acceptance; Giving Orders & Instructions shows trainees, step-by-step, how to issue orders and instructions effectively; and Delegating Effectively explores the when, whom and what of delegating and how to use delegation as a motivational tool. Students are required to have completed Communicating Effectively with Utility Customers and Fundamental Supervisory Skills to enroll.
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act
May 14, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Murfreesboro,
TN
This course provides an overview of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and its relevance to electric utility operations. Participants will learn about Sections 302–312, which govern facility emergency planning, coordination with Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs), and community hazard communication. This course provides comprehensive guidance on stormwater permitting and management requirements for electric distribution construction activities under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) program and applicable state aquatic resource regulations. Participants will learn how to identify when permits are required, implement effective erosion and sediment control best management practices, and maintain compliance documentation such as Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and inspection records. This course focuses on managing construction spoils — soil, rock, and debris — generated during electric distribution and substation work. Topics include classification, reuse, and disposal practices to ensure environmental compliance.
Annual Conference
May 18–20, 2026, All Day
Louisville,
KY
The TVPPA Annual Conference is the Tennessee Valley’s premier gathering of public power leaders, bringing together general managers, utility executives, policymakers, and industry partners from across the region—and across the country. Held each spring, this high-impact event offers a dynamic mix of expert speakers, timely panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to address the most pressing issues facing public power today.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
May 18–22, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Columbus,
MS
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
May 18–22, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Unit 3 (Instructor Led)
May 18–22, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Lineworker
Daphne,
AL
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Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
May 19–21, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Princeton,
KY
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Line Design and Staking Level 2
May 19–21, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Line Design and Staking
Chattanooga,
TN
In Level 2 of the Power Line Design and Staking series, students build
on the foundation created in the prerequisite course, Level 1. This class places emphasis on horizontal and vertical clearances, joint use remedy and make ready, as well as mechanical loading calculations. After completion of Level 2, participants will be able to complete the layout and design of most overhead projects, understand and utilize NESC and sag chart criteria, evaluate and design make ready/remedy for joint use facilities, calculate the mechanical loading effects of line design, and understand conductor blowout and design for/around grain bins. Course manual provided. Final exam. Certificate of successful completion.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 1
May 19–21, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
Phase 1 topics include distribution cover-up, personal protective grounding, regulators, capacitor safety, wood pole inspection, electric fundamentals for lineman, transformers information for lineman, transformer banking with demo models, transformer (paralleling), transformer troubleshooting. The class is an open discussion, and safety is always a part of every conversation.
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Foreman Academy Track 1
May 26–28, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Brownsville,
TN
This four day-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each Track completed and an overall completion certificate if all three Tracks are completed (and the online class Work Zone Traffic Control). Track 1 addresses attitude and responsibility, OSHA standards, labor law and the organizational impact of processing paperwork.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 2
May 27–29, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Bowling Green,
KY
This 3 day class will teach simplifying substations and switchyards. As well as the needed functions and safety requirements for working with all types of substation operating equipment. Schematic and One-Line Diagrams are discussed to enable you to identify problems that could occur within a substation in a real life situation. This session also reviews transformers and circuit breaker drawings. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 1 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
June 1–5, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
June 1–5, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Kissimmee,
FL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
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Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
June 2–4, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
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Quantities, Quality, Pricing & Supplier Selection
June 2–3, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Purchasing & Materials Management
Chattanooga,
TN
This class will examine the important aspects of the purchasing world and how it relates to local power companies here in the valley. Topics discussed will include, EOQ, OPM, the 5 Ws, MRO, centralization and decentralization, policies and procedures, ROP, SOE, contracts, negotiation, quality metrics, supplier selection, and SPC.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
June 8–12, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Princeton,
KY
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
June 8–12, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Greenfield,
IN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
June 8–12, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Chattanooga,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Distribution Systems
June 8–11, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Distribution
Murfreesboro,
TN
Distribution Systems gives students working knowledge of technical and engineering concepts in modern distribution facilities equipment, construction practices, and design applications. It starts with an overview of the electric power system as it applies to distribution, customer services, and consumption, then discusses overhead and underground equipment applications and configurations, service reliability and power quality. It provides an in-depth examination of electrical safety, including arc flash, in high voltage environments.
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Power System Theory
June 8–12, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Engineering
Chattanooga,
TN
This workshop provides participants with the theory of generating an alternating current and the application and effects of resistors, inductors, and capacitors. Also included are the theory, construction, and use of vector diagrams; series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits; power factor calculation and correction; three-phase system theory and application; and the theory and use of transformers in single phase and three-phase systems. Attendees are assigned practical problems to solve during class, with a group discussion of solutions. Following a review of the basic formulae and equations of power electrical engineering, group activities and problem-solving sessions provide overviews for per unit system representation, symmetrical component and fault current calculations, equipment interruption theory and calculations, and transformer capacity calculations.
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Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
June 9–11, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
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National Electrical Safety Code Review
June 9–10, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Safety
Cleveland,
TN
The NESC is an important compliance document for the electric utility. It frames the safety boundaries for maintenance, construction and design. It also provides a rich source of years of evolving knowledge that represents a practical set of rules that are now updated every five years. These rules and tables have been developed for the safety of the public, utility employees, and the safe operation of the equipment itself. This course will provide a review of the entire document and give insights that will help a person better understand it, provide a comfort level that will reduce the intimidation level, and encourage its common use after the seminar. *Participants in this program will need the latest edition of the NESC.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 1
June 9–11, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
Phase 1 topics include distribution cover-up, personal protective grounding, regulators, capacitor safety, wood pole inspection, electric fundamentals for lineman, transformers information for lineman, transformer banking with demo models, transformer (paralleling), transformer troubleshooting. The class is an open discussion, and safety is always a part of every conversation.
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Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
June 15–17, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
June 15–19, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Lineworker
Daphne,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Building & Maintaining a High Performance Workforce
June 16–17, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Human Resources
Chattanooga,
TN
This 2 day workshop will help build your skills in the areas of employee recruitment, hiring, staffing and retention, including entrance and exit interview techniques. Strategies for developing job descriptions and analyzing candidate skills against job requirements will be reviewed for all major job categories. Strategies on developing a work environment conducive to retaining top performers will be discussed.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
June 22–26, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
June 22–26, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
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Foreman Academy Track 1
June 23–26, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Johnson City,
TN
This four day-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each Track completed and an overall completion certificate if all three Tracks are completed (and the online class Work Zone Traffic Control). Track 1 addresses attitude and responsibility, OSHA standards, labor law and the organizational impact of processing paperwork.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 3
June 23–25, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
This 3 day class teaches three-phase connections and troubleshooting during emergencies. Phasers are the key to transformer bank construction, troubleshooting and emergency transformer bank problem-solving. Provides needed hands-on problem solving training through the study and analysis of miniature transformers. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 2 to enroll.
