Anyone considering electrical work in Australia should understand the difference between completing a qualification and holding an occupational licence. A Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician provides formal vocational education, but AITE states that the qualification itself is not a licensed trade qualification. Electrical licensing requirements vary across Australian states and territories. The rules can also depend on the type of electrical work being performed. Before starting electrical work, students and graduates should check the requirements of the relevant state or territory regulator. This helps ensure that training and future workplace activities align with applicable licensing requirements.