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 | Feb 2025 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 | $796 for domestic students View full fees information |
| Eligibility | View entry criteria |
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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 * | $796 for domestic students |
|---|
2024 Electrical Safety Course (ELEL3030) Fees - $189 (student levy not included).
2025 Indicative Fees - $809
Your final fee may vary if:
- you have a choice of topics/papers to study
- the qualification excludes GST
- there are extra course materials to purchase
- student levies apply
We’ll let you know if any of these apply to you.
* Important fee information, and hints and tips
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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 | 18 Nov 2024 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 24 Feb 2025 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 7 Apr 2025 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 18 Aug 2025 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 17 Nov 2025 |
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).
