Free Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Great Yarmouth

CostFREE
Duration600 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Electrical Installation Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. This is a full-time daytime course, running around 600 hours in total. You'll study core electrical installation skills through classroom-based learning, covering the practical and technical knowledge that underpins electrical work. City and Guilds is the awarding body for this level 1 electrical installation qualification.

Who this course is for

Electrical L1 Dip E&T (EHF00AAAL1 25/26GA) is based in the Electrical department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen CG as the exam board for this course.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements available on request.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the principles of electrical science and how they apply to installation work.
  • You'll develop skills in wiring systems and electrical circuits.
  • You'll study health and safety practices relevant to electrical environments.
  • You'll learn how to use and care for tools and equipment used in electrical installation.
  • You'll understand how to read and interpret basic electrical diagrams and drawings.
  • You'll practise installation techniques under supervised conditions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. Teaching covers both theory and practical skills. Assessment is set by City and Guilds and includes written assignments and practical tasks. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the team can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning accordingly.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Electrical installer trainee. Entry-level role supporting qualified electricians on site.
  • Electrical labourer. Assisting with cable runs, containment, and site preparation.
  • Apprentice electrician. How to become an electrician often starts with an apprenticeship at this level.
  • Maintenance assistant (electrical). Supporting basic electrical upkeep in facilities or buildings.

What you could study next

After this course, a natural next step is the Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installation, which takes your practical skills further. From there, a Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment is the qualification electricians typically need to work toward a JIB Gold Card and operate independently. Many learners also move into an electrical apprenticeship after completing Level 1, combining work and study.

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