Free Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Dunstable. Classes run at Central Bedfordshire College Dunstable Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and covers the core knowledge and practical skills you need to start working in electrical installation. You'll study topics including electrical principles, wiring systems, and health and safety on site. An initial assessment helps the college plan your learning and confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll learn the fundamental principles of electrical science and how electricity behaves in circuits.
You'll develop practical skills in wiring and connecting electrical systems.
You'll study health and safety regulations that apply to electrical work on site.
You'll learn how to use and care for the tools and equipment used in electrical installation.
You'll understand how to read and interpret basic electrical diagrams and drawings.
You'll explore the requirements of wiring regulations relevant to installation work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and hands-on practical work at the college. Assessment is a mix of practical tasks, written assignments, and knowledge tests. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single end exam. The college will give you full details of what each assessment involves before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Central Bedfordshire College Dunstable Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Electrical installer trainee. Entry-level role assisting qualified electricians on site.
Electrical labourer. Supporting installation teams in domestic and commercial settings.
Apprentice electrician. Formal apprenticeship combining work and further study.
Maintenance operative. Basic electrical maintenance in facilities or housing.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation. The natural next step, covering more advanced wiring and installation skills needed to progress toward qualified electrician status.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment. Required for a JIB Gold Card and recognised as the qualification for fully qualified electricians.
Electrical Apprenticeship (Level 3). Combines paid work with study toward a recognised electrical qualification.
