Gain the skills to select, install, set up, test, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment.
This is an apprenticeship program.
As a student of this certificate, you will develop the skills to select, install, set up, test, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment. In addition, you will complete on-the-job training with your employer, allowing you to gain the skills and knowledge to work at a trade level in the electrical industry.
Upon completion of your certificate and apprenticeship, you will have satisfied the Electrical Regulatory Authority Council’s requirements to sit the Energy Safe Victoria licensing exam to become a licensed electrician.
RMIT offers a variety of learning and teaching approaches including lectures, workshops, presentations, group discussions and work.
Ongoing assessment throughout the semester includes examinations, reports, oral classes, presentations, and practical assignments.
As an apprentice, you will learn while on the job.
You may be able to be assessed in your workplace for some or all of your subjects.
Feedback from work supervisors and others can be used as evidence of competency, and an RMIT University assessor can visit your workplace to observe your work practice.
In addition to your practical training with your employer, you will spend one day on campus per week.
This course is competency-based and has been designed to help you develop the practical skills and knowledge necessary to work effectively in your chosen field. You will learn and be assessed by practising and demonstrating your capabilities, all of which can be readily applied in the workplace.
In addition to the specific vocational skills you build throughout this course, you will also develop a set of essential employability skills, including communication, planning, organising, and problem solving, self-management, initiative and teamwork. These foundational skills will enable you to navigate the world of work, collaborate effectively with others, and successfully get the job done.
This course consists of 27 core subjects and 4 electives. Through your studies, you will learn about:
From Semester 2, 2026, the electives in this course will be delivered at the Bundoora campus.
Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.
Skills in electrotechnology are in high demand, in industries including construction, mining and manufacturing.
Electricians can work in-house for large companies, within smaller operations, as external consultants or as self-employed tradespeople.
Some electricians may undergo further study to develop skills in electrical engineering, dual trade qualifications or specialisation.
You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course.
This course is delivered as an apprenticeship. To enrol in this course as an apprentice you should:
You will be contacted by RMIT after we are notified by the Apprenticeship Network to organise your enrolment.
There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.
A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.
A pathway is an alternative way to get into a course. RMIT's pathways can help you move through different levels of study to reach the qualification you're aiming for, even if you don't meet the requirements for your destination course.
Unfortunately we are currently unable to offer formal pathways into this course. Contact Study@RMIT to discuss your options.
When you successfully complete this certificate, you may be eligible to apply for further studies at RMIT such as a diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree.
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.
Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.
Credit may reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant study experience.
When you are submitting an application, please indicate that you want to be considered for credit and provide detailed course syllabus (also known as course outline), outlining volume of learning, course content and weekly topics, learning objectives/outcomes, assessment types and their weightings, and reference to the learning resources such as prescribed textbooks and recommended readings.
The tuition fees you will pay depends on your eligibility for government subsidies.
Not sure which fee type applies to you? Learn more and check your eligibility.
Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.
You may be eligible for a fee concession if you hold a valid Commonwealth Health Care Card, Pensioner Card, or Veteran's Gold Card, or are enrolled in the Asylum Seeker VET program. Find out more about fee concessions.
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The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
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The total tuition fee you will be charged for a full-fee place
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$34,000.00 | ||||||
| Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)
Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
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$587.60 | ||||||
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The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $ per nominal hour ($ total).
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$12,000.00 | ||||||
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Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
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Based on 2026 cap of $373 per calendar year
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$587.60 | ||||||
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Total cost of material fees associated with this course |
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$48.00
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| Estimated total cost to you
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The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $14.85 per nominal hour ($16,780.50 total).
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$113.00 | ||||||
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$48.00
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$2,561.00 | |||||||
The tuition fees shown include the Victorian Government contribution. This amount is reflected in your fees and is paid directly to RMIT by the Government: $18.05 per nominal hour ($20,396.50 total).
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Generated on 25 June 2026 | RMIT University's Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Code is 3046 | Payment and refund information
VET Student Loan cap for Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (C3409): $
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