Pre-Apprenticeship

The benefits of doing an electrical pre-apprenticeship are:

• Get a taste of daily life as an electrical and get your foot in the door of the industry
• The opportunity to be recruited directly from pre-apprenticeship classes
• Gain credits for study that could reduce the training needed during your apprenticeship
• Participate in a  hands-on learning environment and extra knowledge

Learn more about the major benefits of doing a pre-apprenticeship here.

You will learn the following skills:

• How to safely solve problems in extra-low voltage single-path and multiple-path DC circuits.
• Selecting the most appropriate materials for relevant Electrotechnology work.
• Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices.
• Effectively using relevant equipment, plant, and technologies, and understanding how to dismantle, assemble and fabricate electrotechnology components.

If you want to become an electrician, there are a few different pathways you can choose from. With the numerous RTO’s (like the College of Electrical Training), and TAFE options in Perth, it can be tough to select a place that offers the most valuable and reputable training for your electrical future. 

We have strong industry links, and you'll be able to access them as a student with us. Our industry partners are available for advice, industry updates and access to specialist equipment.

CET is Western Australia’s largest provider of electrical training, and we're 100% focused on electrical. That means we provide high-quality apprenticeships and training programs. In addition, we're an award-winning college with award-winning instructors.

Learn more about why you should study your electrical apprenticeship at an industry RTO like CET

How do I apply?

To undertake your pre-apprenticeship in school (PAiS), you need to see your VET Coordinator and apply through the school process.

For general pre-apprenticeship places, you will need to complete the following steps:

• Step 1: Fill out a registration form.
• Step 2: Sit the Readiness Assessment (RA) at CET when advised.
• Step 3: Pass the RA and/or complete an interview.
• Step 4: Pay the Fees before commencement.

Study Intake

When: All year round
Where: Joondalup or Jandakot campus

At CET, we have a ‘rolling intake’ - essentially it means there are more opportunities for you to start across the year, which means less chance of you getting into your class sooner. 

We also have our online learning platform - CET Learning, which allows our students to participate and study remotely, including reinforcing your learning from class. Also, you’ll get your hands on our  first-in-class, patented, skills based learning boards, the Blue Panels, which help teach our students on cutting-edge techniques, skills, and equipment - essential for their transition to the workforce.

What are the prerequisites?

There are no prerequisites for studying a pre-apprenticeship, however for pre-apprenticeship in school (PAiS), since the program runs over years 11 and 12, you will.

How long does it take?

Pre-apprenticeship courses for general students usually run over three months, with work experience on top of that. If you are doing your pre-apprenticeship in school, it runs over year 11 and year 12.