Joint Attachment Management
June 23–25, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chattanooga,
TN
Students in this class will learn the governing principles, standards and best practices needed for managing joint attachments on electric utility structures for overhead lines. With the overall goals of ensuring safety and reliability and protecting utility interests, the course covers engineering and design topics relevant to make ready, permitting and inspections. Calculations for mechanical loading and clearances are presented in a format that challenges students to arrive at real-world solutions to common issues. The National Electric Safety Code, DOT requirements and utility standards all serve as a central theme to the course. The certification test for this course will be given online the week following in-class instruction.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
July 6–10, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Kissimmee,
FL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
July 6–10, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
July 6–10, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 5
July 7–9, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
This is the final class in the overall completion of the Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training. This 3 day class discusses pad mounted transformers and switching cabinets, and “live front” and “dead front” for future operations on units. Switching units will also be covered in this section in order to ensure continuity in service that is received when converting. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 4 to enroll. Upon completion of an entire program an Overall Completion certificate will given to you for your hard work.
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Critical Decision Making
July 7–8, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Safety
Chattanooga,
TN
Every day, you are called upon to make important decisions. Poor choices can lead to death or serious bodily harm. Bad decisions can have major service impacts, interfere with your effectiveness and influence customer support for your business. These decisions are frequently made under conditions of stress, hazard or fatigue. Many times, these
decisions must be made in uncertain, fast moving or ill-defined circumstances. We call a decision that potentially affects our well-being or that of others and made under intense pressure a critical decision. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that 44 linemen died in work- related incidents in 2013. Compare this with the FBI’s report that 49 police officers died due to noncriminal causes in the same period. The similarities are interesting. The NSC reports that many incidents occur during routine tasks because workers become too comfortable and complacent. Recognizing the importance of proper mindset, more utility companies are interviewing candidates based on attitude and mental aptitude, not necessarily on specified skill sets that can be developed later through training. This bears a striking similarity to recent trends in law enforcement hiring practices. Understanding the above, we must ask ourselves: is there a way to improve our ability to make critical decisions? In this program, you will be provided with some useful tools to improve your ability to make the sort of critical decisions you`re faced with every day of your career working in the public utility industry.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 2
July 8–10, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This 3 day class will teach simplifying substations and switchyards. As well as the needed functions and safety requirements for working with all types of substation operating equipment. Schematic and One-Line Diagrams are discussed to enable you to identify problems that could occur within a substation in a real life situation. This session also reviews transformers and circuit breaker drawings. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 1 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop
July 13–18, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
This 6 day class is an intense workshop designed to help potential Lineman Apprentice experience the everyday demands they will be expected to handle on the job. You will have the opportunity to learn various aspects of line work, with an emphasis in climbing. Individual sessions focus on the hazards of electricity, grounding, rigging, hand lines, aluminum and copper ties. You will be placed on call at night to become adapt to working at all hours of the day. You will have the chance to test your knowledge through homework and test. At the end of the week your manager will be given a written assessment of potential to perform work under stress and your capacity to learn and follow instructions. This class is a great tool for managers to use to determine the potential apprentice’s skills and abilities. They will be asked to complete an apprentice packet before coming to class that includes student information.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
July 13–17, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Employee Relations & Communication
July 14, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Human Resources
Chattanooga,
TN
This 1 day workshop will involve the strategies for managing diversity as well as techniques for building high performance teams. Best practices for involving employees in the decisions that affect their jobs will be discussed and applied in project management assignments. In addition, successful communication with union representatives and their members will be reviewed through a series of real life case studies
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Dynamics of Change
July 15–16, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
The environment of the utility industry is one of constant change further challenged by significant pending regulatory change. Utility managers are challenged by responding to those changes and implementing strategies for the future. This highly interactive workshop describes the various types of change, roles in the change process, and methods for planning/implementing strategic changes. Participants will create an on-the-job change strategy application. If participants have not already taken the DISC profile, you will need to do so. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 14 CPE credits in the Business Management and Organization field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Intermediate. You must complete the course “Leadership Bridge” before enrolling in this course.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
July 20–24, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Chattanooga,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
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Foreman Academy Track 2
July 20–23, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 2 addresses team building, generations in the workplace, regulatory compliance, the impact of safety on insurance premiums and understanding and conducting performance appraisals. Students must complete an online DISC profile before attending. Instructions to access the profile will be sent two weeks prior to the start of class.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Unit 2 (Instructor Led)
July 20–24, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Daphne,
AL
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Foreman Academy Track 1
July 21–23, 2026, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Rogersville,
TN
This four day-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each Track completed and an overall completion certificate if all three Tracks are completed (and the online class Work Zone Traffic Control). Track 1 addresses attitude and responsibility, OSHA standards, labor law and the organizational impact of processing paperwork.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 4
July 21–23, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
This 3 day class looks at the operations of protective devices and how they would function in an emergency situation. You will also learn how to isolate faulted segments of line so that power is restored to customers quickly and safely. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 3 to enroll.
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Communicating Effectively with Utility Customers
July 21–22, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Customer Service
New Market,
TN
This course uses group activities to help you learn and grow as a communicator in various situations. The emphasis is placed on creating and recognizing the time to create a memorable experience for the customers. This course is designed to be available for all levels of utility employees. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 14 CPE credits in the Communications field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Intermediate. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Introduction to Pricing and Rate Design
July 22–23, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Huntsville,
AL
We are facing a changing marketing place of exploding technology in metering, demand and energy control, efficiency, smart homes, smart appliances, distributed energy resource (DERs), and customers looking for greater control and more effective customer interfaces through apps, social media, and other innovations. Understanding pricing of electricity and how it fits into this new world, the basis for existing pricing, and how it needs to change to meet the new realities of a competitive environment at the distribution level is more critical than ever.
This 2-day course lays the foundation for understanding the fundamental principles of rate design and pricing, now and going forward. We start by examining fundamentals of the generation system and how it works, types of generation and costs, and how units are dispatched. We then look at how these costs are categorized and assigned to demand, energy, and other costs for pricing purposes.
Next we look into how rates are designed to recover these costs while meeting a number of pricing goals and objectives. This includes an examination of goals and objectives, determining costs and revenue requirements, costing by season and time-of-use, coming up with billing determinants, and designing rates by revising existing rates and creating new rates. We also look at pricing challenges created by DER (such as solar) and other alternatives to the traditional grid and how we are responding.
We then examine and discuss actual wholesale and retail rates, and how these were designed in light of the goals and objectives to be met, and where we go from here.
