What qualifications do you need to be an electrician?

What qualifications do you need to be an electrician?

You’ll need to have an industry recognised level 3 qualification for example a level 3 diploma in electrotechnical services. Most people get into this career via an apprenticeship. It normally takes two to four years to become fully qualified. GCSEs grade D or above, including Maths and English, would be an advantage.

Is it hard being an electrician?

Becoming a licensed electrician is no easy task, however. It requires studying, years of being an apprentice or attending school, and years of documented work experience in order to become licensed.

How do I start my electrical career?

To become a licensed electrician, you’ll need to follow these steps:

1. Earn a high school diploma or the equivalent.
2. Consider attending a trade or vocational-technical school.
3. Register as an electrician apprentice.
4. Complete your apprenticeship.
5. Get licensed or certified.

Can you be an electrician without going to college?

To become a licensed electrician you’ll need to complete a Certificate III in Electrotechnology. There is a range of electrician courses on offer with TAFE NSW, but with no formal entry requirements, the Cert III is most suitable for someone just starting out.

Do electricians work a lot?

Electricians enjoy year-round job opportunities. Their hours vary depending on their role. Maintenance electricians usually have regular work which they complete in a typical 40-hour week. Most keep regular business hours on weekdays and don’t usually work on weekends, public holidays, or late at night.

How do most electricians die?

Common accidents for electricians include electrical shocks, falls, and burns. For every 100,000 electricians in 2016, 10 died from occupational injuries, nearly three times the national rate.

What is the number 1 most dangerous job in the world?

It may not come as much of a surprise that the occupation with the highest fatality rate is logging workers, with 97.6 fatal work injuries per 100,000 workers, making logging occupations the deadliest jobs of 2020.