- Electrical installation design
- Environmental technology systems
- Electrical science and principles
- Electrical installation craft
- Inspection, testing, commissioning
- Diagnosing and correcting electrical faults
- Overseeing and organising the work environment.
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Entry requirements
This course is for those who have already acquired a Level 2 qualification in electrical installation. If you have recently completed your Level 2 qualification and do not have your certificate yet, you will need to provide confirmation from your college/training provider that you have passed all elements of the course, subject to final external verification. Candidate may be asked to complete a short written test to access their understanding of their Level 2 electrical installation qualification and in addition a short written test to ensure you have the required level of maths and English.
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Who is the course for?
Please ensure you are clear how this course relates to working in the sector. Please click the How to Become a Qualified Electrician Through Part-Time Study link on the main Electrical Installation page. If you have questions regarding this please contact Sanjay Suri, Commercial Manager - Business & Technology on 01895 853417 /
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Study methods
The course will comprise of theory and practical sessions. It is up to the candidate to provide their own PPE and books. The following personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory for all workshop sessions (you will not be permitted to attend the workshop without it):
- Safety boots
- High Viz vest
- Safety glasses
Candidates will also require the books:
- Electrical Installation Work: Level 3 (2nd Edition) by Trevor Linsley: ISBN 9780367195632: Published July 23, 2019 by Routledge (Paperback £27 approx).
- On-Site Guide (BS 7671:2018+A2:2022), 8th Edition (ISBN 9781839532276 – £32 approx.).
- 18TH EDITION BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 IET WIRING REGULATIONS (ISBN 9781839532184 – £85 approx).
- Safety boots
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How is the course assessed?
4 x online multiple choice examinations, a number of practical and written assignments need to be completed throughout this course. All assessments must be completed and handed in by the deadline dates that will be provided to you by the tutor.
Candidates will receive:- one free resit for all online exams – all future exams will be charged at £50 each.
- one free resubmission for all written assignments – all future resubmissions will be charged at £50 each.
If a candidate does not attend or fails any of their scheduled practical assessments these will need to be rescheduled and charged at a cost of £100 each.
- one free resit for all online exams – all future exams will be charged at £50 each.
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More information
- Attendance is 2 evenings per week (18:00 to 21:00) and 18 Saturdays (09:00 16:00). The Saturdays will be every other week. In addition you will be required to attend on at least 2-3 Saturdays (daytime), to carry out certain practical lessons.
- This is an “Intensive Learning Programme” that requires 90% - 100% attendance. If your attendance falls below this level you will be at serious risk of failing the course. If this poor attendance persists without good cause, you may be withdrawn from the course.
- Students are expected to undertake a substantial amount of self -study between sessions, particularly in the preparation for exams and assignments.
There are a number of exams and assessments throughout the course – candidates will be given a Maximum of 3 opportunities to resit each exam/assessment. Failure to pass/show up for these 3 resit dates will result in the candidate failing the entire course. - This is a full cost commercial course and all students pay fees, no concessions are available.
- Fee refunds for commercial courses will not be awarded after two weeks before the scheduled start date of the course, unless the course is cancelled by the College.
- Certification is based upon the achievement of the passing the course content and paying the fees in full.
Once you have clicked the Enrol Now button and completed and submitted your online application, we will be in touch to discuss your application further.
- Attendance is 2 evenings per week (18:00 to 21:00) and 18 Saturdays (09:00 16:00). The Saturdays will be every other week. In addition you will be required to attend on at least 2-3 Saturdays (daytime), to carry out certain practical lessons.
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Where Next – Job Opportunities
Electrician’s mate
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Where Next – Further Studies
Where next - Further Studies
- C&G2382-22 Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018 Amendment 2 (18th Edition)
- EAL 1605 (NVQ) in Electrical Installation Bridging Course
- C&G Level 3 Electrical Installation Bridging Course
- ETS3 NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installations (mature candidate route)
- Level 3 Award In Domestic Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation (2919-02)
- C&G Level 3 Award in Inspection and Testing (2391-52) – would need the 18th edition qualification prior to taking this.
Please contact Sanjay Suri – Commercial manager:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call on 01895 853417 (direct) if you are interested in any of these courses.
- C&G2382-22 Level 3 Award in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018 Amendment 2 (18th Edition)
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.