The course also includes an Appendix with terminology and acronyms that we use in the industry, as well as other pertinent information for reference.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
July 27–31, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
July 28–31, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Columbus,
MS
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Rigging, Hoisting, Hand and Power Tool Safety
July 29, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Safety
Chattanooga,
TN
During this 1 day course participants gain an overview of rigging equipment and practices; inspections and records on chokers and slings; lifting equipment inspections and regulations; maintenance and inspection of hand and power tools; safe work practices; machine guarding requirements; employee training and records; and personal protective equipment.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
August 3–7, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Kissimmee,
FL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
August 3–7, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Greenfield,
IN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
August 3–6, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Lineworker
Lenoir City,
TN
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Foreman Academy Track 3
August 3–6, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Defuniak Springs,
FL
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 3 addresses interpersonal and communication skills, line staking and accident investigation and emergency communication. The online DISC profile completed for Track II will be used during this class.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 3
August 4–6, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This 3 day class teaches three-phase connections and troubleshooting during emergencies. Phasers are the key to transformer bank construction, troubleshooting and emergency transformer bank problem-solving. Provides needed hands-on problem solving training through the study and analysis of miniature transformers. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 2 to enroll.
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Line Design and Staking Level 3
August 4–6, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Line Design and Staking
Chattanooga,
TN
In Level 3, attention is given to underground line design basics, understanding how to apply the theories of line design to solve special problems and situations. After completion of this course, participants will understand the effects of physical loads on the distribution system and associated hardware, read DOT projects, class poles, design for special guying situations, calculate sag and create a stringing chart, estimate sag on uneven terrain, and be able to complete the layout and design of most underground projects. Course manual provided. Final exam. Certificate of successful completion.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 2
August 5–7, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
This 3 day class will teach simplifying substations and switchyards. As well as the needed functions and safety requirements for working with all types of substation operating equipment. Schematic and One-Line Diagrams are discussed to enable you to identify problems that could occur within a substation in a real life situation. This session also reviews transformers and circuit breaker drawings. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 1 to enroll.
business
Foreman Academy Track 2
August 10–13, 2026, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Rogersville,
TN
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 2 addresses team building, generations in the workplace, regulatory compliance, the impact of safety on insurance premiums and understanding and conducting performance appraisals. Students must complete an online DISC profile before attending. Instructions to access the profile will be sent two weeks prior to the start of class.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
August 10–14, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
August 10–14, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
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Electrical Metering Lab B
August 10–14, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Metering
Huntsville,
AL
TVPPA`s Meter Lab B Starts with a short review of the basic concepts of electricity. Those concepts play an essential role in understanding our electrical system and how to meter it. We also do a quick refresher of common math used in metering. In the Meter Lab B, some of the math focuses on CT sizing and an introduction to vector addition. All of the math is covered with handouts and worksheets to aid in understanding and retention. High bill investigations and techniques are cover as needed depending on the participants. Other items covered in B lab include load estimation, common electrical equipment, usage costs, etc. Meter lab B is designed to quickly cover many of the concepts introduced in Lab A and transition into more complex metering situations. Ample time will be spent exploring meter forms and uses. During this portion of the Lab, we will also discuss common mistakes of metering and demonstrate some of them during one of several hands-on activities. We will demonstrate and discuss meter installation safety and voltage checks to promote safe work practices in metering. Advanced meter testing and troubleshooting is a large part of Meter Lab B. During the testing and trouble-shooting portion of this lab we will look at some of the more confusing vector diagrams. Meter site inspections and procedures are also an important part of the lab as they go hand in hand with testing and safety. TVPPA’s meter lab B is not a sit and listen lab. Various hands-on activities, worksheets, and group activities break up the week`s lecture portions and help to re-enforce the presentation topics. We recommend attendance of Meter Lab A prior to attending this Lab to maximize the learning potential of the program. The topics covered in depth in Lab A are the building block Lab B stands on.
Utilities Demystified: Essential Knowledge for Key Account Success
August 10, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chattanooga,
TN
To serve commercial and industrial customers effectively, utility account executives must first have
a solid grasp of how the utility industry works. Without this foundation, it’s difficult to build trust,
anticipate customer needs, or provide meaningful solutions. This workshop equips account
executives with the baseline knowledge of the utility industry they need to succeed. Participants
will explore the three core pillars that drive utility operations, gaining practical insights they can
immediately apply to strengthen relationships and deliver greater value to their largest accounts
Learning Objectives
1. Gain an appreciation of basic electrical theory and how electricity flows and provides
power to customers.
2. Understand how the utility infrastructure is deployed to move electricity to customers.
3. Learn the basics of a utility bill and gain an understanding on how to read and interpret a
utility bill.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
August 11–14, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
Your 90-Day Blueprint: Designing a Winning Key Accounts Program
August 11, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chattanooga,
TN
A successful key accounts program begins with a strong foundation—and the first 90 days are
critical. This course provides a three-step blueprint to help account executives design a customer focused
program that meets the needs of commercial and industrial customers while
strengthening the utility’s reputation and value. Participants will learn how to establish the essential
building blocks that position their program for long-term success and measurable impact.
Learning Objectives
1. Learn the three key questions that must be answered clearly to build a strong foundation.
2. Discover the three keys to help craft the list of key accounts.
3. Understand the four levels of key account support and how to choose the best option for a
utility.
From Plan to Action: Launching (or Re-Launching) in 90 Days
August 12, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chattanooga,
TN
The first 90 days are pivotal when launching—or relaunching—a key accounts program. This
course provides a clear roadmap for moving from planning to execution, ensuring the program
starts strong and gains early momentum. Participants will learn how to effectively prepare
customers for the launch, engage them with confidence during rollout, and implement the critical
follow-up process that sets the tone for long-term success.
Learning Objectives
1. Understand the two primary elements necessary to prep for an effective launch.
2. Understand the five elements needed during the launch.
3. Learn the three keys to proper follow-up plan after the launch.
The Key90 Advantage: Operating System for Program Mastery
August 13, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chattanooga,
TN
Sustaining a high-performing key accounts program can be difficult for utility professionals who
juggle competing responsibilities. This course introduces the Key90 Operating System, a simple yet
powerful framework that enables account executives to manage their programs in focused 90-
day cycles. Designed for even the busiest professionals, the system provides a clean, repeatable
process that ensures consistent program mastery, elevated customer service, and balance across
all duties.
Learning Objectives
1. Learn the four principles to maintain a strong program.
2. Discover the four ways to enhance a program so that it remains strong and relevant.
3. Learn the primary way to stay connected with key accounts.
4. Discover a tool to properly leverage the Key90 Method.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
August 17–21, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Princeton,
KY
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop
August 17–22, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This 6 day class is an intense workshop designed to help potential Lineman Apprentice experience the everyday demands they will be expected to handle on the job. You will have the opportunity to learn various aspects of line work, with an emphasis in climbing. Individual sessions focus on the hazards of electricity, grounding, rigging, hand lines, aluminum and copper ties. You will be placed on call at night to become adapt to working at all hours of the day. You will have the chance to test your knowledge through homework and test. At the end of the week your manager will be given a written assessment of potential to perform work under stress and your capacity to learn and follow instructions. This class is a great tool for managers to use to determine the potential apprentice’s skills and abilities. They will be asked to complete an apprentice packet before coming to class that includes student information.
