Occupational Certificate: Electrician
Gain the practical and theoretical grounding to install, test and maintain electrical systems safely and to code.
Occupational Certificate (Trade)
91761
NQF Level 4
360
3 years
QCTO
About the qualification
Programme overview
Electricians power homes, businesses and industry. This Occupational Certificate develops the knowledge and hands-on skills to wire, install, test and maintain electrical installations in line with South African safety regulations.
Training combines electrical theory, practical workshop exercises and workplace experience, and prepares you for the national trade test to become a qualified electrician.
What you will learn
- Wire and test electrical installations
- Read circuit diagrams and specifications
- Apply electrical safety regulations and standards
- Install distribution boards, lighting and power circuits
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults
Career opportunities
- Qualified electrician
- Maintenance electrician
- Electrical installer (residential & commercial)
- Electrical contractor — own business
Entry requirements
- Grade 9 or Matric (Grade 12), NQF Level 1 with Communication and Mathematical Literacy
- Certified copy of ID / Passport
- Proof of residence (not older than 3 months)
- Latest academic results / certificate
Fees
- Registration fee: R1000
- Deposit: R5000 (includes student card, course and study material, and formative & summative assessments, excluding trade test costs)
- Monthly instalment: R3000
- Duration: 3 years
How to apply
1. Choose your programme
Select the programme that suits your career goals.
2. Submit your application
Apply online or visit our Braamfontein campus with the required documents.
3. Assessment & enrolment
We assess your application and confirm your enrolment.
4. Start your journey
Attend orientation and start your path to success.
Admissions open · 2027 intake
Occupational Certificate: Electrician
- Qualification: Occupational Certificate (Trade)
- SAQA ID: 91761
- Level: NQF Level 4
- Credits: 360
- Duration: 3 years
- Entry requirement: Grade 9 or Matric (Grade 12), NQF Level 1 with Communication and Mathematical Literacy
- Accreditation: QCTO
- Fees: R1000 registration, R5000 deposit (includes student card, study material and formative & summative assessments, excluding trade test costs), then R3000 per month
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