Step 3: Four Steps to Success in Becoming an Electrician

At Learn Trade Skills, we’ve always believed that the best way to prepare students for the electrical industry is to put real tools in their hands and give them real challenges to solve. That’s exactly what we set out to do with our latest project—a full 16kWh solar panel and 16kWh battery system, installed not by contractors, but by our own electrical trainees.

Under the careful guidance of experienced professionals, and with support from our long-time industry partner WireNow, our students worked step by step to install a fully operational off-grid energy system at our training centre. This wasn’t a simulation or mock-up—it was a live install, and the result now powers our facility independently from the national grid.

More than just a learning exercise, this project represents what vocational education should be: hands-on, purposeful, and future-facing. It also stands as a small but meaningful contribution to the UK’s push toward a more sustainable, net-zero future—built entirely by the next generation of skilled electricians.

At Learn Trade Skills, we’re dedicated to guiding future electricians through every step of their career journey. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to upskill, understanding the current landscape of electrician wages is essential for making informed decisions.

In this article, we’ve collaborated with our Director, Tolga Aramaz—who also leads WireNow and has years of hands-on experience in the public and private sectors—to bring you clear, data-driven insight into what electricians earn in 2024, and how you can maximise your income in 2025 and beyond.