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Advanced Distribution Concepts
August 17–20, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Distribution
Murfreesboro,
TN
Advanced Distributions gives students an in-depth look into the relevant ancillary aspects of distribution planning, design, and operations. Students discuss methods to improve circuit reliability performance, techniques to manage voltage flicker/transients, and techniques to troubleshoot stray voltages and currents. Additionally, this class covers modern digital electronic devices and other smart means to improve distribution automation.
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Substation Maintenance Lab B Advanced
August 17–21, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Substation Maintenance
Madison,
TN
This five day lab gives you the opportunity to become exposed to insulation resistance tests, power factor tests, dielectric strength tests, transformers and transformer testing, circuit breakers and test. Additional topics of discussion include batteries, lightening arrestors, substation maintenance safety, substation drawings and other exercises.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Unit 4 (Instructor Led)
August 17–21, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Lineworker
Daphne,
AL
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Utility Law
August 18–19, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
This course reviews the legal problems that can occur in electric utility system management. Participants study issues related to the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act (PURPA), TVA and government regulations, system design, contract use and negotiation, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and employee benefits. As well as billing, collections and energy diversion, purchasing practices and procedures, vehicle operation, easement and property acquisitions, and the operations and liabilities of a utility’s governing board. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 14 CPE credits in the Business Law field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Advanced. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
Engineering, Operations & Technology Conference
August 19–21, 2026, All Day
Chattanooga,
TN
TVPPA’s Engineering, Operations & Technology Conference brings together utility engineers, operations professionals, and technical leaders for three days of high-impact learning and connection. Designed to support those who keep our communities powered, this dynamic event features a full schedule of general sessions, breakout discussions, preconference tours, hands-on workshops, and lightning-round conversations — all tailored to the evolving needs of public power professionals.
Our expansive trade show, showcasing solutions and innovations from more than 100 industry vendors, is a highlight of this conference. Attendees can also explore vendor-led solution centers for in-depth, real-world applications and insights.
Our EOT conference gives licensed engineers the opportunity to earn Professional Development Hours (PDHs) . Participants who have recently completed TVPPA’s Certified Power Technology, Power Distribution Engineer, or Distribution System Operator certificate programs will be recognized during the event.
Whether you're advancing your skills, exploring new technologies, or strengthening your network, this conference offers the tools and connections you need to lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving utility landscape. Registration opens in May 2026.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
August 24–28, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Greenfield,
IN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
August 24–28, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
August 24–28, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
August 25–28, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Chattanooga,
TN
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Work Order, Inventory & Plant
August 25, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Accounting
Brentwood,
TN
This class has been updated in 2024 and will introduce you to the work order system and how it operates in a utility. Special emphasis in explaining how to account for Meters & Transformers is a big part of this class. This course is encouraged for all utility employees in order for them to gain a better understanding of co-worker`s responsibilities and a work overview of the entire process. This class will take you through a manual work order closing step by step. It would be preferable but not required to have completed the Utility Accounts Classification & Principles class to enroll. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 7 CPE credits in the accounting field of study. The program level is advanced.
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Bridging the Generation Gap
August 25, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Nashville,
TN
With multiple generations of employees come multiple sets of attitudes and expectations.
Bridging the Generation Gap will explore:Values and characteristics of Traditionals, Baby Boomers, Generation X and Millennials (plus a preview of Generation Z), How to meet employee expectations – in recruiting and retention, How to manage the generations effectively, Tips for fostering a workplace culture where all generations can contribute to their full potential by building on shared values and capitalizing on generational strengths
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 1
August 25–27, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
Phase 1 topics include distribution cover-up, personal protective grounding, regulators, capacitor safety, wood pole inspection, electric fundamentals for lineman, transformers information for lineman, transformer banking with demo models, transformer (paralleling), transformer troubleshooting. The class is an open discussion, and safety is always a part of every conversation.
Advanced Underground Design
August 25–27, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chattanooga,
TN
This advanced course on Underground Distribution Design covers topics of engineering and design that are beyond the scope of the PLDS core series yet necessary for proper design, planning and management of larger URD projects. Students will learn, not only the ``how`` of looped and radial underground layout but, also, the ``why`` for both 200 amp and 600 amp circuits. Building on concepts learned in the core series, this course will illustrate how to determine maximum cable run length, pulling tension, jam ratios, conductor capacity, proper pad placement and thermal limitations for conduits and risers. Students who complete the course will have a firm grasp on the big picture of how URD systems are constructed, maintained and operated to ensure safe and reliable service for the effective life of the components. The certification test for this course will be given online the week following in-class instruction.
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Legal Review for the Accounting Professional
August 26, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Accounting
Brentwood,
TN
Legal Review for the Accounting Professional provides a more detailed look at legal issues that accounting professionals face at electric utilities. The class will focus on the latest changes in the law including updates on wage and hour litigation, the preservation of documents and other evidence in liability lawsuits, and employment law. The class will also focus on the essentials elements contained in good contracts, how to read a contract and to review other aspects of business management that impact LPCs every day.
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Interpersonal Supervisory Skills II
August 26–27, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Nashville,
TN
This 2 day course includes three modules: Positive Reinforcement for Improved Performance illustrates how to make employees more productive through positive supervision; Assessing Employee Performance demonstrates the most effective techniques for measuring results against actual performance; and Using Positive Discipline gives specific guidelines and standards for changing unacceptable behavior without adverse consequences.
Asbestos Management, Manifesting, and Shipping
August 27, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Huntsville,
AL
This course provides guidance on managing asbestos-containing materials (ACM) in electric utility facilities and field environments. It covers identifying ACM in vaults, conduits, and older structures, performing small-scale abatement projects safely, and complying with EPA NESHAP, OSHA, and DOT regulations for packaging, manifesting, shipping, and contractor oversight under Asbestos Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Class III requirements. This course also equips participants with tools and techniques to prepare for environmental regulatory inspections by state and federal agencies. It emphasizes the use of compliance calendars, training matrices, and legal registers to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
business
Meeting Management
August 31, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
Not all meetings are the same. Just as they have different purposes, they need different facilitation styles. This 1 day workshop helps participants to analyze meeting types, determine appropriate meeting design and apply targeted facilitation skills to improve meeting efficiency (time) and effectiveness(outcomes).
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Conflict Mediation
September 1, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
According to the American Management Association (AMA), supervisors/managers spend about 24% of their time addressing conflict issues in the workplace. Conflict can be both positive and negative; unaddressed conflict frequently escalates, resulting in additional loss of productivity. Proper diagnosis and evaluation of conflict can result in a 25% reduction in time required to reach resolution. This 1 day course teaches participants the skills to proactively address conflict and use the appropriate mediation style to achieve resolution. Students must have completed Dynamics of Change course to enroll.
