Electrical Service Technician (EST)
Electrical
A course by
Unitec
A short practical and theory-based course preparing students for the Electrical Service Technician registration as required by the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB), including safety training and exam preparation.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Trades building laboratory, Unitec, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 week
This course requires 40 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Complete practical skills assessment for EWRB EST registration
Undertake and pass the practical tasks as required for entry to the Electrical Service Technician registration pathway.
Develop safety and first aid skills
Gain essential safety training, including completion of an approved first aid course relevant to the electrical trade.
Prepare for EWRB electrical theory exam
Revise and solidify theoretical knowledge to meet the requirements of the EWRB theory exam.
What You're Signing Up For
This course is designed for electrical workers seeking Electrical Service Technician (EST) registration with the EWRB. It covers practical skills assessment, safety training including first aid, and preparation for the EWRB theory exam. Completion allows Unitec to confirm student exam eligibility to the examination provider. Maintenance of 3-phase equipment, appliance component identification, switchboard supply identification and isolation, and safety skills are covered. The course is suitable for those who need to demonstrate practical skills, revise theoretical knowledge, and update first aid to meet EWRB requirements.
Course Content
- Practical skills assessment for EWRB registration
- Safety training including first aid
- Preparation for the EWRB electrical theory exam
- Maintenance and servicing of 3-phase electrical equipment
- Identifying appliance components
- Locating, identifying, and isolating sources of supply on switchboards
- Use of electrical tools and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Submission of practical assessment for exam eligibility
What you need to know first
Certification from EWRB confirming you meet entitlement criteria for EST registration
Certified ID document (certified by NZ JP or presented in person)
Completed and signed EWRB practical assessment form
EWRB number
Payment of fees
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Electrical Engineering
Trades
Building Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Electrical Service Technician
Registered Electrical Worker
Maintenance Electrician