Trainee Limited Certificates
You must hold a Trainee Limited Certificate to complete work experience for EWRB Registration New Zealand pathway.
What is a trainee
A trainee is a person who is working towards full Registration.
| Training registration class | Duration of Trainee Limited Certificate |
|---|---|
| Electrician | 4 years (8000 hours) |
| Electrical Service Technician | 2 years (4000 hours) |
| Electrical Appliance Serviceperson | 18 months (3000 hours) |
| Distribution Line Mechanic | 2 years (4000 hours) |
| Electrical Installer | 3 years (6000 hours) |
| Cable Jointer | 2 years (4000 hours) |
| Electrical Engineer | 2 years (4000 hours) |
Requirements
While holding your Trainee Limited Certificate, you must complete the requirements for the Registration class you are working towards.
Please check the Registration page to see the requirements for each Registration class.
The requirements for obtaining a Trainee Limited Certificate are:
- Your supervisor must complete the supervision declaration form agreeing to supervise you in accordance with Board rules
- You must complete Safety Training within 3 months of being issued your Trainee Limited Certificate that includes safe working practices and testing, CPR, and basic first aid.
When you apply for a Trainee Limited Certificate, you make a declaration that you will make every attempt to complete all Registration requirements within the duration of that Trainee Limited Certificate.
Supervision
You must have a Registered and licensed electrical worker to supervise your work while holding your Trainee Limited Certificate.
Refer to the Supervision page for information about Supervision Agreements and Supervision Requirements.
Applying for a second or third Trainee Limited Certificate
For a second Trainee Limited Certificate to be approved, you must show evidence that you have made every attempt to complete the Registration requirements for the class you are working towards.
A second Trainee Limited Certificate will only be issued for 12 months.
Third and subsequent Trainee Limited Certificates will be referred to the Board for consideration. The Licensing Team will advise you by email of the documents you must submit before your application is referred to the Board.
The applicant and supervisor may be required to appear before the Board to answer questions or make written submissions with supporting statements from their supervisor, in relation to the efforts they have made to meet Registration requirements.
Third and subsequent Trainee Limited Certificates will be issued for a duration as specified if approved by the Board.
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