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Human Resource Development
September 2–3, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Human Resources
Chattanooga,
TN
During this 2 day class you will receive the opportunity to complete a training calendar for one year while learning to identify training needs through the assessment of current employee skills against those skills needed now and in the future, including strategic succession planning. Techniques for measuring the results of workforce training will be demonstrated. In addition, strategies for using performance evaluations to develop workforce skills and drive training will be reviewed.
Utility Human Resource Management Conference
September 9–11, 2026, All Day
Pigeon Forge,
TN
TVPPA’s Human Resource Management Conference is the annual destination for electric utility professionals responsible for HR functions and workforce strategy. Whether you're an HR veteran or wear multiple hats at your utility, this event offers valuable insight into the most pressing and practical aspects of human resource management.
With a focus on timely, real-world topics, the conference features seasoned presenters with deep experience in human resources, compliance, and employment law. Attendees will gain actionable tools and up-to-date guidance on enhancing workforce development, navigating evolving employment challenges, and protecting their organizations from risk.
Beyond the sessions, participants enjoy a welcoming, collaborative environment, rich with opportunities to share resources, ask tough questions, and build meaningful peer connections. If you're looking for trusted knowledge and a strong HR support network, this is the place to be.
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Executive Leadership
September 9–10, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
The course will be based off of the principles as put forward in the books by John Maxwell (The Five Levels of Leadership) and Patrick Lencioni (The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Four Obsessions of an Extraordinary Executive). This class will also delve into the DISC profiles of leaders, Effective Communication and Leading Change.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop
September 13–18, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This 6 day class is an intense workshop designed to help potential Lineman Apprentice experience the everyday demands they will be expected to handle on the job. You will have the opportunity to learn various aspects of line work, with an emphasis in climbing. Individual sessions focus on the hazards of electricity, grounding, rigging, hand lines, aluminum and copper ties. You will be placed on call at night to become adapt to working at all hours of the day. You will have the chance to test your knowledge through homework and test. At the end of the week your manager will be given a written assessment of potential to perform work under stress and your capacity to learn and follow instructions. This class is a great tool for managers to use to determine the potential apprentice’s skills and abilities. They will be asked to complete an apprentice packet before coming to class that includes student information.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
September 14–18, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Princeton,
KY
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
September 14–18, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Greenfield,
IN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
September 14–18, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Kissimmee,
FL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
September 14–18, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Daphne,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
Fiber Troubleshooting Lab
September 15–17, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Hopkinsville,
KY
This 3-day lab is designed to ready students for troubleshooting fiber after splicing is completed. Students will learn to use an OTDR to test and troubleshoot fiber when issues arise. This lab will teach students how to read an OTDR to find faults along the fiber path and determine the distance of an issue when a cut occurs. Students will also learn about the Outside Plant Installation process as well.
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Budgeting, Finance and Accounting
September 15, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Accounting
Brentwood,
TN
This course has been updated in 2023 and covers the accounting and financial functions of a utility system. Participants study basic accounting practices and procedures; including balance sheets, income and operating statements, plant accounting, and performance ratios. It would be preferable but not required to have completed the Utility Accounts Classification & Principles class to enroll. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 7 CPE credits in the Finance field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Advanced. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 3
September 15–17, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Bowling Green,
KY
This 3 day class teaches three-phase connections and troubleshooting during emergencies. Phasers are the key to transformer bank construction, troubleshooting and emergency transformer bank problem-solving. Provides needed hands-on problem solving training through the study and analysis of miniature transformers. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 2 to enroll.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 4
September 15–17, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This 3 day class looks at the operations of protective devices and how they would function in an emergency situation. You will also learn how to isolate faulted segments of line so that power is restored to customers quickly and safely. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 3 to enroll.
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Transportation Safety
September 15, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Safety
Chattanooga,
TN
This 1 day course covers transportation maintenance and mechanical inspection programs; Commercial Drivers License requirements and applicability; substance abuse screening; motor carrier regulations; safety measures to reduce the occurrence of accidents; accident investigations; and resources available to assist safety coordinators in their transportation safety efforts.
business
Nonverbal Communication
September 15, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Customer Service
New Market,
TN
You cannot achieve anything of significance without the help of others. Solid communication skills are paramount if you desire to gain buy-in from your colleagues, leadership, friends and family; however, your words are only part of your communication repertoire. Studies show that 55% of communication is nonverbal and two people will signal over 800 nonverbal cues over the course of a thirty-minute conversation. This workshop will teach the participants the principles and applications of body language and techniques that can be used immediately to enhance communication and influence. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Accident Investigation
September 16, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Safety
Chattanooga,
TN
Participants in this course will be using the class information to practice accident investigation (Hands-on). They will also review electric utility fatality cases and conduct fact finding based on the information provided. Supervisor responsibilities and liabilities will be reviewed, as they relate to employees, contract employees and public injuries. The information provided should prepare the participants to form an accident investigation committee, conduct investigations, determine the facts and recommend corrective actions to prevent a reoccurrence.
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Time Management
September 16, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Accounting
Brentwood,
TN
Master time and you master the bottom line – whether that bottom line is financial margin or accomplishments not measured by money saved but time well spent. Everyone’s relationship with time is different. Therefore, strategies vary from person to person. In this class, you will assess your own challenges and discover multiple methods for conquering time issues and choose the right ones for you. Methods include the use of technology to get organized and cut out unnecessary steps, effective techniques for handling interruptions, habits of successful time managers, and more. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Advanced. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 2
September 16–18, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This 3 day class will teach simplifying substations and switchyards. As well as the needed functions and safety requirements for working with all types of substation operating equipment. Schematic and One-Line Diagrams are discussed to enable you to identify problems that could occur within a substation in a real life situation. This session also reviews transformers and circuit breaker drawings. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 1 to enroll.
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Foreman Academy Track 3
September 21–24, 2026, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Rogersville,
TN
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 3 addresses interpersonal and communication skills, line staking and accident investigation and emergency communication. The online DISC profile completed for Track II will be used during this class.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
September 21–25, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
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ABC`s of Electrical Systems
September 21, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Customer Service
Chattanooga,
TN
This course provides a basic survey of electric utility operations, from generation at the
power plant to distribution to the end-use customer. Topics covered include methods of
generation, high voltage transmission, distribution methods, electrical terminology, and
usage measurement through metering and billing. Emphasis is placed on how to improve
business transactions for the customer that you will be handling. This is a basic overview course targeted only for the non-technical employee or board member. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 7 CPE credits in the Communications field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Basic. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
September 22–25, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
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Nonverbal Communication
September 22, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Customer Service
Chattanooga,
TN
You cannot achieve anything of significance without the help of others. Solid communication skills are paramount if you desire to gain buy-in from your colleagues, leadership, friends and family; however, your words are only part of your communication repertoire. Studies show that 55% of communication is nonverbal and two people will signal over 800 nonverbal cues over the course of a thirty-minute conversation. This workshop will teach the participants the principles and applications of body language and techniques that can be used immediately to enhance communication and influence. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
Safety & Security Conference
September 23–25, 2026, All Day
Pigeon Forge,
TN
TVPPA’s Utility Safety & Security Conference is the must-attend event for utility professionals dedicated to safeguarding people, assets, and infrastructure across the Tennessee Valley and beyond. This annual conference brings together those responsible for employee safety, training, securing physical assets, and even cybersecurity to explore the strategies and tools that keep local power companies resilient and responsive in today’s evolving risk environment.
