Electronic Security
Employers
FAQs
How can I find out how my apprentice is doing?
You can request a progress report from ETITO, which will be posted to you. Your apprentice can also download their Record of Learning from the NZQA website [www.nzqa.org.nz] or contact NZQA for it directly.
What if I can’t provide my apprentice with the range of work required in the Workplace Logbook?
Many companies arrange to swap apprentices or second them to another employer for a period of time. These arrangements are made by the employer. If you have problems finding a suitable employer or would like more information, contact your local ETITO training manager.
How do I become a Workplace Assessor?
The Electrotechnology industry believes the employer, a supervisor or an experienced tradesperson is the best person to carry out assessment. Workplace assessors must hold the relevant trade qualifications and have a minimum of three year’s supervisory experience. To train and register as an assessor, click on the assessor form link below, print it, fill it in and return it to ETITO. An ETITO training manager will then arrange a time to come out and go through the training with you. This takes approximately one hour.
Who pays off-job course fees?
ETITO’s government subsidy covers part of the off-job course fee. The remainder is paid by the apprentice or employer. Course fees vary depending on the level of course and training provider.
To view a list of current off-job learning providers and course fees, click on the relevant PDFs below.
How much should I pay my apprentice?
Wage rates are negotiated by the employer and apprentice and are specified in the apprentice’s employment agreement. ETITO has no involvement in the setting of wage rates or other employment conditions. However, the Electrical Contractors Association of New Zealand [ECANZ] keeps a register of wage statistics for electrical apprentices within each region of New Zealand and this information is available to ECANZ members. The Department of Labour may also be of assistance.
How long does an apprenticeship take?
Apprenticeships are no longer hours based. Once the required number of credits has been achieved [including successfully completing exams] a National Certificate is awarded and the apprenticeship is complete. Depending on the qualification, an apprentice will take up to four years to achieve a National Certificate and complete their apprenticeship.
ETITO Assessor Registration Form
2009 Off-job training providers [North Island]
2009 Off-job training providers [South Island]
