Level 2 Technical Certificate in Electrical Installation

Course Code: P166775

Key Information

Course type:
Vocational
Campus:
North Harbour Campus
Start Date:
08 Sept 2025
Duration:
1 year
Attendance:
Full-time

Fees:

Free

Electrical motor at North Harbour Campus.

This qualification is for you if you wish to work as an electrician in the building services industry. It has been designed to deliver a high level of occupational skills and provide a platform from which to progress as a step towards becoming a competent electrician.

Units include:

health and safety and industry practices
principles of electrical science
electrical installation technologies
installing and wiring systems and enclosures
communication skills.

You will complete 30 hours of work experience within the industry, as well as taking part in college-based projects and being encouraged and supported to take part in both local and national competitions. Trips to trade shows, manufacturers and visits from industry specialists are also included in the course.

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You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including maths, English and preferably science. Those with prior industry experience will also be considered.

This is a full-time course with classroom/ workshop attendance of at least two days a week for one year.

City & Guilds devised assignments and multiple-choice examinations.

School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.

You can progress to a Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Electrical Installation or into an apprenticeship.