Spanning all aspects of utility safety and security, the event features engaging speakers, expert panels, and real-world insights that address field crew protection, critical infrastructure defense, incident response, digital threat mitigation, and more. From linemen and right-of-way crews to substations and servers, the topics are tailored to support those on the front lines of safety guarding against threats, both modern and commonplace.
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Communicating Effectively with Utility Customers
September 23–24, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Customer Service
Chattanooga,
TN
This course uses group activities to help you learn and grow as a communicator in various situations. The emphasis is placed on creating and recognizing the time to create a memorable experience for the customers. This course is designed to be available for all levels of utility employees. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 14 CPE credits in the Communications field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Intermediate. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
business
Selling Utility Services
September 25, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Customer Service
Chattanooga,
TN
Today, utility customers are looking for more than kWs and meter readings from their utility. In our increasingly complex world, local utilities must support complicated customer relationships and offer specialized products or services to meet specific needs. Knowing how to add value to a customer`s life is a hallmark of great customer service. This class will focus on understanding how we price our primary product, working with customers, and adding value. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 7 CPE credits in the Marketing field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Basic. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop
September 28, 2026 - October 3, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Kissimmee,
FL
This 6 day class is an intense workshop designed to help potential Lineman Apprentice experience the everyday demands they will be expected to handle on the job. You will have the opportunity to learn various aspects of line work, with an emphasis in climbing. Individual sessions focus on the hazards of electricity, grounding, rigging, hand lines, aluminum and copper ties. You will be placed on call at night to become adapt to working at all hours of the day. You will have the chance to test your knowledge through homework and test. At the end of the week your manager will be given a written assessment of potential to perform work under stress and your capacity to learn and follow instructions. This class is a great tool for managers to use to determine the potential apprentice’s skills and abilities. They will be asked to complete an apprentice packet before coming to class that includes student information.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
September 28, 2026 - October 2, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
September 28, 2026 - October 2, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
September 28, 2026 - October 2, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Unit 4 (Instructor Led)
September 28, 2026 - October 2, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Defuniak Springs,
FL
business
Foreman Academy Track 1
September 28–30, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Leadership
Lenoir City,
TN
This four day-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each Track completed and an overall completion certificate if all three Tracks are completed (and the online class Work Zone Traffic Control). Track 1 addresses attitude and responsibility, OSHA standards, labor law and the organizational impact of processing paperwork.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
September 29, 2026 - October 2, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Greenfield,
IN
Paving the Way to Efficiency: Time, Technology and Numbers
September 29–30, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chattanooga,
TN
Boost your productivity and operational impact with essential tools for managing time, meetings, and resources. This session focuses on practical strategies for calendar control, meeting facilitation, and prioritization. Explore technology platforms that streamline workflows and improve communication, and gain confidence in handling budgets, financial reports, and resource planning. Designed for administrative professionals who juggle multiple responsibilities, this module helps you work smarter, not harder—so you can lead with clarity and precision.
Learning Objectives:
Time Management
Meeting Management
Technology Resources
Budgets and Financials
business
Foreman Academy Track 3
October 5–8, 2026, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Rogersville,
TN
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 3 addresses interpersonal and communication skills, line staking and accident investigation and emergency communication. The online DISC profile completed for Track II will be used during this class.
technical
Fiber Installation Lab
October 5–8, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Fiber
Jackson,
TN
This 3-day lab will teach students the installation process of running fiber into a home or business. Students will also learn about different ONTs and systems they might use to assist with installation of fiber as well as troubleshooting. This lab will transition to the final exam that students will take after the final parts of the class are covered.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
October 6–8, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Daphne,
AL
technical
Line Design and Staking Level 4
October 6–8, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Line Design and Staking
Chattanooga,
TN
In the final Level 4 course, students focus on line design efficiency, reliability and the aging power infrastructure. Students learn about mechanical loading for multi-circuits, learn about commercial load sizing and the process of calculating loads on manufactured products. Students review the NESC and learn when and how to apply Rule 250 C and D. Classroom discussion includes a brief look at how local requirements and/or RUS standards and bulletins incorporate (and compare to) NESC rules. System protection and balance includes equipment descriptions and purpose, and an overview of smart grid and distribution automation, storm preparation (hardening of the system) and recovery (getting the system back operational). Course manual provided. Final exam. Certificate of successful completion.
technical
Advanced Lineworker Phase 2
October 7–9, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
This 3 day class will teach simplifying substations and switchyards. As well as the needed functions and safety requirements for working with all types of substation operating equipment. Schematic and One-Line Diagrams are discussed to enable you to identify problems that could occur within a substation in a real life situation. This session also reviews transformers and circuit breaker drawings. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 1 to enroll.
business
Foreman Academy Track 2
October 12–15, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Leadership
Bowling Green,
KY
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 2 addresses team building, generations in the workplace, regulatory compliance, the impact of safety on insurance premiums and understanding and conducting performance appraisals. Students must complete an online DISC profile before attending. Instructions to access the profile will be sent two weeks prior to the start of class.
technical
Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
October 13–15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
technical
Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
October 13–15, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Chattanooga,
TN
business
Business Strategy
October 13–14, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
Utility Business Strategy is two days of instruction and discussion about business models. It will help participants develop a philosophy of management for either a cooperative or municipal business model. Two instructors will provide insight into the strategic planning process, interaction with business partners, wholesale providers and preparation of budgets. Key business indicators will be discussed and compared to gauge efficiency of the participant`s utility system.
Developing industry trends lead to organizational change. Managing that change both among employees and member/consumers will be discussed. The course examines what causes anxiety for utility management and explores way to manage those business dynamics. This is done primarily by the instructors sharing situational examples and class exercises. This course complements another AdvCPE required course entitled ``Business Statistics and Analysis``.
technical
OSHA 30 Hr. Card (Part 1)
October 15–16, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Safety
Chattanooga,
TN
The 30-Hour OSHA Outreach Training Program for General Industry is divided into two sessions. Part 1 covers the following topics. Introduction to OSHA, Managing Safety and Health, Walking and Working Surfaces, Emergency Exits, Emergency Action Plans, Fire Prevention and Protection, Electrical
Personal Protective Equipment, Hazard Communication, Material Handling. These topics require at least 13 hours of student contact time.
The remaining topics will be covered in Part 2.
