TAFE NSW
4 years
Become a licensed electrician through this nationally recognised Certificate III combining apprenticeship work with industry-standard training. Perfect for those seeking a skilled trade career in electrical installations, maintenance, and problem-solving across residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
For apprenticeship pathway: You must be employed as an apprentice and registered with an Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP). For non-apprenticeship pathway: You must be at least 21 years old with at least 2 years of work experience in electrical work, currently employed in the industry, and provide evidence through resume and employer letters. Entry recommendations include ability to work at heights, colour distinction, analytical problem-solving skills, and language, literacy and numeracy to Year 10 level. TAFE NSW may require a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills evaluation.
The course comprises 1110 weighting points including 990 core and 120 specialty units. Core units cover: developing and connecting electrical control circuits, arranging circuits and protection systems, isolating and testing low voltage circuits, installing wiring systems and accessories, evaluating and modifying socket outlets and heating equipment, solving problems in magnetic devices and AC circuits, evaluating lighting circuits, selecting wiring systems and cables, terminating cables and accessories, testing transformers, designing and verifying electrical installations, work health and safety regulations, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Specialty units include high voltage field switching, emergency alarm and lighting systems, solar industry practices, hazardous area inspections, substation systems, photovoltaic and battery storage installation, rail signalling equipment, air conditioning systems, instrumentation, lift equipment, and telecommunications cabling.
TAFE NSW is a leading vocational education provider with 33 study and location options across New South Wales, offering nationally recognised qualifications that allow you to work across different states without additional upskilling. The provider delivers industry-standard facilities with practical testing and verification opportunities, comprehensive support services including disability support, language and literacy assistance, and career counselling. TAFE NSW recognises prior learning and offers credit transfers, enabling faster qualification completion.
Graduates pursue careers as Electricians (General), installing, testing, connecting, commissioning, maintaining and modifying electrical equipment, wiring and control systems. The role offers strong employment growth with 42,200 workers in Australia, median weekly pay of $1,420, and average full-time hours of 44 per week. The qualification meets part of the requirements for a Qualified Supervisors Certificate Electrician, allowing unsupervised work on low voltage fixed wiring and supervision of others. Further study pathways include Certificate IV in Industrial Electronics and Control, and Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering.
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