Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation

Course Code: P176833

Key Information

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

Fees:

Free

Electrical student using specialist equipment in Electrical workshop.

This course is perfect if you have completed the Level 2 Diploma and wish to take the next step to becoming a qualified electrician.

Units include:

health and safety
fundamental principles and requirements of environmental technology systems
principles of electrical science
fault diagnosis and rectification
inspection, testing and commissioning
electrical systems design
career awareness.

You will complete 30 hours of work experience within the industry, have the opportunity to take part in college-based projects and be 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 science, plus a Level 2 electrical qualification.

This is a one-year course and typically you will be in College for at least two full days per week.

You will learn in our well-equipped workshop, backed up by classroom sessions which will help to underpin your knowledge of the subject. There will be online exams and practical assessments.

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.

A number of short courses are available at the College to further develop your skills before progressing into employment or an apprenticeship.