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Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
October 19–23, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
business
Foreman Academy Track 1
October 19–22, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Huntsville,
AL
This four day-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each Track completed and an overall completion certificate if all three Tracks are completed (and the online class Work Zone Traffic Control). Track 1 addresses attitude and responsibility, OSHA standards, labor law and the organizational impact of processing paperwork.
business
Electrical Safety
October 19–21, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Distribution
Murfreesboro,
TN
Electrical Safety provides a comprehensive understanding of theory and industry best practices to ensure personnel safety when dealing with electric power lines and substations. Students review safety equipment testing requirements and procedures for readiness, while learning common sense aspects of safe electrical grounding and how to evaluate jumpers’ expected performance. Students learn to appreciate the rationale behind single-point grounding, proper vehicle safety, and equipment testing while discussing the OSHA safety accountability for proper personnel training and equipment election.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
October 20–23, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
technical
Advanced Lineworker Phase 4
October 20–22, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Bowling Green,
KY
This 3 day class looks at the operations of protective devices and how they would function in an emergency situation. You will also learn how to isolate faulted segments of line so that power is restored to customers quickly and safely. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 3 to enroll.
business
Understanding Human Resources
October 20–21, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
During this 2 day course participants will explore utility-specific Management/Supervision and resource management. As well as personnel practices including Management/Supervision and behavior, employee selection, job analysis, effective staffing, training and development, compensation management, employee appraisals, employment law, case studies. Current issues such as federal regulations, sexual harassment, wellness, and drug testing will also be covered. Trends in utility personnel management are also examined.
technical
Advanced Lineworker Phase 1
October 20–22, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Lineworker
Lenoir City,
TN
Phase 1 topics include distribution cover-up, personal protective grounding, regulators, capacitor safety, wood pole inspection, electric fundamentals for lineman, transformers information for lineman, transformer banking with demo models, transformer (paralleling), transformer troubleshooting. The class is an open discussion, and safety is always a part of every conversation.
Utility Accounting & Finance Conference
October 21–23, 2026, All Day
Huntsville,
AL
TVPPA’s Accounting & Finance Conference is the premier annual event for utility accounting and finance professionals across the Tennessee Valley. Designed for those who manage the essential financial functions that keep local power companies running smoothly, this conference brings together accounting and finance professionals from across the Tennessee Valley for two days of insight, connection, and collaboration.
Attendees will explore best practices, new regulations, emerging tools, and real-world solutions to the financial challenges facing today’s utilities. Through informative sessions, expert-led discussions, and peer networking, the conference offers practical takeaways that support accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial planning.
Whether you're new to utility finance or a seasoned professional, this event is your opportunity to stay sharp, stay informed, and stay connected.
technical
Protective Relaying Lab
October 26–30, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Protective Relaying
Madison,
TN
This 5-day lab covers the following: Basic relay co-ordination, Zones of Protection, Relay testing and programming of Schweitzer 351, Standard Electromechanical Relay, Dispatcher Training, Operations Training for How to read One lines, Primary Maps coordination of fuses, ocrs, sectionalizers and S&C Change over devices.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
October 27–30, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
business
Interpersonal Supervisory Skills III
October 27–28, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Nashville,
TN
This course is the last of five core curriculum classes needed in order to receive a CPSv certification. During this 2 day class you will build on the principles and techniques learned in Interpersonal Supervisory Skills I and II. The course consists of three modules. Improving Employee Work Habits covers difficult employee situations, and offers techniques for enforcing company policies and regulations in a non-threatening or confrontational way. Dealing with Employee Conflicts shows how to identify employee conflicts and teaches methods of conflict resolution, resolving misunderstandings, and avoiding negative interactions. Communicating with Your Boss teaches specific techniques for framing communications with superiors. Student must have completed Communicating Effectively with Utility Customers, Interpersonal Supervisory Skills I, and Interpersonal Supervisory Skills II to enroll.
technical
Advanced Lineworker Phase 5
October 27–29, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This is the final class in the overall completion of the Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training. This 3 day class discusses pad mounted transformers and switching cabinets, and “live front” and “dead front” for future operations on units. Switching units will also be covered in this section in order to ensure continuity in service that is received when converting. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 4 to enroll. Upon completion of an entire program an Overall Completion certificate will given to you for your hard work.
business
Strategic Planning and Organizational Development
October 28–29, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Human Resources
Chattanooga,
TN
Changing management, leadership development and ensuring that you are aligning the HR department with the overall goals of the organization will be outlined. During this 2 day class you will learn how to examine and apply strategies for measuring the outcomes of the organization at four levels. The HR professional will determine an individualized approach for their organization for tracking results and the ROI (Return on Investment).
business
Making Performance Appraisals Matter
October 29, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Nashville,
TN
Many managers find performance appraisals to be one of the most dreaded responsibilities of their position. They find that reviews are done more out of routine than for growth and improvement. If not done correctly, they can certainly do more harm than good. This session will provide guidance for preparing, scheduling and conducting reviews to make the process simpler but far more powerful, useful and enjoyable for the manager and the employee.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 4 Underground
November 2–6, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: URD safety, grounding, cable design and preparation, locating cable, fault finding, URD systems and equipment, trouble shooting, tagging, installation, and fusing. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 3 to enroll.
System Reliability for Line Design
November 3–5, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chattanooga,
TN
For electric utilities, the only aspect of design and engineering more important than reliability is safety. Safety is of utmost importance and, for this reason, all four levels of the Line Design and Staking program have a heavy emphasis on safety. In this advanced course, students who have successfully completed the PLDS program will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of line design to include standards, calculations and practices that enable designers to produce lines that are safe and reliable. Students will learn how reliability indices work and can be improved through appropriate route selection, pole and hardware choices, customer engagement, line access, visibility, phase configuration, recloser and fuse placement and documentation. Exercises in outage scenarios will demonstrate how all of these aspects of line design and staking can contribute to reliability, as well as, ease and speed of restoration. The certification test for this course will be given online the week following in-class instruction.
business
Foreman Academy Track 2
November 3–6, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Johnson City,
TN
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 2 addresses team building, generations in the workplace, regulatory compliance, the impact of safety on insurance premiums and understanding and conducting performance appraisals. Students must complete an online DISC profile before attending. Instructions to access the profile will be sent two weeks prior to the start of class.
Utility Customer Experience Conference
November 4–6, 2026, All Day
Florence,
AL
TVPPA’s Customer Experience (CX) Conference brings together electric utility professionals in customer service, communications, marketing, and public relations to dive into customer satisfaction strategies, contact center innovations, and communications best practices through sessions led by industry experts and peer presenters. From brand storytelling to outage response, from customer engagement to digital platforms, the content is practical, timely, and designed to deliver results.
