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Electrical Installation level 2 Diploma

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Course Length 1 year
Study Type Full time
Course Cost No fee (16-18) Financial support 19+
Start Date 08/09/2025
Course Code 76410-01
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Course overview

An intense course that will build your skills, develop your knowledge and grow your confidence whilst working with live electrical circuitry and cabling. You will be trained to work safely and produce results to a high standard - gaining the experience and knowledge to self-test and fault find independently. You will follow briefs to produce practical assessments that will allow you to familiarise yourself with logical problem solving scenarios along with confidently handling power tools.

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  • Entry Requirements
    There is an expectation of 4 x GCSEs at level 4 - fundamentally, Maths and Physics play an integral part to the learning of this course, you need to be comfortable with data handling and equations. Support will be provided throughout but we would consider a great 4 in Maths the minimum level you should be working at in order to be able to support you achieving the qualification. It is also preferred for you to have a grade 4 in English to support the communication element which is an integral part of the course.
  • Benefits/Skills
    These skills will give you a unique advantage in the market place as the country battles it’s national shortage of qualified electricians. Learn key techniques from trained professionals in a progressive and nurturing environment whereby you are encouraged to be creative and driven to be your best.
  • Who is this course for?
    The qualification is designed for new entrants to the industry, providing them with the basic skills and experience they need. Learners may also progress from the Level 2 qualifications straight through to Level 3 or gain an apprenticeship.
  • Careers/Progression

    Apprenticeship

    Employment

    Progression to the level 3 course.

  • Assessment Types

    Practical assessments simulating a realistic working environment

    Paper based and online testing for each unit

    Portfolio of evidence

    Prior learning

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Learning Support

  • Specialist SEND support
  • Relax in the Oasis Room
  • Safe spaces
  • Bespoke support

Wellbeing

  • Pastoral tutors to celebrate your successes and give you help when you need it
  • Financial support: we work hard to help eligible students benefit from our education
  • Mental Health Champions offer help and support
  • Careers advice for today and for the future

Our Qualities

  • Small enough that the staff really know you
  • Expert teachers
  • Ofsted graded ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features
  • Courses designed with employers

Student Life

  • Get involved with clubs and activities throughout the day
  • Opportunities for social action
  • Champion our green agenda by becoming a Sustainability Champion
  • Become part of the Student Union

Courses

  • Timetables which enable work alongside study
  • Work experience opportunities
  • Teachers with industry-experience
  • Study supported by trips

Facilities

  • Teaching spaces that replicate work environments
  • State-of-the-art equipment to enhance learning
  • Industry-standard workshops
  • Social spaces for independent study or catching up with friends

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