EST PATHWAY - 4 x Live online Zoom sessions with 8 on campus night class sessions
Become Qualified to Service, Maintain and Repair Three-Phase Electrical Equipment Safely and Legally
Description
Course Description
If your role involves servicing, maintaining, repairing, disconnecting, reconnecting, or testing permanently connected three-phase electrical equipment, New Zealand legislation requires you to hold the appropriate registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB).
This programme provides the knowledge and practical skills required to safely work on three-phase electrical equipment and prepares participants to apply for registration as an Electrical Service Technician (EST).
The programme covers electrical safety, fault-finding, testing procedures, regulatory requirements, and practical servicing skills necessary for working on industrial and commercial electrical equipment.
Programme delivery - 4 x online night live zoom classes with 8 on campus night classes over 4 weeks ( 2 nights per week )
4th August 2026 programme start
Programme schedule below
Week One – 04/08/2026, 06/08/2026
2 x Online live zoom night class 5.30pm to 8.30pm – Tuesday and Thursday nights ( do this from you own location )
Week Two – 11/08/2026, 13/08/2026
2 x online live zoom night classes 5.30pm to 8.30pm – Tuesday and Thursday nights ( do this from you own location )
Week Three to Seven -
ON CAMPUS NIGHT SESSIONS (8)
Tuesday , Thursday nights over 4 weeks
5.30pm to 8.30pm
Location - Wintec Rotokauri Campus,
Te Rapa Hamilton
DATES BELOW
25/08, 27/08
01/09, 03/09
08/09,10/09
15/09,17/09
29th September 2026 programme start
Programme schedule below
Week One – 29/09/2026, 01/10/2026
2 x Online live zoom night class 5.30pm to 8.30pm – Tuesday and Thursday nights ( do this from you own location )
Week Two – 05/10/2026, 07/10/2026
2 x online live zoom night classes 5.30pm to 8.30pm – Monday and Wednesday nights ( do this from you own location )
Week Three to Seven -
ON CAMPUS NIGHT SESSIONS (8)
Monday, Wednesday nights over 4 weeks
5.30pm to 8.30pm
Location - Wintec Rotokauri Campus,
Te Rapa Hamilton
DATES BELOW
12/10. 14/10
19/10, 21/10
27/10, 28/10 ( please note Tuesday night due to stat holiday)
02/11, 04/11
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Prerequisites
Important – EWRB EW Number Required
All new electrical trainees must create an online profile with the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) and obtain an EW Number before attending training.
To apply, visit:
EWRB Registration Portal
Your EW Number will be provided to the tutor so that your assessments and training results can be recorded against your EWRB profile.
Please note: An EW Number is not an electrical registration number and does not authorise you to carry out prescribed electrical work independently in New Zealand. It is used for training and assessment purposes only until you make your official application for registration and licensing.
Sub-title
Get exam-ready for your Electrical Service Technician qualification.
What you will be able to do with this training
What you’ll be able to do with this training
Start working as an Electrical Service Technician under supervision, applying your EAS and EST skills in real-world settings while you build the experience required to apply for full registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB).
Outcomes
Who Should Attend?
This programme is ideal for:
- Industrial maintenance personnel
- Mechanical technicians working on electrically connected machinery
- Manufacturing maintenance staff
- Plant and equipment service technicians
- Facilities maintenance personnel
- Refrigeration and HVAC technicians
- Engineers and tradespeople requiring EST registration
- Anyone seeking registration as an Electrical Service Technician
Why Complete This Programme?
✔ Meet EWRB registration requirements
✔ Improve workplace safety and compliance
✔ Gain practical industry-recognised skills
✔ Increase your employment and career opportunities
✔ Develop confidence working on three-phase electrical equipment
✔ Prepare successfully for the required EWRB examinations
EWRB / ASPEQ Examinations
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants become eligible to sit the required EWRB examinations administered by ASPEQ. ASPEQ offers computer-based examinations throughout the year at approved examination centres and selected training provider venues.
Please note:
- Examination fees are not included in the course fee.
- Examination bookings and payments must be made directly through ASPEQ.
- Eligibility to sit the examination must be verified by your training provider following successful completion of the course.
Register now for this course
Need More Information?
Have questions about eligibility, registration requirements, or career pathways?
Contact Michelle on 027 437 6834 to discuss your options and find out if this programme is right for you.
Topics
Topics
- Safe maintenance, servicing, and testing of permanently connected three-phase electrical equipment.
- Electrical safety principles, hazard identification, and risk management.
- Isolation, lockout, and tagging procedures.
- Safe disconnection and reconnection of electrical equipment.
- Fault-finding and diagnostic techniques.
- Electrical testing and verification procedures.
- Understanding motors, motor control circuits, and industrial equipment.
- Electrical protection systems and earthing requirements.
- Legislative requirements and industry standards.
- Safe use of electrical test equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Preparation for the EWRB Electrical Service Technician (EST) examinations.