Electrical practitioner licence (TAS)
Issued by Consumer Affairs Tasmania
Unlicensed work is dangerous and illegal
Electrical, plumbing and gas work without the right licence can injure or kill people and is an offence. Only do the work your licence or supervision allows.
What it is
In Tasmania, you need an electrical practitioner licence to do electrical work, even as an employee. You apply through Consumer Affairs Tasmania.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
How to get it
Finish your Certificate III qualification, usually through an apprenticeship. Apply with proof of identity, a digital copy of your qualification and the declaration answers, then have your photo taken at a service centre. Licence holders must do continuing professional development (CPD).
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
A course gives you a statement of attainment. The card or licence itself is issued by Consumer Affairs Tasmania.
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Common questions
- What is Electrical practitioner licence (TAS)?
- In Tasmania, you need an electrical practitioner licence to do electrical work, even as an employee. You apply through Consumer Affairs Tasmania.
- How do you get Electrical practitioner licence (TAS)?
- Finish your Certificate III qualification, usually through an apprenticeship. Apply with proof of identity, a digital copy of your qualification and the declaration answers, then have your photo taken at a service centre. Licence holders must do continuing professional development (CPD).
- Who issues Electrical practitioner licence (TAS)?
- Electrical practitioner licence (TAS) is issued by Consumer Affairs Tasmania.
- Which jobs need Electrical practitioner licence (TAS)?
- Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Electrician.