This is the perfect event for those who love to connect and collaborate. You’ll enjoy rich discussions, interactive sessions, and valuable networking with professionals who understand the challenges and opportunities of serving utility customers in today’s fast-changing environment.
business
Selling Utility Services
November 4, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Customer Service
New Market,
TN
Today, utility customers are looking for more than kWs and meter readings from their utility. In our increasingly complex world, local utilities must support complicated customer relationships and offer specialized products or services to meet specific needs. Knowing how to add value to a customer`s life is a hallmark of great customer service. This class will focus on understanding how we price our primary product, working with customers, and adding value. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 7 CPE credits in the Marketing field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Basic. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
business
Foreman Academy Track 3
November 9–12, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Leadership
Bowling Green,
KY
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 3 addresses interpersonal and communication skills, line staking and accident investigation and emergency communication. The online DISC profile completed for Track II will be used during this class.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
November 16–20, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
November 16–20, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 2 Construction
November 16–20, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, job briefings, print reading, guys and anchors, minimum approach distances, overhead construction, grounding, sagging, aluminum ties, and single phase transformer theory. It includes written and field skills element exams. The student must have completed Fundamental Lab 1 to enroll.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
November 17–20, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Princeton,
KY
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
November 17–20, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Kissimmee,
FL
business
Components of Strategic Planning
November 18–19, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
Change can be planned or unplanned. Strategic planning is a planned change process designed for creating desired, future results, typically within 3 to 5 years. The design of this workshop focuses on preparing departments/organizations to initiate a strategic planning process and assess their readiness for strategic change. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 14 CPE credits in the Business Management and Organization field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Advanced. There are not any prerequisites for this course.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 1 Fundamentals
November 30, 2026 - December 4, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Chattanooga,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, PPE inspection, grounding, rigging, pole top rescue, aluminum and copper ties, and minimum approach distances. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and a comprehensive written exam. The student must be a qualified climber and have completed the Pre-Apprentice Assessment Workshop.
business
Foreman Academy Track 3
November 30, 2026 - December 3, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Leadership
Chattanooga,
TN
This week-long series of classes is designed to provide line crew foremen with knowledge and skills outside the scope of fundamental linework. This will allow them to be more effective leaders and supervisors as well as help them understand their role and responsibilities of their job within the utility. The three-track series will cover topics for the new line-foreman to the experienced line-foreman. Subject areas include leadership, safety, technical and management skills. Individuals attending the Academy will receive a certificate for each class completed as well as an overall certificate for the week. Track 3 addresses interpersonal and communication skills, line staking and accident investigation and emergency communication. The online DISC profile completed for Track II will be used during this class.
technical
Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
December 1–3, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
technical
De-Escalation Tactics and Negotiation Skills
December 1, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Safety
Chattanooga,
TN
This training will focus on de-escalating high
stress situations where the outcome will be beneficial for the operations and safety of the Utility workers. This will focus on body language, looking for signs of aggression, how to speak to someone without escalating an already tense situation into a violent encounter. We will also talk about the benefits of having a working relationship with local law enforcement agencies to help out in certain conditions.
technical
Advanced Lineworker Phase 5
December 1–3, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Bowling Green,
KY
This is the final class in the overall completion of the Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training. This 3 day class discusses pad mounted transformers and switching cabinets, and “live front” and “dead front” for future operations on units. Switching units will also be covered in this section in order to ensure continuity in service that is received when converting. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 4 to enroll. Upon completion of an entire program an Overall Completion certificate will given to you for your hard work.
technical
Advanced Lineworker Phase 3
December 1–3, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This 3 day class teaches three-phase connections and troubleshooting during emergencies. Phasers are the key to transformer bank construction, troubleshooting and emergency transformer bank problem-solving. Provides needed hands-on problem solving training through the study and analysis of miniature transformers. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 2 to enroll.
technical
Special Event Security
December 2, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Safety
Chattanooga,
TN
Recent events-related tragedies have exposed the vulnerabilities of large and small
meetings and special events and demonstrated the alarming speed at which
disturbances morph into chaos and panic. This session provides the skills to evaluate
risks, identify potential threats, and develop an effective emergency response plan.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 3 Operations
December 7–11, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Huntsville,
AL
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, aerial lift inspection, arc flash hazards, PPE inspections, bucket truck rescue, systems operations, three phase transformer theory, and insulation/isolation techniques. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Operations Lab 2 to enroll.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Lab 5 Troubleshooting
December 7–11, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Jackson,
TN
This five day lab covers a variety of skills including: safety, hotline tools, protective devices, regulators, capacitors and single line drawing. When trouble shooting it is important to understand the needed protective devises and how they work together. This module also discusses trouble shooting techniques, substation, breakers, fuses, regulators, capacitors, instrumentation and metering. Participants are given a field performance evaluation and comprehensive written exam. The student must have completed Underground Lab 4 to enroll.
technical
Lineworker Apprenticeship Final Exam
December 8–11, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Lineworker
Murfreesboro,
TN
business
Negotiations and Contracts
December 8–9, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Purchasing & Materials Management
Chattanooga,
TN
When dealing in the purchasing realm, interpersonal skills and relationships are key to a diverse business strategy. In this class we will focus on how to use different personality traits to gain better strategies of communication within and outside our companies. With learning different traits and communication, we have a better understanding of how to control negotiations and contracts. Knowing that these two go hand-in-hand, we will learn new tactics, how to handle old tricks and what the law references in both of these scenarios. Participants will also learn supplier selection criteria and method development for obtaining qualified, dependable and competitive companies to do business with.
technical
OSHA 30 Hr. Card (Part 2)
December 8–10, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Safety
Chattanooga,
TN
The 30-Hour OSHA Outreach Training Program for General Industry is divided into two sessions. Part 2 covers the following topics. Permit-Required Confined Spaces, Control of Hazardous Energy/Lockout-Tagout, Machine Guarding, Welding, Cutting, and Brazing, Bloodborne Pathogens, Recordkeeping, Occupational Noise Exposure, Vehicle-Mounted Elevating and Rotating Aerial Devices.
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Advanced Lineworker Phase 3
December 8–10, 2026, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Lineworker
Johnson City,
TN
This 3 day class teaches three-phase connections and troubleshooting during emergencies. Phasers are the key to transformer bank construction, troubleshooting and emergency transformer bank problem-solving. Provides needed hands-on problem solving training through the study and analysis of miniature transformers. The student must have completed Advanced Lineworker Certificate Training Phase 2 to enroll.
technical
Digger Derrick/ Aerial Device Lab
December 14–16, 2026, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET
Lineworker
Lenoir City,
TN
business
ABC`s of Electrical Systems
December 30, 2026, 6:30 AM
Customer Service
Chattanooga,
TN
This course provides a basic survey of electric utility operations, from generation at the
power plant to distribution to the end-use customer. Topics covered include methods of
generation, high voltage transmission, distribution methods, electrical terminology, and
usage measurement through metering and billing. Emphasis is placed on how to improve
business transactions for the customer that you will be handling. This is a basic overview course targeted only for the non-technical employee or board member. This is a NASBA approved class. The instructional delivery method is “group-live.” You will receive 7 CPE credits in the Communications field of study. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE Credits have been granted based on a 50- minute hour. The program level is Basic. There are not any prerequisites for this course.