Become a licensed electrician and kickstart a career in the dynamic electrotechnology industry. You’ll be fault-finding one day, inspecting the next, as you work for learning on the job as an apprentice and in our industry-standard facilities.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Install wiring systems, accessories and appliances for low voltage general electrical installations
Connect electrical circuits
Solve problems related to electrical equipment
Use drawings, diagrams, schedules, standards, codes and specifications
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Practical experience in the installation and termination of electrical cables, accessories and appliances including socket outlets, light fittings, heating and cooking appliances
Experience using industry-standard electrical installation testing rooms to provide you with testing and verification opportunities
A trade qualification
Strong pathways to further electrical study
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
TAFE NSW offers the Certificate III in Electrotechnology - Electrician as an apprenticeship. There may also be options available for you to study as a non-apprentice.
Apprenticeship
To be eligible for this course, you must:
Be employed as an apprentice in industry
Register with an Apprenticeship Network Provider who will support your application
Enquire today to talk through your options.
Non-apprenticeship
Enquire today and one of our Apprenticeship and Traineeship team will help you understand any eligibility or entry requirements.
You may be eligible to enrol in Certificate III in Electrotechnology – Electrician as a non-apprentice if you meet TAFE NSW enrolment requirements noted below:
Currently in paid employment working under the supervision of a licenced electrician in the electrical trades industry performing a broad scope of electrical work including domestic, commercial or industrial applications. You and your employer will be required to take part in a pre-enrolment interview with a teacher to determine if you meet the enrolment requirements.
It is important to know that there is no government subsidy available for this study option. Talk to our team about your payment options.
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
An ability to work at heights
An ability to distinguish between colours
An analytical approach to problem-solving
Language, literacy and numeracy to Year 10 high school level
Customer service, collaboration and consultation abilities
TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills evaluation.
This skills evaluation helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Electricians (General) install, test, connect, commission, maintain and modify electrical equipment, wiring and control systems.
92%
42,200 workers
37 years
$1,420
44 hours
Medium
1% female
Strong Growth
Occupational licences are required if you want to work as an electrician nationally. You will require a licence to practise in the workplace where work is carried out on electrical equipment or installations which are designed to operate at voltages greater than 50 V a.c. or 120 V d.c. State and territory jurisdictions have different regulatory requirements depending on the level of licensing you need. Check with your state or territory licensing and regulatory authorities regarding their educational requirements. The Certificate III in Electrotechnology – Electrician qualification also meets part of the requirements for the issue of a Qualified Supervisors Certificate Electrician. This allows you to work unsupervised on low voltage fixed wiring and equipment and to supervise others undertaking this work. Visit NSW Fair Trading or your equivalent state regulatory body for more information.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 1110 weighting points, including 990 core and 120 speciality units.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
TAFE NSW Libraries
Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home
LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
Student associations – get social with our student community
On campus, online and blended study environments; at TAFE NSW your learning works with your lifestyle. Heart your favourites, compare courses and discover what works for you.