Take a step forward into the Electrical Industry with ETCO
Do you know a young person seeking a career in the
Electrical Industry?
Check out the ETCO Electrical Foundation Course

ETCO (The Electrical Training Company) is offering a Level 3 Pre Trade Foundations programme, with a Māori and Pasifika focus, which is great for all learners. This holistic programme also offers wrap around pastoral care and support services for all learners. 

If you have students who meet these prerequisites
  • Must be 17 year and over
  • Achieved NCEA Level 1 in Mathematics, English and General Science (or or equivalent qualifications)
  • Motivated with a keen interest in Electrical Engineering
  • Advantage but not essential: NCEA Level 2 and/ or Level 3 in Mathematics, English and Physics

The pre trade programme starts on Monday 28 September over four days a week, Monday - Thursday, with Friday as a potential study, work experience and/ or school day.

If you know of a young person(s) who is ready to take the next step, download the application form below and email your expression of interest with relevant documentation before Monday 28 September.

Interviews will take place which includes an aptitude test based on NCEA Level 1 numerous and literacy competency.

For more information about ETCO or the programme, visit the website or contact your Vocational Coordinator.
About ETCO
ETCO (The Electrical Training Company) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Master Electricians established to provide employment and training for the electrical industry in New Zealand.

Our two main areas of activity are
  • Employment and placement of electrical apprentices via our group apprenticeship scheme
  • Provision of training courses for apprentices and tradespeople

Since our beginnings in 1991, our commitment to producing the best has helped thousands of ETCO apprentices and students achieve outstanding results and successes in industry competitions, national examinations and the industry itself.