About this course

This course is for registered Plumbers and Gasfitters who wish to be licensed to carry out prescribed electrical work, such as water heater installation and waste disposal servicing. This 5-day course has a strong focus on practical learning, along with online theory modules. The online modules cover all the electrical theory knowledge required in the Associated Tradesperson examination.

By the end of course you will have completed the practical assessment required by the EWRB, attained the required safety training, and be ready to sit your exam, before being licensed by the EWRB. Once you have gained your accredited license from the EWRB, you will be qualified to perform prescribed electrical work relating to water heating, waste disposal units and water pressure devices. This will include the connection/disconnection of fittings to or from a power supply, other than by means of a plug or pin inserted into a socket, or an appliance connector inserted into an appliance inlet, provided that the electrical rating is not greater than 250 volts.

Course format and requirements

This is a 5-day course (Monday to Friday) with online theory modules and practical learning, plus examination day. 

You should already be registered as a Plumber and/or Gasfitter with the PGDB to participate in this course. You may be able to enrol if you are not yet registered, but you will not be officially licensed until your PGDB registration is confirmed by the EWRB.

Once you have completed this course, you will need to make a booking to sit your exam with ASPEQ. Please register with them to enrol for the exam. We will confirm with ASPEQ that you have completed the course before you will be allowed to sit the exam. You must attend 80% of the course for us to approve your exam with ASPEQ.

Your pathway to ATP license

To get your practising Associated Tradesperson licence, you'll need to complete this process. First, ensure you have PGDB Plumber or Gasfitter Registration. Second, complete the Associated Tradesperson Course which includes online theory modules and a 5-day practical course. Third, sit your exam with ASPEQ. Fourth, complete the Competence Programme which includes an EWRB e-learning module plus a 1-day block course. Finally, apply for your registration and practising licence with the EWRB.

What you will learn

  • First Aid & CPR certification 
  • Safe electrical practices for plumbing/gasfitting work 
  • Electrical systems and applications 
  • Cable types and applications 
  • Electrical legislation that applies to your work 
  • Practical electrical work - testing plumbing and gasfitting appliances up to 250 volts 
  • Connection and disconnection of electrical fittings 
  • Testing and certification of appliances and equipment

Key Information

Duration: 5 days

Cost: $1,095 incl. GST

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