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SSUEE0008

Qualified Technical Person (QTP) Electrical Contractor Licence Skill Set

Accredited Skill Set

Do you need your Electrical Contractors Licence? Or have you held your licence for more than three years?

If you are planning on contracting in Queensland, or if you need to renew or licence, this course is an Electrical Safety Office (ESO) requirement.

Apply now
STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Gold Coast North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 28 Jan 2025 Duration: up to 3 months View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
CSQ funded

If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

$580
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$600 - $1,875

Course overview

Upon successful completion of this course, you may apply to the Electrical Safety Office (ESO) to become a Qualified Technical Person (QTP) for the Electrical Contractors Licence.

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding

TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Short Course program - this unit is subsidised under this program. It is important to note only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete a minimum of one unit listed below.
Units to be completed will be determined by each students individual requirements.

Ways to study
  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Ashmore
On campus with some online
11 Feb 2025
7 weeks
Part time 2 nights per week 6pm - 9pm
Tuesday, Thursday
  • CSQ funded: $580

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $1,750

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Ashmore

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

11 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

7 weeks
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 2 nights per week 6pm - 9pm
Tuesday, Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • CSQ funded: $580

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $1,750

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns
On campus with some online
Anytime
up to 3 months
UEEEL0002
  • Full fee: $600

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

UEEEL0002
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $600

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On campus with some online
Anytime
up to 3 months
UEEEL0030
  • Full fee: $600

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

UEEEL0030
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $600

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On campus with some online
Anytime
up to 3 months
UEEEL0029
  • Full fee: $600

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

UEEEL0029
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $600

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On campus with some online
Anytime
up to 3 months
Self-paced study, with optional tutorials approximately 5 hours per week
  • Full fee: $1,875

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Self-paced study, with optional tutorials approximately 5 hours per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,875

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
28 Jan 2025
up to 3 months
Part time
  • Full fee: $1,875

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

28 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,875

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
  • Your course is primarily online and you may interact with your teachers and other students using Zoom. You will also need to come in to campus to complete some practical learning and assessment. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online with on campus practical training (Bracken Ridge)
Anytime
up to 3 months
Self directed learning, plus one day of practical training
  • Full fee: $1,875

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Online with on campus practical training (Bracken Ridge)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    80%
  • On Campus Time
    20%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Self directed learning, plus one day of practical training
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,875

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Online with on campus practical training (Bracken Ridge)
Anytime
up to 3 months
Self directed learning, plus one day of practical training
  • CSQ funded: $580

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

demo

Online with on campus practical training (Bracken Ridge)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    80%
  • On Campus Time
    20%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 3 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Self directed learning, plus one day of practical training
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • CSQ funded: $580

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Qualified Technical Person (QTP) Electrical Contractor Licence Skill Set (SSUEE0008)

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Qualified Technical Person (QTP) Electrical Contractor Licence Skill Set

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Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

Learn more
Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

Learn more

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

To satisfy the requirements of the Electrical Safety Office (ESO), Qualified Technical Person (QTP) must hold a current Queensland Electrical Mechanic work licence for at least 2 years.

Interstate licence holders will need to apply for a Queensland licence, but will have time recognised for when they obtained their original licence.

Resources required

It's highly recommended for you to have a current email address and access to a computer, the internet and the following:- 

Australian Standards (AS):

  • AS3000 Wiring Rules current edition
  • AS3008 Electrical Installations -Selection of cables current edition
  • AS3760 In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment current edition
  • AS3017 Electrical installation - Testing and inspection guidelines current edition
  • AS4741 Testing of connections to low voltage electricity networks current edition

Legislation:

  • The Electrical Safety Act 2002
  • The Electrical Safety Regulation 2013

Resource:

PDF  - Electrical Safety Code of Practice - Managing Electrical risk in the workplace

Queensland Government website - Electrical safety codes of practice and regulation

Important information

Greater Brisbane - Online Delivery
You will complete one unit at a time by self-paced learning. Each unit must be completed within 6 months of the date of enrolment.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.