Free TESDA Electrician Installation and Maintenance NC II (A Step-by-Step Guide)

Household appliances and several objects at home require electricity; hence it is beneficial for people to know electrical wires and cable installation. This skill is being offered for free by TESDA through its Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC II.

People with electrical skills are minimal. Most of them are either electricians or engineers. Therefore, there is a great demand for these workers in the Philippines and abroad.

About TESDA Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC II

TESDA's Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC II covers the skills and knowledge needed to install and maintain electrical wiring, lighting, and related equipment and systems where the voltage does not exceed 600 volts in residential houses/buildings.
You will be trained to do all jobs, from minor repairs to extensive installations. This course requires 196 hours to finish.

Qualifications

Filipino citizen
Has completed the Alternative Learning System (ALS), equivalent to at least ten years of basic education
Can communicate in English, either written or oral
Physically and mentally fit
With good moral character
Can perform basic mathematical computation

Requirements

Academic Record (at least a High School Diploma)
Good Moral Character Certificate or Honorable Dismissal
Certificate ID picture with white background (1x1 or 2x2)
Medical Certificate
NBI, Police, and Barangay Clearance
NC Certification (if needed)
PSA Birth Certificate

How to Enroll in TESDA Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC II for a Face-to-Face Training

Go to TESDA's official website (https://www.tesda.gov.ph/).
Scroll down to the bottom of the page and look for the Registered Courses under the Verifications Section.
Click the link, and you will be redirected to TVI with Registered Program.
Type the Electrical Installation in the box provided and your location. The list of accredited centers where you can enroll in the electrical installation course will appear.
Contact the school or training center to inquire about the details (requirements, qualifications, application process, fees).
Gather all the requirements needed and wait for the TESDA-accredited school for your schedule.

How to Apply for TESDA's Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC II for Online Training

Go to https://e-tesda.gov.ph/.
If you have no account yet, register for an account so you can log in.
You need an e-TESDA account so that you can enroll in a course.
On the list of courses, choose Electrical and Electronics, then Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC II.

What You Will Learn in the Online Course:

Introduction to Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Performing Roughing-In Activities, Wiring, and Cabling Works for Single-Phase Distribution, Power, Lighting, and Auxiliary Systems
Installing Electrical Protective Devices for Distribution, Power, Lightning Protection, and Ground Systems
Installing Wiring Devices for Floor and Wall Mounted Outlets, Lighting Fixtures, Switches, and Auxiliary Outlets

How Much Can You Earn From Being an Electrician

In the Philippines, an entry-level electrician can earn from Php 8000 to Php 12,000 per month. Experienced electricians can earn up to Php 15,000.

For other countries, here are the salary ranges:

Australia - AUD 100,000 and AUD 165,000 (Php 3,678,400 and Php 6,069360) annually
Canada - CAD 130,000 (Php 5,205,200) for electricians working in the oil and gas industry after ten years of being tenured.
Germany - £73,000 (Php 5,060,367) annually for electricians with 15 years of experience.
Japan - ¥ 5 million and ¥ 10 million (Php 3,432,000 to Php 4,576,000) is the average yearly salary.
UK - Around £ 24,000 - 28,000 a year for graduates; £ 60,000 (Php 3,563,020) for experienced electrician.
US - $ 100,000 annually for electrical engineering graduates (Php 6,182,960)