Electricians Regulations Short Course for Registration

Electrical

A course by

Wintec

This short accredited course prepares experienced electrical workers to pass the Electrical Workers Registration Board Regulations exam and become a fully registered electrician in New Zealand. It includes study of the Electricity Act, Safety Regulations, Wiring Rules, and installation and appliance standards.

NZ$955

inc GST

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This course starts anytime


Blended study

This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions

Hamilton, Hamilton

It will take a total of 1 week

This course requires 7 hours per week

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Understand Electricity Act and Regulations

Gain detailed knowledge of the Electricity Act and associated safety regulations relevant to electrical work in New Zealand.

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Apply AS/NZS Wiring Rules

Learn to design and evaluate electrical installations according to the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules (AS/NZS 3000).

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Regulatory Compliance

Understand requirements for importation, sale, use, and installation of electrical fittings and appliances compliant with New Zealand law.

What You're Signing Up For

Work toward a career as a qualified, registered electrician in New Zealand by completing this accredited short course offered by Wintec. Designed for those with electrical experience needing official recognition, the course covers the Electricity Act, Electricity (Safety) Regulations, AS/NZS Wiring Rules, and related regulatory requirements. Delivered via blended learning including online self-paced modules and face-to-face Zoom sessions, it supports preparation for the EWRB Regulations exam. Participants must also register with EWRB to receive an EW Number prior to course start. Exam fees are separate and paid directly to ASPEQ. The course enables participants to understand legal and safety frameworks, the design and use of electrical fittings and appliances, and compliance with New Zealand electrical standards.

Course Content

  • Electricity Act
  • Electricity (Safety) Regulations
  • AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules (Australian/New Zealand)
  • Design and construction of electrical installations
  • Standards for electrical fittings and appliances
  • Regulatory requirements for importation and sale of electrical equipment
  • Safety management systems and offences under electrical law

What you need to know first

Electrical work experience

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Construction

  • Trade Skills

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Registered Electrician