Certificate
Youth Guarantee programmes are FREE* and a great way to learn practical skills and gain a qualification. You can apply for these options if you're 16 to 24 years of age and no longer at school, or you're planning on leaving school.
This programme provides the opportunity to gain basic electrical skills and knowledge prior to an apprenticeship or employment in the trade. It's also a good grounding for work in the security systems and audio industries. The programme covers: electrical theory, legislation and regulations, testing and safety, first aid, basic electric motors, basic use of tools, and numeracy and literacy for the electrical industry.
You'll receive Ara Credits for this programme. Ara credits are tertiary study credits that can be used to enter further study at tertiary level in New Zealand.
*Funding availability dependent.
On completion of this programme you can move into an electrical apprenticeship.