A Grade electrician's licence (VIC)
Issued by Energy Safe Victoria
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 Victoria, you need an A Grade electrician's licence from Energy Safe Victoria to do electrical installation work without supervision.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
How to get it
Finish Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, usually through a 4-year apprenticeship with at least 12 months of installation work. Complete the Licensed Electrician's Assessment (LEA) at an assessment centre approved by Energy Safe. The LEA has 3 parts: safe working practice, practical and theory. Then apply to Energy Safe Victoria with your documents.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
A course gives you a statement of attainment. The card or licence itself is issued by Energy Safe Victoria.
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Common questions
- What is A Grade electrician's licence (VIC)?
- In Victoria, you need an A Grade electrician's licence from Energy Safe Victoria to do electrical installation work without supervision.
- How do you get A Grade electrician's licence (VIC)?
- Finish Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician, usually through a 4-year apprenticeship with at least 12 months of installation work. Complete the Licensed Electrician's Assessment (LEA) at an assessment centre approved by Energy Safe. The LEA has 3 parts: safe working practice, practical and theory. Then apply to Energy Safe Victoria with your documents.
- Who issues A Grade electrician's licence (VIC)?
- A Grade electrician's licence (VIC) is issued by Energy Safe Victoria.
- Which jobs need A Grade electrician's licence (VIC)?
- Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Electrician.