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Electrical Trades Assistant Courses

An Electrical Trades Assistant installs and maintains a range of electrical systems or equipment. You might locate and diagnose electrical faults or design electrical systems for new building projects. Electrical Trades Assistants might also perform scheduled servicing when required. You may specialise in residential work or focus on larger commercial or industrial systems.

Electrical Trades Assistants should be safety-focused and able to follow correct procedures. It’s important you can communicate well and work as part of a team. Electrical Trades Assistants must have strong technical skills and be able to use their abilities in a range of circumstances.

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Popular Electrical Trades Assistant Courses

There are 4 courses available for people who want to become an Electrical Trades Assistant.

UEE40720
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UEE20520
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UEE22020
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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UEE10120
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an Electrical Trades Assistant earn?

In Australia, a full time Electrical Trades Assistant generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

What are the job opportunities for an Electrical Trades Assistant?

This industry has experienced moderate employment growth over the last five years. There are currently 111,900 people working in this field in Australia, and many of them specialise as an Electrical Trades Assistant. Electrical Trades Assistants may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

How do I become an Electrical Trades Assistant?

If you’re planning a career as an Electrical Trades Assistant, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Electronics and Communications. You’ll learn to assemble and repair a range of AV equipment, data systems, IT hardware and electronic devices. A Certificate II in Computer Assembly and Repair or Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start) may also be appropriate.

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