Course Overview

Have you got electrical qualifications from overseas and want to apply for New Zealand registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board? This short course is the answer.

A full-time block course held over five days; attendance is vital for anyone with overseas electrical qualifications who needs EWRB registration to work in New Zealand. With two course dates to choose from, our tutors ensure participants meet all three stages of the practical skills requirements for New Zealand registration.

Locations Tauranga
Next intake Aug 2024 View more details
Study options

5 days full-time, including holidays (if applicable)

You'll be able to either complete the entire five day course or the Electrical Safety course (ELEL3030) which runs for one day (the first day of each five day block or when there is sufficient demand).
Total credits 12
Indicative Fees $763 for domestic students View full fees information
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Topics you'll cover

Course content is in line with the EWRB requirements. Visit the EWRB website for more information about their regulations and requirements.

 

Course Fees

Indicative Fees * $763 for domestic students

2024 Electrical Safety course (ELEL3030) fees - $189 (student levy not included).

* Important fee information, and hints and tips

Help with fees

Are you Eligible for Free Fees?

There are several ways to take advantage of free study at Toi Ohomai. Find out how on our Fees Free FAQ page.

Student Loans and Allowances

This course does NOT meet the requirements for student loan or allowance applications through StudyLink.

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Course Entry Information

Entry criteria

  • Prior knowledge and experience in the electrical industry

Standard Entry Criteria

Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.

Other Considerations

You'll be required to present a copy of your current First Aid Certificate. The certificate will need to be from a one day practical first aid equivalent to unit standards 6401/6402 or 26551/26552.

Please contact Red Cross or St John's to book a first aid training session if you don't have a current First Aid Certificate. 

* To confirm what stage of practical skills you need, you'll need to apply to the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB). They will then give you a confirmation letter detailing your individual registration and practical skills stage requirements.

English language requirements

Level 4 certificate IELTS General or Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace or Academic, or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.


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Course Locations and Intake Information

Location Campus Start Date
Tauranga Windermere Campus 19 Aug 2024 Apply now
Tauranga Windermere Campus 18 Nov 2024 Apply now

Study options

  • 5 days full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
  • You'll be able to either complete the entire five day course or the Electrical Safety course (ELEL3030) which runs for one day (the first day of each five day block or when there is sufficient demand).

Important dates

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