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Frequently asked Questions about Apprentice Electrician Jobs

FAQs about Electrican Apprenticeships

Where can I find an apprentice electrician job?

Use our quick and easy search function to find an electrician apprenticeship then register to become an apprentice.

Do I have to have previous experience to do an electrician apprenticeship?

You do not need to have previous experience to start as an apprentice electrician, most employers do offer the advanced apprenticeship option. You would be required to have either completed a Level 2 Apprenticeship or have the relevant qualifying criteria to start at Level 3.

Do I have to do an apprenticeship to become a qualified electrician?

You do not need to do an apprenticeship to become a qualified electrician, you can study a City and Guilds course either directly and funded by yourself or alternatively there are specialist training companies offer city and golds training services.

Where can I find an electrician job once qualified?

Once you have completed your apprenticeship your current employer may decide to offer you a full-time job or alternatively you may need to start jobhunting using popular job sites such as Indeed or TotalJobs.

How long does an electrician apprenticeship take?

The level 3 Installation or Maintenance electrician apprenticeship takes 43 months and then if you decide to progress to a level 4 qualification that will take a further 48 months.

How much will I be paid as an apprentice electrician?

The minimum national wage for an apprentice is £4.15, however companies are paying much higher than this due to the competition to attract apprentices to their company.

The UK national average wage for electrician apprentices is between £10,000 - £20,000.

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