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Electrician

Family · Skilled TradesEntry level · Diploma / vocational route
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Performs core professional/technical/service tasks characteristic of electrician, within the relevant organizational and regulatory context.

06 · Qualifications & training you need

There are no set entry requirements, but employers offering apprenticeships look for a good basic education, and possibly a diploma.

Where people train for this

03 · Education pathway

Vocational/apprenticeship training plus supervised practical experience; licensing varies by trade and jurisdiction.

04 · Lifestyle

Most electricians have regular hours, but may have to work evenings or weekends, or be on call for emergency repairs.

04 · Location

Electricians work on site in a variety of settings, such as homes, factories, or shops, and therefore have to travel extensively.

21 · The realities

The job can involve working in cramped or dirty spaces. Keeping track of changing building regulations can be challenging.

05 · Interests that fit this career

ElectronicsMathematicsPhysicsEngineeringInformation Technology (IT)Buildings and maintenance

09 · Core skills

technical drawing/interpretationtool usediagnosticssafetyquality

09 · Core competencies

problem solvingcommunicationprofessional judgementcollaborationdigital literacyethical practice
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